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{"bill_id":1909951,"bill_number":"H41","title":"Expanding access to retirement savings","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to expanding access to retirement savings (House, No. 41). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5193","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H41/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H41","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909955,"bill_number":"H16","title":"Relative to county land disposition","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to county land disposition","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H16/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H16","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909958,"bill_number":"H33","title":"Relative to the definition of wages for retirement calculations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to the definition of wages for retirement calculations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H33/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H33","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909962,"bill_number":"H18","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":"2025-03-12","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2025-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H18/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H18","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909966,"bill_number":"H38","title":"Relative to treasury operations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to treasury operations (House, No. 38). State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5198","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H38/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H38","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909969,"bill_number":"H24","title":"Clarifying the Chapter 32 definition of wages","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to clarifying the Chapter 32 definition of wages","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H24/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H24","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909973,"bill_number":"H51","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-01-09","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H57","last_action_date":"2025-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H51/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H51","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909976,"bill_number":"H37","title":"Authorizing charity alcohol auctions","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to authorizing charity alcohol auctions","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H442","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H37/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H37","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909980,"bill_number":"H40","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE Plan","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to the 401(k) CORE Plan. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H40/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H40","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909984,"bill_number":"H30","title":"Clarifying creditable service buyback for publicly funded non-public schools","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to clarifying creditable service buyback for publicly funded non-public schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H30/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909987,"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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H6/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H6","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909991,"bill_number":"H19","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to pension forfeiture","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H19/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H19","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909995,"bill_number":"H8","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to creating an electronic backpack for foster children (House, No. 8). Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4918","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H8/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1909998,"bill_number":"H20","title":"Relative to post retirement earnings","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to post retirement earnings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H20/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H20","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910002,"bill_number":"H4","title":"To reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to reforming payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5194","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910005,"bill_number":"H36","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol laws","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol laws","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4285","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H36/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H36","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910009,"bill_number":"H29","title":"Relative to the interest charged on refund buybacks","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to the interest charged on refund buybacks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H29/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H29","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910013,"bill_number":"H39","title":"Relative to the SMART Plan","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to the SMART Plan (House, No. 39). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5193","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H39/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H39","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910016,"bill_number":"H49","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. 35) as relates to requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms (House, No. 49). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5193","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H49/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H49","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910020,"bill_number":"H25","title":"Relative to the enabling statute of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to the enabling statute of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H25/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H25","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910024,"bill_number":"H13","title":"Relative to snow hauling and removal","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to snow hauling and removal contracts and Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H13/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H13","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910027,"bill_number":"H45","title":"Updating judicial retirement benefits","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to updating judicial retirement benefits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H45/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H45","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910031,"bill_number":"H46","title":"Requiring financial education in schools","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to requiring financial education in schools","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H46/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H46","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910034,"bill_number":"H47","title":"Establishing an Office of Economic Empowerment","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to establishing an Office of Economic Empowerment (House, No. 47). State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5199","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H47/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H47","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910038,"bill_number":"H10","title":"Relative to nondisclosure agreements","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to nondisclosure agreements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-11-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H10/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910042,"bill_number":"H23","title":"To provide for payment of creditable service","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to providing for payment of creditable service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H23/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H23","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910045,"bill_number":"H14","title":"Relative to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure and Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Act (House, No. 14). State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5197","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H14/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H14","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910049,"bill_number":"H31","title":"Relative to reducing delinquent pension reporting","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to reducing delinquent pension reporting","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H31/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H31","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910052,"bill_number":"H7","title":"Improving the internal controls within state agencies","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving the internal controls within state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H7/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H7","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910056,"bill_number":"H44","title":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to non-Commonwealth entities within the state employees’ retirement system","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4829","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H44/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H44","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910060,"bill_number":"H27","title":"Establishing a special commission on retirement credit purchases","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to establishing a special commission on retirement credit purchases","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H27/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H27","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910063,"bill_number":"H21","title":"Relative to Chapter 32 Section 8 and modifications of retirement allowances","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to Chapter 32 Section 8 and modifications of retirement allowances","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H21/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H21","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910067,"bill_number":"H12","title":"Updating Chapter 30B","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to updating Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H12/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H12","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910071,"bill_number":"H34","title":"Relative to parental and family leave equity for members of public retirement systems","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to parental and family leave equity for members of public retirement systems","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H34/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H34","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910074,"bill_number":"H50","title":"Relative to the Veterans' Bonus Division","description":"Relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2025-06-17","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H50/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H50","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910078,"bill_number":"S5","title":"Order relative to establishing a temporary committee on rules","description":"Order relative to establishing a temporary committee on rules","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-01-06","last_action":"Rules suspended and adopted","last_action_date":"2025-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S5/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S5","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":1910081,"bill_number":"H22","title":"Providing for statement of financial interests flexibility","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 18) as relates to providing for statement of financial interests flexibility","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H22/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H22","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910085,"bill_number":"H28","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to pension forfeiture","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H28/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910089,"bill_number":"H48","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H48/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H48","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910092,"bill_number":"H42","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System (House, No. 42). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5193","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H42/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H42","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910096,"bill_number":"H5","title":"To improve oversight of state government","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving oversight of state government and access to certain tax returns and related tax records. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5194","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910100,"bill_number":"H26","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-12","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2025-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H26/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H26","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910103,"bill_number":"H43","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority Employees’ Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 35) as relates to the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority Employees’ Retirement System. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H43/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H43","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910107,"bill_number":"H35","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":"2025-03-12","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2025-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H35/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H35","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910110,"bill_number":"H17","title":"Creating the Office of the Inspector General Recovery Fund","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to creating the Office of the Inspector General Recovery Fund (House, No. 17). State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5198","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H17/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1910114,"bill_number":"H32","title":"To extend the opportunity to purchase teaching service in all territories of the United States","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 26) as relates to extending the opportunity to purchase teaching service in all territories of the United States","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H32/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H32","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1910125,"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":"2025-03-12","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2025-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1927181,"bill_number":"S1","title":"Governor Healey's State of the Commonwealth Address","description":"Relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-01-16","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2025-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1937627,"bill_number":"H55","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-01-23","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4005","last_action_date":"2025-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H55/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H55","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1938094,"bill_number":"H54","title":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","description":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4693","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H54/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H54","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1941332,"bill_number":"H52","title":"An annual report of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under sections 21, 102 and 103 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2025 compared with such index for the year 2024","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2025 compared with such index for the year 2024. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-01-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H52/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H52","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1942864,"bill_number":"H53","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4257","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H53/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H53","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1943927,"bill_number":"S10","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to define the succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor","description":"By Mr. Mark, a petition of Paul W. Mark for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to define the succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-03","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S10/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S10","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1944014,"bill_number":"S8","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to campaign finance reform","description":"Relative to campaign finance reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-03","last_action":"Placed on file, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2025-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S8/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S8","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1944110,"bill_number":"S12","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to cap the state income tax","description":"By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to cap the state income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-03","last_action":"Joint session held and recessed to Wednesday, October 28, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S12/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S12","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1944203,"bill_number":"S13","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds","description":"By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to require a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-03","last_action":"Joint session held and recessed to Wednesday, October 28, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S13/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S13","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":1944553,"bill_number":"S6","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":"2025-03-03","last_action":"Placed on file, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2025-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S6/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S6","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1956588,"bill_number":"H57","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-06","last_action":"Amendment 10 laid aside","last_action_date":"2025-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H57/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H57","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1962802,"bill_number":"H58","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 57, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. February 6, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-02-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H58/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H58","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1992515,"bill_number":"S20","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Seekonk","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Seekonk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S20/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S20","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1992602,"bill_number":"S26","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S26/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S26","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1992687,"bill_number":"S23","title":"Enabling the appointment of alternates to the Swampscott Conservation Commission","description":"By Mr. Crighton, a petition of Brendan P. Crighton (by a vote of the town) to enable the appointment of alternates to the Swampscott Conservation Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S23/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S23","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1994037,"bill_number":"S28","title":"48th Report of the Massachusetts Capital Resource Company","description":"48th Report of the Massachusetts Capital Resource Company","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-06","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S28/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1996858,"bill_number":"S930","title":"To establish comprehensive rights and career advancement for contingent faculty in public higher education","description":"For legislation to establish compensation and employment standards for contingent faculty in public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2880","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S930","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1996859,"bill_number":"S176","title":"Encouraging the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts","description":"For legislation to encourage the adoption of smart growth and starter home zoning districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S176","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996860,"bill_number":"S286","title":"Relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S286","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1996861,"bill_number":"S2423","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2423","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1996862,"bill_number":"S87","title":"Delivering a fair share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs","description":"For legislation to increase the share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S87/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S87","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1996863,"bill_number":"S949","title":"To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs","description":"For legislation to create a Green and Healthy Public College and University Building Planning Commission that will make recommendations for public higher education buildings relative to energy efficiency, spatial adequacy, life safety, accessibility, indoor environmental quality and public health. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2594","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S949","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996864,"bill_number":"S2197","title":"To modernize municipal meetings, town meetings, and local elections","description":"For legislation relative to remote participation in municipal and town meetings and postponement of local elections elections. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2197","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996865,"bill_number":"S720","title":"To promote climate resilient homes","description":"For legislation to promote climate resilient homes by establishing the Strengthen Massachusetts Homes Program and Fund. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S720","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996866,"bill_number":"S185","title":"To promote school centered neighborhood development","description":"For legislation to promote school centered neighborhood development. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S185","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1996867,"bill_number":"S160","title":"Improving accessibility in the creative economy","description":"For legislation to improve accessibility in the creative economy. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S160","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1996868,"bill_number":"S1642","title":"Relative to protecting safety from unlicensed work or trades","description":"For legislation relative to protecting safety from unlicensed work or trades. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1642","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1996869,"bill_number":"S2216","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase and construct a hospital in the town of Norwood to be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc","description":"For legislation to authorize the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase and construct a hospital in the town of Norwood to be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2216","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1996870,"bill_number":"S396","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S396","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996871,"bill_number":"S1770","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1770","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996872,"bill_number":"S2115","title":"Establishing the official sedimentary structure of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the Jurassic Armored Mud Ball as the official sedimentary structure of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2115","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996873,"bill_number":"S1434","title":"Relative to funding affordable housing and incentivizing zoning reform","description":"For legislation to fund affordable housing and incentivize zoning reform by imposing a fee upon the transfer of real property interest in any real property situated within the city or town. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1434","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996874,"bill_number":"S454","title":"Relative to conducting a study on the delivery of special education services","description":"For legislation relative to conduct a study on the delivery of special education services. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2864","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S454","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996875,"bill_number":"S1544","title":"Relative to patient access to certain health care services","description":"For legislation relative to interpreters for non-English speaking patient in health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1544","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1996876,"bill_number":"S1549","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","description":"For legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2546","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1549","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996877,"bill_number":"S810","title":"To reduce inequities in access to medical procedures","description":"For legislation relative to fair and equitable compensation for medical services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S810","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996878,"bill_number":"S2089","title":"Relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts","description":"For legislation relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2089","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996879,"bill_number":"S1998","title":"Advancing renewable heating solutions for the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to advance renewable heating solutions for the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1998","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996880,"bill_number":"S1990","title":"Relative to the state personal income tax for low-income earners","description":"For legislation relative to the state personal income tax for low-income earners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1990","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1996881,"bill_number":"S1137","title":"Preventing fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing","description":"For legislation to prevent fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1137","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1996882,"bill_number":"S400","title":"To ensure adequate and equitable funding for public education","description":"By Mr. Lewis, a petition of Jason M. Lewis, Joanne M. Comerford, Bruce E. Tarr, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure adequate and equitable funding for public education. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S400","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996883,"bill_number":"S1885","title":"Relative to the timely and consistent payment of law enforcement personnel","description":"For legislation relative to the timely and consistent payment of law enforcement personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1885","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996884,"bill_number":"S990","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2828","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S990","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996885,"bill_number":"S1382","title":"Establishing a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1382","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1996886,"bill_number":"S1810","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"For legislation relative to ordinary disability retirements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1810","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1996887,"bill_number":"S1385","title":"Expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians","description":"For legislation to expand loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2884","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1385","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996888,"bill_number":"S606","title":"Providing for further testing after a combined sewage overflow event","description":"For legislation relative to further testing after a combined sewage overflow event. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3154","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S606","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1996889,"bill_number":"S338","title":"Promoting high-quality comprehensive literacy instruction in all Massachusetts schools","description":"For legislation to promote high-quality comprehensive literacy instruction in all Massachusetts schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2855","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S338","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996890,"bill_number":"S602","title":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","description":"For legislation relative to a cranberry water use transfer program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2803","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S602","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1996891,"bill_number":"S516","title":"To protect democracy","description":"For legislation to protect democracy. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S516","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1996892,"bill_number":"S671","title":"To create a Merrimack River Collaborative","description":"For legislation relative to create a Merrimack River Collaborative. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S671","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996893,"bill_number":"S1692","title":"Relative to self-defense sprays","description":"For legislation relative to possession of self-defense sprays. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1692","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1996894,"bill_number":"S575","title":"Providing transparency for the Blue Hills Reservation Trust Fund","description":"Relative to the administration of the Blue Hills Reservation Trust Fund by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S575","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1996895,"bill_number":"S1579","title":"To eliminate barriers and expand abortion access","description":"For legislation to eliminate barriers and expand abortion access for patients under the age of 16. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2984","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1579","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1996896,"bill_number":"S1033","title":"Relative to advertising for justices of the peace","description":"For legislation relative to advertising for justices of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1033","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1996897,"bill_number":"S668","title":"Creating the commercial fisheries offshore wind mitigation fund","description":"For legislation to create the commercial fisheries offshore wind mitigation fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S668","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996898,"bill_number":"S231","title":"Further regulating the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and salespersons","description":"For legislation to further regulate the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and salespersons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S231","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996899,"bill_number":"S741","title":"Protecting seniors and adults with disabilities from financial exploitation","description":"For legislation to protect seniors and adults with disabilities from financial exploitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S741","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996900,"bill_number":"S2126","title":"Authorizing the reorientation and further lease of a parcel of land occupied by Riverside Boat Club of Cambridge","description":"For legislation to authorize the reorientation and further lease of a parcel of land occupied by Riverside Boat Club of Cambridge. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2966","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2126","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996901,"bill_number":"S2316","title":"Establishing a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program and river restoration fund and veterans and emergency responders’ fund","description":"For legislation to establish a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program and river restoration fund and veterans and emergency responders’ fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2316","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996902,"bill_number":"S1421","title":"Relative to the mental health of children in schools","description":"For legislation relative to the mental health of children in schools. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1421","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1996903,"bill_number":"S2193","title":"Relative to educational collaboratives","description":"For legislation relative to educational collaboratives. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2193","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996904,"bill_number":"S1133","title":"Relative to caregiver authorization affidavits","description":"For legislation relative to caregiver authorization affidavits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1133","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996905,"bill_number":"S253","title":"Relative to modernizing licensure of dietitians and nutritionists","description":"For legislation to modernize licensure of dietitians and nutritionists by creating a Dietetics and Nutrition board. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S253","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996906,"bill_number":"S1989","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1989","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1996907,"bill_number":"S1124","title":"To remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence","description":"For legislation to remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1124","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1996908,"bill_number":"S2164","title":"Relative to improving boards and commissions","description":"For legislation relative to improving boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2849","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2164","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996909,"bill_number":"S236","title":"Relative to clarifying the self-storage law for consumers","description":"For legislation to clarify self-storage laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S236","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996910,"bill_number":"S2348","title":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","description":"For legislation to use blue envelopes to facilitate better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2558","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2348","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996911,"bill_number":"S2044","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2044","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996912,"bill_number":"S2263","title":"Relative to the clean heat standard","description":"For legislation relative to the clean heat standard and reducing greenhouse gas emmissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2263","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1996913,"bill_number":"S1274","title":"To strengthen rules governing attorney conduct; penalties for misconduct","description":"For legislation to strengthen rules governing attorney conduct; penalties for misconduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1274","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996914,"bill_number":"S2213","title":"Relative to a transfer of a certain parcel of land in Hyde Park","description":"For legislation relative to a transfer of a certain parcel of land in Hyde Park. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2213","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1996915,"bill_number":"S2130","title":"Establishing a legislative fiscal office","description":"For legislation to establish a legislative fiscal office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2130","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1996916,"bill_number":"S838","title":"Requiring wireless infrastructure insurance to support electrical, mechanical, and non-ionizing radiation safety","description":"For legislation to require all providers of transmitting antennas for telecommunications services or for video programming or television broadcast through mobile or radio services to obtain wireless infrastructure insurance that support electrical, mechanical, and non-ionizing radiation safety. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S838","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1996917,"bill_number":"S1151","title":"Resolve for a commission to review, replace, and eliminate the Grand Jury System","description":"By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition of Vincent Dixon, that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission to review, replace, and eliminate the Grand Jury System. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1151","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996918,"bill_number":"S1660","title":"To promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment, and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ People","description":"For legislation to promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment, and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ people. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1660","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996919,"bill_number":"S908","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S908","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996920,"bill_number":"S1437","title":"Providing exemptions under the MBTA communities law","description":"For legislation to provide exemptions under the MBTA communities law. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1437","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1996921,"bill_number":"S1340","title":"To make data on workforce development outcomes public and accessible","description":"For legislation to make data on workforce development outcomes public and accessible. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1340","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996922,"bill_number":"S383","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2864","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S383","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1996923,"bill_number":"S1132","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1132","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996924,"bill_number":"S1394","title":"Ensuring efficient and effective implementation of behavioral health reform","description":"For legislation to ensure efficient and effective implementation of behavioral health reform. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1394","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996925,"bill_number":"S2265","title":"Relative to ride share companies’ customer service","description":"For legislation relative to extending customer service hours for ride share companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2265","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1996926,"bill_number":"S1433","title":"Relative to zoning for housing production","description":"For legislation relative to zoning for multi-family housing production. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3157","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1433","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996927,"bill_number":"S960","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to implement rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Brookline to implement rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S960","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1996928,"bill_number":"S747","title":"Relative to access to paid family and medical leave and unemployment insurance for graduate student workers","description":"For legislation to allow for graduate student workers to have access to paid family and medical leave and unemployment insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S747","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996929,"bill_number":"S1811","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1811","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1996930,"bill_number":"S88","title":"Protecting cannabis equity businesses by enforcing ownership limits","description":"For legislation to protect cannabis equity businesses by enforcing ownership limits. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2816","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S88/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S88","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1996931,"bill_number":"S629","title":"To reduce polystyrene in the environment","description":"For legislation to reduce the use of polystyrene, opting for reusable alternatives to protect the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S629","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996932,"bill_number":"S2029","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2029","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996933,"bill_number":"S2501","title":"Clarifying the duties of the adjutant general","description":"For legislation to clarify the duties of the adjutant general. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2675","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2501","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1996934,"bill_number":"S1209","title":"Relative to gift card tampering","description":"For legislation relative to gift card tampering. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1209","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996935,"bill_number":"S972","title":"Establishing emergency shelter priorities","description":"For legislation to establish emergency shelter priorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S972","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1996936,"bill_number":"S1486","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation relative to end of life options. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1486","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996937,"bill_number":"S1816","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1816","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1996938,"bill_number":"S615","title":"Relative to liability for release of hazardous materials","description":"For legislation relative to liability for release of hazardous materials. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S615","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1996939,"bill_number":"S1664","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to ensure the safety and sustainability of non-profit public events","description":"By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition of Sal N. DiDomenico that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure the safety and sustainability of non-profit public events. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3025","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1664","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996940,"bill_number":"S1079","title":"Providing for the allowance of early evidence kits","description":"For legislation to provide for the allowance of early evidence kits in sexual assaults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1079","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1996941,"bill_number":"S708","title":"Preserving access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses","description":"For legislation to preserve access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S708","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1996942,"bill_number":"S2370","title":"Adjusting school bus driver physical examinations","description":"For legislation to adjust school bus driver physical examinations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2370","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996943,"bill_number":"S818","title":"Relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care","description":"For legislation to eliminate the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S818","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1996944,"bill_number":"S767","title":"Promoting responsible investment","description":"For legislation relative to the divestment from entity which manufactures, produces, promotes, sells, or distributes holds weapons of mass destruction. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2989","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S767","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996945,"bill_number":"S1036","title":"Relative to liability for accidents and collisions with vulnerable road users involving large motor vehicles and trailers","description":"For legislation relative to liability for accidents and collisions with vulnerable road users involving large motor vehicles and trailers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1036","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1996946,"bill_number":"S566","title":"To overcome coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution","description":"For legislation to overcome coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S566","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996947,"bill_number":"S1023","title":"Relative to the creation of a chapter 40B commission","description":"For legislation to create a chapter 40B commission to investigate and study the issuance of permits and approvals for housing projects. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1023","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1996948,"bill_number":"S2095","title":"To establish a vendors’ collection allowance","description":"For legislation to establish a vendors’ collection allowance. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2095","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1996949,"bill_number":"S1440","title":"Ensuring municipal access to state funding","description":"For legislation ensuring municipalities access to state funding and financial assistance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1440","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1996950,"bill_number":"S1701","title":"Transferring emergency medical services to the executive office of public safety and security","description":"For legislation relative to medical services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1701","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996951,"bill_number":"S2004","title":"Relative to taxation of digital advertising services","description":"Relative to taxation of digital advertising services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2004","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1996952,"bill_number":"S809","title":"Relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy","description":"For legislation relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S809","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996953,"bill_number":"S1699","title":"Establishing a primary seat belt law","description":"For legislation to establish a primary seat belt law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1699","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996954,"bill_number":"S1534","title":"To protect the independence of clinical decision making","description":"For legislation to protect the independence of clinical decision making. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1534","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996955,"bill_number":"S768","title":"Resolve creating a special commission on affordable housing insurance","description":"By Mr. Keenan, a petition of John F. Keenan, Steven Owens and Vanna Howard that provisions be made to create a special commission on affordable housing insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S768","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1996956,"bill_number":"S309","title":"Resolve An Act establishing a special commission on creating a more diversified teaching workforce in the commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Brady, a petition of Michael D. Brady that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) creating a more diversified teaching workforce in the commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S309","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1996957,"bill_number":"S793","title":"To save lives by preventing unscrupulous medical referral restrictions by profit-driven health care networks","description":"For legislation to save lives by preventing unscrupulous medical referral restrictions by profit-driven health care networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S793","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1996958,"bill_number":"S364","title":"Establishing privacy standards for student and educator data","description":"For legislation relative to student and educator data privacy. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S364","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1996959,"bill_number":"S2102","title":"Relating to public access to historical records","description":"For legislation to facilitate access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2102","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1996960,"bill_number":"S300","title":"Providing oversight of youth sports and combat sports in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create a state athletic commission to provide oversight of youth and combat sports in Massachusetts. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3195","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S300","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1996961,"bill_number":"S268","title":"Prohibiting real estate dual agency transactions","description":"For legislation to prohibit real estate dual agency transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2996","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S268","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996962,"bill_number":"S66","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. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S66/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S66","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996963,"bill_number":"S33","title":"Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act","description":"For legislation to establish the comprehensive Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2516","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S33/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S33","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1996964,"bill_number":"S1744","title":"Relative to the creation of the Massachusetts Public Safety Building Authority","description":"For legislation to the create the Massachusetts Public Safety Building Authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1744","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1996965,"bill_number":"S715","title":"Relative to modern family building","description":"For legislation relative to LGBTQ family building. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S715","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1996966,"bill_number":"S2343","title":"Expanding truck safety requirements","description":"For legislation to expand truck safety requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2343","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1996967,"bill_number":"S312","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S312","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996968,"bill_number":"S1086","title":"Relative to judicial oversight","description":"For legislation relative to judicial oversight of prisons housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1086","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1996969,"bill_number":"S343","title":"Fulfilling the promise of education reform","description":"For legislation to fulfill the promise of education reform. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S343","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996970,"bill_number":"S1365","title":"To provide fair wages to employees of public institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to provide fair wages to employees of public institutions of higher education. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1365","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1996971,"bill_number":"S761","title":"Ensuring access to full spectrum pregnancy care","description":"For legislation to ensure access to full spectrum pregnancy care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S761","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1996972,"bill_number":"S110","title":"To bring child support home","description":"For legislation to further family-centered child support. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S110","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1996973,"bill_number":"S178","title":"Directing capital assistance to microbusinesses and small businesses","description":"For legislation relative to direct equitable capital assistance to microbusinesses and small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S178","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1996974,"bill_number":"S2118","title":"Increasing government accessibility for persons who are blind or visually impaired","description":"For legislation to increase government accessibility for persons who are blind or visually impaired by implementing a system of routing calls that does not involve a key pad. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2118","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1996975,"bill_number":"S320","title":"Relative to the training, assessment, and assignment of qualified school interpreters in educational settings","description":"For legislation relative to the training, assessment, and assignment of qualified school interpreters in educational settings. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S320","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1996976,"bill_number":"S735","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"For legislation to establish the Debt Collection Fairness Act. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2537","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S735","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1996977,"bill_number":"S2108","title":"Providing for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation","description":"For legislation to provide for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation on the Columbia Point peninsula located between William T. Morrissey Boulevard, William J. Day Boulevard and Dorchester Bay. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2879","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2108","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1996978,"bill_number":"S813","title":"Relative to the remediation of home heating oil releases","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage for home heating oil releases. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S813","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1996979,"bill_number":"S1456","title":"Relative to voting on regional planning board proposed regional agreements","description":"For legislation relative to voting on proposed regional school districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3005","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1456","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1996980,"bill_number":"S2266","title":"Relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated building","description":"For legislation relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated building. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2266","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1996981,"bill_number":"S1231","title":"Relative to preventing ocean littering","description":"For legislation relative to preventing ocean littering. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1231","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1996982,"bill_number":"S1415","title":"Relative to PANDAS/PANS","description":"For legislation relative to PANDAS/PANS. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1415","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1996983,"bill_number":"S1683","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1683","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1996984,"bill_number":"S1152","title":"Relative to rental protections for elderly, disabled and low-to-middle income tenants","description":"For legislation relative to the termination of rental agreements or tenancy by certain tenants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1152","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1996985,"bill_number":"S1326","title":"To promote economic mobility through ESOL","description":"For legislation to create an ESOL for economic mobility coordinator position within the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1326","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1996986,"bill_number":"S1941","title":"Establishing a highway use tax for heavy trucks","description":"For legislation to establish a highway use tax for heavy trucks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1941","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1996987,"bill_number":"S1474","title":"Allowing moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units","description":"For legislation to allow moveable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1474","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1996988,"bill_number":"S1511","title":"Regulating surgical assistants","description":"Relative to regulating surgical assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1511","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1996989,"bill_number":"S2018","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"For legislation relative to senior property tax deferral. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2713","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2018","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1996990,"bill_number":"S1834","title":"Relative to retirement classification of licensed drinking water operators","description":"For legislation relative to retirement classification of licensed drinking water operators. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1834","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1996991,"bill_number":"S1667","title":"Relative to motor vehicle battery storage","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle battery storage notices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1667","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1996992,"bill_number":"S2233","title":"Requiring an investigation of the advantages and disadvantages of participation by the commonwealth in multi-state or North American regional market-based compliance mechanisms, structures, or systems, including but not limited to the Western Climate Initiative","description":"For legislation to require an investigation of the advantages and disadvantages of participation by the commonwealth in multi-state or North American regional market-based compliance mechanisms, structures, or systems, including but not limited to the Western Climate Initiative. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2233","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1996993,"bill_number":"S649","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for coastal infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S649","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1996994,"bill_number":"S854","title":"Promoting continuity of health coverage for children","description":"For legislation to promote continuity of health coverage for children eligible for MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S854","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1996995,"bill_number":"S1967","title":"Relative to a bitcoin strategic reserve","description":"For legislation relative to a bitcoin strategic reserve. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1967","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1996996,"bill_number":"S2384","title":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2384","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1996997,"bill_number":"S2067","title":"Relative to bilingual educators and dual language certification incentives","description":"For legislation to establish a separate fund to be known as the bilingual education trust fund in support of bilingual educators and dual language certification incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2067","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1996998,"bill_number":"S1279","title":"Relative to legal advertisements in online-only newspapers","description":"For legislation relative to legal advertisements in online-only newspapers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1279","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1996999,"bill_number":"S1143","title":"Relative to privileged communications in defamation actions","description":"For legislation relative to privileged communications in defamation actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3193","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1143","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997000,"bill_number":"S206","title":"Relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits","description":"For legislation relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2661","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S206","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997001,"bill_number":"S1677","title":"Relative to semiautomatic rifles and shotguns","description":"For legislation relative to firearm identification card. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1677","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997002,"bill_number":"S1360","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights of the state police","description":"For legislation relative to state police officers to collectively bargain their employment terms, including pay, hours, and disciplinary procedure. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1360","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997003,"bill_number":"S577","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S577","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997004,"bill_number":"S512","title":"Extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to extend voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S512","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997005,"bill_number":"S852","title":"Preventing medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels","description":"For legislation to prevent medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S852","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997006,"bill_number":"S2045","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"For legislation to establish a college tuition tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2045","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997007,"bill_number":"S739","title":"Promoting insurance rate review transparency","description":"For legislation to promote insurance rate review transparency. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S739","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997008,"bill_number":"S1256","title":"Relative to justice for survivors","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Survivors Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1256","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997009,"bill_number":"S998","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S998","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997010,"bill_number":"S779","title":"To protect 340B providers","description":"For legislation to protect 340B providers in the drug discount program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S779","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997011,"bill_number":"S1896","title":"Relative to firefighter training","description":"For legislation relative to firefighter training. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1896","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997012,"bill_number":"S1182","title":"Promoting equity in traffic stops","description":"For legislation relative to evidence obtained during a traffic stop. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1182","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997013,"bill_number":"S697","title":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage and access to nurse-midwifery services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S697","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997014,"bill_number":"S2366","title":"Establishing a special commission on micro-transit","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on micro-transit to study existing and emerging micro-transit services and its funding in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2873","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2366","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997015,"bill_number":"S1944","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1944","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997016,"bill_number":"S1270","title":"Relative to protecting the residents of the Commonwealth from dangerous persons","description":"For legislation relative to protecting the residents of the Commonwealth from dangerous persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1270","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997017,"bill_number":"S1162","title":"Relative to judicial discretion for probation","description":"For legislation relative to judicial discretion for probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1162","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997018,"bill_number":"S2172","title":"Modernizing municipal procurement","description":"For legislation to increase the threshold for requiring formal bidding processes for governmental bodies, including municipalities and regional school districts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2172","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997019,"bill_number":"S188","title":"Allowing the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to allow the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2705","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S188","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997020,"bill_number":"S288","title":"Relative to bonded warehouses","description":"For legislation relative to bonded warehouses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S288","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997021,"bill_number":"S2365","title":"Relative to human trafficking awareness","description":"For legislation relative to human trafficking awareness. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2365","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997022,"bill_number":"S227","title":"Expanding options for EMT paramedics","description":"For legislation to expand options for EMT paramedics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S227","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997023,"bill_number":"S1994","title":"Relative to fairness in taxation","description":"For legislation to require a not for profit corporation with total assets exceeding $10,000,000 as reported in financial statements to be subject to taxation of real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1994","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997025,"bill_number":"S2066","title":"Relative to increasing 529 deductions","description":"Relative to increasing college savings plan deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2066","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997033,"bill_number":"S875","title":"To promote transparency in prescription drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in prescription drug prices by conducting an affordability review of prescription drugs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S868","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S875","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997034,"bill_number":"S1420","title":"Relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents","description":"For legislation relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1420","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997035,"bill_number":"S1573","title":"Relative to newborn screenings for congenital cytomegalovirus","description":"For legislation relative to newborn screenings for congenital cytomegalovirus. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1573","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997036,"bill_number":"S1121","title":"Updating bail procedures for justice-involved youth","description":"For legislation to update bail procedures for justice-involved youth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1121","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997037,"bill_number":"S1965","title":"To support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability","description":"For legislation to support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability by allowing certain tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1965","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997038,"bill_number":"S167","title":"To maximize participation in federal nutrition programs and improve customer service","description":"For legislation to maximize participation in federal nutrition programs and improve customer service. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S167","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997039,"bill_number":"S1713","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"For legislation relative to injured correctional officers compensation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1713","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997040,"bill_number":"S985","title":"Relative to 40B condominium units","description":"For legislation to develop an expense reimbursement program relative to 40B condominium units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S985","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997041,"bill_number":"S2184","title":"Designating Diwali Day as a state holiday","description":"For legislation to establish Diwali Day in the commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2184","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997042,"bill_number":"S1711","title":"Regarding consistent care for addiction rooted in evidence","description":"For legislation to require all state and county correctional facilities to provide medication for addiction treatment (MAT) for substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1711","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997043,"bill_number":"S1927","title":"Relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes","description":"For legislation relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3150","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1927","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997044,"bill_number":"S1471","title":"Empowering municipalities and improving efficiency","description":"For legislation to empower municipalities and improving efficiency. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1471","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997045,"bill_number":"S523","title":"Updating the public financing law","description":"For legislation to establish voluntary campaign finance expenditure caps for candidates seeking statewide elective offices. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2727","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S523","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997046,"bill_number":"S861","title":"Relative to fiduciary responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to fiduciary responsibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S861","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997047,"bill_number":"S76","title":"Relative to cannabis use by first responders","description":"For legislation study and report on the barriers related to first responders and their legal right to use cannabis in the commonwealth. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S76/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S76","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997048,"bill_number":"S1266","title":"Updating the wiretap statutes in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to update the wiretap statutes in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1266","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997049,"bill_number":"S47","title":"Relative to surveillance pricing in grocery stores","description":"For legislation to prohibit surveillance pricing based on the biometric data of individuals collected on the premises of a food store and food department. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2515","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S47/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S47","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997050,"bill_number":"S1682","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1682","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997051,"bill_number":"S1828","title":"Relative to veterans' buyback","description":"For legislation to allow a veteran who failed to make the retirement buyback purchase within the required 180 days shall be given a 1-time opportunity to apply to the retirement system to make said purchase. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1828","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997052,"bill_number":"S1055","title":"Relative to the victim compensation program","description":"For legislation to update language relative to the victim compensation program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1055","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997053,"bill_number":"S1861","title":"Authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"Relative to authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1861","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997054,"bill_number":"S55","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to strengthen local food systems. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2801","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S55/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S55","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997055,"bill_number":"S2434","title":"Relative to motor vehicle leasing parity","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle leasing parity. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2434","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997056,"bill_number":"S2420","title":"Reducing truck trips and emissions","description":"For legislation to reduce emissions from the journey a truck takes to deliver or pick up goods. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2872","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2420","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997057,"bill_number":"S1315","title":"Protecting Massachusetts workers","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1315","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997058,"bill_number":"S1772","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to implementing a blue alert system in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1772","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997059,"bill_number":"S1887","title":"Relative to pensions for children of public safety officers killed in the line of duty","description":"Relative to pensions for children of public safety officers killed in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1887","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997060,"bill_number":"S1047","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"For legislation to improve medical decision making. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1047","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997061,"bill_number":"S1014","title":"To provide sewer and water rate relief","description":"For legislation to establish a low-income sewer and water assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1014","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997062,"bill_number":"S1084","title":"Promoting fairness in parole","description":"For legislation to promote fairness in parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1084","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997063,"bill_number":"S159","title":"Relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics","description":"For legislation relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S159","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997064,"bill_number":"S794","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S794","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997065,"bill_number":"S346","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study the funding of high-quality early education and care in Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition of Sal N. DiDomenico that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the funding of high-quality early education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S346","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997066,"bill_number":"S1880","title":"Establishing fairness in GIC premium contributions","description":"For legislation to establish fairness in GIC premium contributions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1880","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997067,"bill_number":"S385","title":"Resolve to examine Chapter 70 funding","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Edward J. Kennedy and Colleen M. Garry that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine Chapter 70 funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S385","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997068,"bill_number":"S2116","title":"Providing for gender-neutral bathrooms","description":"For legislation to establish gender-neutral bathrooms. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2116","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997069,"bill_number":"S315","title":"To remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning","description":"For legislation relative to remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S315","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997070,"bill_number":"S570","title":"Establishing a waste reduction needs assessment in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a waste reduction needs assessment in the commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S570","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997071,"bill_number":"S1350","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2839","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1350","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997072,"bill_number":"S2336","title":"Resolve relative to State House restoration and management commission","description":"By Mr. Oliveira, a petition of Jacob R. Oliveira that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a State House restoration and management commission. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2740","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2336","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997073,"bill_number":"S2138","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2138","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997074,"bill_number":"S1577","title":"To improve access to health care for people with Long COVID","description":"For legislation to improve access to health care for people with Long COVID. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1578","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1577","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997075,"bill_number":"S942","title":"To establish a reduced fare pilot program for students aboard South Coast Rail","description":"For legislation to establish a reduce fare pilot program for students aboard South Coast Rail. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2593","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S942","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997076,"bill_number":"S1074","title":"To update proof of age documentation","description":"For legislation to update proof of age documentation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1074","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997077,"bill_number":"S428","title":"Relative to school library standards","description":"For legislation relative to school library standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2865","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S428","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997078,"bill_number":"S646","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S646","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997079,"bill_number":"S1783","title":"Relative to the equality of wage and recruitment of the Massachusetts State Police","description":"For legislation relative to the equality of wage and recruitment of the Massachusetts State Police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1783","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997080,"bill_number":"S559","title":"Relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas","description":"For legislation to fund water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S559","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997081,"bill_number":"S1996","title":"Relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services","description":"For legislation relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1996","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997082,"bill_number":"S563","title":"Relative to meeting the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future","description":"For legislation relative to meet the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S563","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997083,"bill_number":"S460","title":"Establishing an elementary and secondary school robotics grant program","description":"For legislation to establish an elementary and secondary school robotics grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S460","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997084,"bill_number":"S1935","title":"Relative to municipal tax relief","description":"For legislation to authorize a city or town to issue rebates to taxpayers who received the residential exemption in the prior fiscal year. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2900","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1935","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997085,"bill_number":"S1809","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1809","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997086,"bill_number":"S392","title":"Relative to food literacy","description":"For legislation relative to food literacy. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S392","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997087,"bill_number":"S1993","title":"Amending advance sales tax payment penalties","description":"For legislation relative to advance sales tax payment penalties. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1993","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997088,"bill_number":"S502","title":"Establishing the right for every citizen to have a secret ballot","description":"For legislation to include a secrecy envelope in all vote by mail ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S502","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997089,"bill_number":"S200","title":"To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education","description":"For legislation to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness in cosmetology and barbering education. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S200","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997090,"bill_number":"S867","title":"Relative to primary care for you","description":"For legislation relative to primary care for you. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3116","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S867","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997091,"bill_number":"S129","title":"Relative to training of mandated reporters","description":"For legislation to require that mandated reporters complete training at least every two years to recognize and report suspected child abuse or neglect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S129","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997092,"bill_number":"S165","title":"To update Nicky's Law to protect individuals with disabilities in MassHealth day habilitation programs","description":"For legislation to protect individuals with disabilities in MassHealth day habilitation programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S165","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997093,"bill_number":"S504","title":"Enforcing accessibility for voters with disabilities","description":"For legislation to enforce accessibility for voters with disabilities by requiring an agent of the state secretary to inspect, at least once every four years, each polling place. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S504","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997094,"bill_number":"S2407","title":"Relative to naming the Winchester center station after Governor John A. Volpe","description":"For legislation relative to name the Winchester center station after Governor John A. Volpe. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2407","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997095,"bill_number":"S2218","title":"Designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2218","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997096,"bill_number":"S1222","title":"Relative to GPS tampering","description":"For legislation relative to GPS tracking device tampering. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1222","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997097,"bill_number":"S2386","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates","description":"By Mr. Durant, a petition of Peter J. Durant and Bruce E. Tarr that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2386","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997098,"bill_number":"S909","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S909","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997099,"bill_number":"S692","title":"To facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation","description":"For legislation to facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S692","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997100,"bill_number":"S890","title":"To study the prevalence and cause of long term acute hospital stays","description":"For legislation to analyze and report on acute care hospital stays exceeding 60 days. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S890","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997101,"bill_number":"S2486","title":"Relative to Veteran annuities for surviving spouses","description":"For legislation relative to Veteran annuities for surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2486","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997102,"bill_number":"S1442","title":"Authorizing local control of waste collection hours of operation","description":"For legislation to authorize local control of waste collection hours of operation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2669","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1442","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997103,"bill_number":"S1271","title":"Relative to protecting the people of the Commonwealth from danger","description":"For legislation to protect the people of the Commonwealth from criminal offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1271","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997104,"bill_number":"S1539","title":"To address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1539","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997105,"bill_number":"S30","title":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","description":"For legislation to protect children from addictive social media feeds. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3164","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S30/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S30","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997106,"bill_number":"S1562","title":"Supporting survivors through financial assistance","description":"For legislation to support survivors of violence through financial assistance. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1562","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997107,"bill_number":"S895","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S868","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S895","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997108,"bill_number":"S257","title":"Relative to the dental licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to expedite licensure and improve access to dental care by allowing states to cooperate, share information, and maintain public safety while ensuring each state retains authority over its own licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S257","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997109,"bill_number":"S726","title":"Relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S726","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997110,"bill_number":"S1470","title":"Relative to the creation of a municipal licensing commission","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a municipal licensing commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2669","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1470","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997111,"bill_number":"S1407","title":"Resolve to ensure delivery of mental health services to adults with acute mental illness","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure delivery of mental health services to adults with acute mental illness. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1407","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997112,"bill_number":"S519","title":"For primary election reform","description":"For legislation for primary election reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S519","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997113,"bill_number":"S114","title":"To establish miranda rights for families under investigation by the department of children and families","description":"For legislation to establish miranda rights for families under investigation by the department of children and families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S114","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997114,"bill_number":"S2248","title":"Relative to municipal voices in gas utility work","description":"For legislation relative to city council or select board consent in gas utility work. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2248","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997115,"bill_number":"S121","title":"Strengthening social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility","description":"For legislation to strengthen social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S121","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997116,"bill_number":"S1795","title":"Relative to veteran inclusion","description":"For legislation relative to creating employment opportunities for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1795","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997117,"bill_number":"S635","title":"Relative to deer open hunting season","description":"For legislation to extend the deer open hunting season. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S635","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997118,"bill_number":"S2444","title":"Promoting road safety","description":"For legislation to promote road safety through the yellow dot program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2444","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997119,"bill_number":"S1472","title":"Relative to EMS leave without loss of pay","description":"For legislation relative to EMS leave without loss of pay. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2717","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1472","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997120,"bill_number":"S1545","title":"Relative to APOL1 mediated kidney disease","description":"For legislation relative to APOL1 mediated kidney disease. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1545","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997121,"bill_number":"S2033","title":"Combating offshore tax avoidance","description":"For legislation to close corporate tax loopholes and create progressive revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2033","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997122,"bill_number":"S1351","title":"Improving the Massachusetts paid family medical leave law","description":"For legislation to improve the Massachusetts paid family medical leave law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1351","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997123,"bill_number":"S589","title":"Protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes","description":"For legislation to protect wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S589","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997124,"bill_number":"S2235","title":"Relative to towing protections","description":"For legislation relative to towing protections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2779","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2235","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997125,"bill_number":"S959","title":"Providing for energy assistance during the summer months","description":"For legislation to provide for energy assistance during the summer months. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S959","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997126,"bill_number":"S1556","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1556","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997127,"bill_number":"S654","title":"To reduce plastics","description":"For legislation to reduce plastics. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S654","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997128,"bill_number":"S134","title":"To establish an acquired brain injury advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish an acquired brain injury advisory board. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S134","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997129,"bill_number":"S186","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"For legislation to establish the MassMade Program. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S186","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997130,"bill_number":"S46","title":"Relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making","description":"For legislation relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2632","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S46/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S46","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997131,"bill_number":"S840","title":"Relative to insurer responsibility to the operating budgets of health care oversight entities","description":"For legislation to ensure to insurer responsibility to the operating budgets of health care oversight entities by paying to the commonwealth an amount for the estimated expenses of the commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S840","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997132,"bill_number":"S1688","title":"Relative to retired LEOSA certified law enforcement officers","description":"For legislation relative to firearm purchases by retired LEOSA certified law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1688","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997133,"bill_number":"S1303","title":"Providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3076","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1303","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997134,"bill_number":"S203","title":"Amending successor supplier laws","description":"For legislation to amend successor supplier laws in regards to brand name items sold to a licensed wholesaler. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S203","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997135,"bill_number":"S212","title":"Relative to nature of alcohol licenses and permits","description":"For legislation relative to nature of alcohol licenses and permits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S212","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997136,"bill_number":"S404","title":"Relative to supporting survivors of child sexual abuse","description":"For legislation relative to supporting survivors of child sexual abuse. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S404","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997137,"bill_number":"S1820","title":"Correcting pension inequity for James G. Clothier","description":"For legislation to correct pension inequity for James G. Clothier. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1820","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997138,"bill_number":"S664","title":"Relative to liability for release of hazardous materials","description":"For legislation relative to liability for release of hazardous materials. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S615","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S664","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997139,"bill_number":"S1021","title":"Relative to updating and modernizing Chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update and modernize appropriations to smart growth zoning and housing production. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2827","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1021","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997140,"bill_number":"S626","title":"To consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards","description":"For legislation to consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S626","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997141,"bill_number":"S2074","title":"Relative to the curatorship program","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of historic property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2074","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997142,"bill_number":"S2132","title":"Designating January 30 of each year as Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution in Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart January 30 of each year as Fred Korematsu day of civil liberties and the Constitution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2132","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997143,"bill_number":"S604","title":"To promote natural carbon sequestration","description":"For legislation to promote natural carbon sequestration. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S604","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997144,"bill_number":"S1647","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1647","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997145,"bill_number":"S437","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and student recovery","description":"For legislation relative to dropout prevention and student recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S437","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997146,"bill_number":"S411","title":"To modernize financial aid access","description":"For legislation to establish the MassGrant program to provide financial assistance to eligible residents enrolled in higher education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2589","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S411","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997147,"bill_number":"S152","title":"Relative to preventing sexual abuse of children and youth by adults in positions of authority or trust","description":"For legislation relative to preventing sexual abuse of children and youth by adults in positions of authority or trust. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S152","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997148,"bill_number":"S1447","title":"Enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants","description":"For legislation to enable cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1447","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997149,"bill_number":"S558","title":"Establishing a pilot program for nature-based solutions to climate change","description":"For legislation to promote nature-based approaches for resiliency and climate change adaptation throughout the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S558","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997150,"bill_number":"S1428","title":"Relative to historic districts and commissions","description":"For legislation to establish and preserve historic districts and commissions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2717","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1428","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997151,"bill_number":"S252","title":"Establishing the social work licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish the social work licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S252","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997152,"bill_number":"S397","title":"To promote safe firearm storage education and increase the well-being of students","description":"For legislation to promote safe firearm storage education and increase the well-being of students. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S397","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997153,"bill_number":"S1393","title":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","description":"For legislation relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1393","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997154,"bill_number":"S334","title":"Relative to youth skin health","description":"For legislation relative to the availability of sunscreen for students. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S334","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997155,"bill_number":"S2474","title":"Resolve memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for, and support of Syrian War Crimes Procedures","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for, and support of Syrian War Crimes Procedures. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2474","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997156,"bill_number":"S2411","title":"Relative to online driver education","description":"For legislation relative to online driver education. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2411","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997157,"bill_number":"S952","title":"To support access to vocational schools","description":"For legislation to support access to practical nursing programs in vocational schools. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2698","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S952","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997158,"bill_number":"S1157","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1157","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997159,"bill_number":"S1252","title":"Establishing a right to freedom from doxing","description":"For legislation to establish a right to freedom from doxing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1252","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997160,"bill_number":"S1322","title":"Providing hazard pay and protection for essential workers during a public health \"State of Emergency\" declaration","description":"For legislation to provide hazard pay and protection for essential workers during a \"State of Emergency\" declaration. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2837","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1322","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997161,"bill_number":"S2472","title":"Resolutions proclaiming that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts supports admitting Washington, D.C. into the Union as a state of the United States of America","description":"By Ms. Jehlen, a petition of Patricia D. Jehlen, James B. Eldridge and Dylan A. Fernandes for the adoption of resolutions proclaiming that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts supports admitting Washington, D.C. into the Union as a state of the United States of America. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2472","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997162,"bill_number":"S361","title":"Providing for a study of chronic student absences","description":"For legislation to conduct a study into the causes and remedies for frequent student absences in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S361","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997163,"bill_number":"S1483","title":"Relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure","description":"For legislation relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2641","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1483","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997164,"bill_number":"S1090","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1090","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997165,"bill_number":"S306","title":"To invest in Massachusetts citizens","description":"For legislation to invest in Massachusetts citizens. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S306","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997166,"bill_number":"S1868","title":"Relative to Option (d) beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to Option (d) beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1868","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997167,"bill_number":"S65","title":"Establishing healthy soil performance guidelines","description":"For legislation to establish regulations defining post-construction healthy soil standards. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S65/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S65","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997168,"bill_number":"S1109","title":"Relative to preventing suicide","description":"For legislation relative to preventing suicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3027","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1109","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997169,"bill_number":"S1963","title":"Excluding the Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award from taxable income","description":"Relative to excluding the Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award from taxable income. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1963","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997170,"bill_number":"S1492","title":"Relative to newborn infant safe sleep practices","description":"For legislation to provide written materials on safe sleep practices at the time of infant’s discharge from the hospital. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1492","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997171,"bill_number":"S2140","title":"To SAVE tax dollars in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to SAVE tax dollars in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2140","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997172,"bill_number":"S1240","title":"Promoting fairness in youthful offender indictments","description":"For legislation to promote fairness in youthful offender indictments by raising the minimum age of a youthful offender from 14 to 16. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1240","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997173,"bill_number":"S542","title":"To ensure the health and safety of the commonwealth’s students and educators","description":"For legislation to ensure the health and safety of the commonwealth’s students and educators. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2815","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S542","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997174,"bill_number":"S2148","title":"Utilizing apprenticeship programs for career paths in construction","description":"For legislation to utilize apprenticeship programs for career paths in construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2148","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997175,"bill_number":"S935","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2702","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S935","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997176,"bill_number":"S2101","title":"Relative to joint committee operations","description":"For legislation to require that","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2101","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997177,"bill_number":"S571","title":"To reduce waste and recycling costs in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to save recycling costs in the commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S571","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997178,"bill_number":"S1216","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1216","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997179,"bill_number":"S2417","title":"To review the municipal Chapter 90 transportation funding program","description":"For legislation to review the municipal Chapter 90 transportation funding program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2417","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997180,"bill_number":"S486","title":"To ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation for the promulgation of regulations to ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S486","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997181,"bill_number":"S113","title":"Relative to child care cost transparency","description":"For legislation to require all private early education and care programs to publicly display child care rates on their website. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S113","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997182,"bill_number":"S111","title":"Ensuring access to behavioral health services for children involved with state agencies","description":"For legislation to ensure access to behavioral health services for children involved with state agencies. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S111","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997183,"bill_number":"S1138","title":"Clarifying a right of a durable power of attorney","description":"For legislation to clarify a right of a durable power of attorney. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2969","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1138","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997184,"bill_number":"S665","title":"Relative to the removal and disposal of waste oil","description":"For legislation to remove and dispose of waste oil. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S665","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997185,"bill_number":"S122","title":"Relative to the security of electronic benefit transfer cards","description":"For legislation relative to the security of electronic benefit transfer cards. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S122","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997186,"bill_number":"S873","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S873","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997187,"bill_number":"S1517","title":"Banning artificial fluoridation schemes","description":"For legislation to ban artificial fluoridation schemes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1517","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997188,"bill_number":"S695","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S695","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997189,"bill_number":"S1813","title":"Relative to the funding ratio of the public employee retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to underperforming pension systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1813","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997190,"bill_number":"S2076","title":"Relative to employee recruitment and retention","description":"For legislation relative to tax credits for employee recruitment and retention. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2076","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997191,"bill_number":"S1898","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers to perform police details in the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers to perform police details in the town of Plainville. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Signed by the , Chapter of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1898","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997192,"bill_number":"S2190","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2190","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997193,"bill_number":"S399","title":"To promote equity in school attendance requirements","description":"For legislation to promote equity in school attendance requirements. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S399","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997194,"bill_number":"S2385","title":"Regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)","description":"Relative to the prohibition of motor vehicle operators to make turns at certain red lights. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2448","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2385","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997195,"bill_number":"S1916","title":"Regarding retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups","description":"For legislation to regard retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1916","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997196,"bill_number":"S1003","title":"Resolve to examine Chapter 40B","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to exam the comprehensive permit law for low or moderate income housing under Chapter 40B. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1003","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997197,"bill_number":"S2396","title":"Relative to the fueling and confiscation of off-road vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the fuel and confiscation of off-road vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2396","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997198,"bill_number":"S892","title":"To alleviate skyrocketing consumer health care costs","description":"For legislation to alleviate skyrocketing consumer health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S892","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997199,"bill_number":"S1101","title":"Relative to personal injury protection payments","description":"For legislation relative to personal injury protection payments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1101","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997200,"bill_number":"S1913","title":"Regulating education administrator retirement","description":"For legislation to regulate education administrator retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1913","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997201,"bill_number":"S155","title":"Relative to authorizing 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S155","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997202,"bill_number":"S1372","title":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board","description":"For legislation relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2840","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1372","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997203,"bill_number":"S96","title":"Relative to THC potency limits for types of marijuana","description":"For legislation to further regulate THC potency limits for certain types of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2677","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S96/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S96","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997204,"bill_number":"S1561","title":"Creating an OBGYN loan repayment grant program","description":"For legislation to create an OBGYN loan repayment grant program. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1561","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997205,"bill_number":"S2368","title":"To increase opportunity by ending debt-based driving restrictions","description":"For legislation to end debt-based driving restrictions and remove economic roadblocks. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2874","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2368","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997206,"bill_number":"S799","title":"Protecting patients from surprise bills related to emergency ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to ambulance service reimbursement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S799","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997207,"bill_number":"S2432","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to protect pedestrians through moped law enforcement","description":"By Mr. O'Connor, a petition of Patrick M. O'Connor that provisions be made to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to evaluate and study pedestrians safety through moped law enforcement. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3168","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2432","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997208,"bill_number":"S181","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S181","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997209,"bill_number":"S2256","title":"Establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the GREEN initiative to retrofit existing low-income and moderate-income housing in qualifying municipalities to be highly energy efficient. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2256","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997210,"bill_number":"S2204","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2204","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997211,"bill_number":"S1991","title":"Providing for motor vehicle fuel tax relief for the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide for motor vehicle fuel tax relief for the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1991","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997212,"bill_number":"S607","title":"Responding to the threat of invasive species","description":"For legislation to respond to the threat of invasive species. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S607","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997213,"bill_number":"S2159","title":"Establishing an office of restorative justice","description":"For legislation to establish an office of restorative justice within the executive office for administration and finance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2159","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997214,"bill_number":"S1864","title":"Relative to the creditable service of former employees of the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency","description":"For legislation relative to the creditable service of former employees of the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1864","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997215,"bill_number":"S1272","title":"Relative to public safety, fiscal responsibility, and emergency assistance","description":"For legislation relative to public safety, fiscal responsibility and the emergency housing assistance program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1272","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997216,"bill_number":"S1786","title":"Relative to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments","description":"For legislation relative to benefits of employees who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1786","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997217,"bill_number":"S532","title":"Promoting democracy in primary elections","description":"For legislation to promote democracy in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S532","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997218,"bill_number":"S1583","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1583","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997219,"bill_number":"S1571","title":"For healthy kids, healthy futures","description":"For legislation to prohibit the marketing of sugary drinks in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1571","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997220,"bill_number":"S1062","title":"To stop profiling transgender people and low-income women","description":"For legislation to stop profiling transgender people and low-income women. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1062","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997221,"bill_number":"S878","title":"Relative to asset limits for MassHealth","description":"For legislation relative to asset limits for MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S878","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997222,"bill_number":"S62","title":"Establishing community fridges to address food insecurity","description":"For legislation to establish community fridges to address food insecurity. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2804","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S62/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S62","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997223,"bill_number":"S2187","title":"Prohibiting state and municipal contracts for the purchase and installation of artificial turf fields","description":"For legislation to prohibit state and municipal contracts for the purchase and installation of artificial turf fields. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2187","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997224,"bill_number":"S1748","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1748","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997225,"bill_number":"S2252","title":"Relative to municipal light plant emergency mutual aid","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plant emergency mutual aid. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2252","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997226,"bill_number":"S170","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S170","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997227,"bill_number":"S1988","title":"Relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans","description":"For legislation relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1988","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997228,"bill_number":"S374","title":"Empowering students and schools to thrive","description":"For legislation to empower students and schools to thrive. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S374","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997229,"bill_number":"S1238","title":"Relating to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law)","description":"For legislation relative to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law). The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1238","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997230,"bill_number":"S709","title":"For supportive care for serious mental illness","description":"For legislation relative to supportive care for serious mental illness. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S709","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997231,"bill_number":"S2314","title":"Relative to the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed","description":"For legislation relative to the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2314","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997232,"bill_number":"S2288","title":"To remove woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants","description":"For legislation to remove woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2288","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997233,"bill_number":"S1339","title":"To provide paid family and medical leave to all educators","description":"For legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to all educators. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1339","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997234,"bill_number":"S1355","title":"To establish extreme temperature worker protections","description":"For legislation to establish extreme temperature worker protections. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3240","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1355","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997235,"bill_number":"S307","title":"Relative to LLC filing fees","description":"For legislation relative to LLC filing fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S307","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997236,"bill_number":"S1197","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3129","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1197","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997237,"bill_number":"S314","title":"To provide a sustainable future for rural schools","description":"For legislation to provide a sustainable future for rural schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2870","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S314","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997238,"bill_number":"S821","title":"Allowing fair compensation of Massachusetts credit union directors","description":"For legislation to allow fair compensation of Massachusetts credit union directors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1338","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S821","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997239,"bill_number":"S2254","title":"Relative to permitting of electric vehicle charging stations","description":"For legislation relative to permit of electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2254","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997240,"bill_number":"S781","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S781","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997241,"bill_number":"S2395","title":"Improving oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority","description":"For legislation to improve oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2395","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997242,"bill_number":"S612","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study of enhancing statewide recycling programs","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to enhance statewide recycling programs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S570","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S612","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997243,"bill_number":"S2344","title":"Relative to traffic regulation using road safety cameras","description":"For legislation relative to using automated road safety camera systems as a means of promoting traffic safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2344","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997244,"bill_number":"S317","title":"To ensure equitable access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2869","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S317","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997245,"bill_number":"S362","title":"Expanding access to computer science coursework","description":"For legislation to expand access to computer science coursework. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S362","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997246,"bill_number":"S375","title":"Relative to the teacher leadership program","description":"For legislation measuring the effectiveness of teacher leadership programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S375","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997247,"bill_number":"S196","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S196","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997248,"bill_number":"S1978","title":"Relative to the inventory tax","description":"For legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1978","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997249,"bill_number":"S2222","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2222","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997250,"bill_number":"S2060","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2060","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997251,"bill_number":"S1572","title":"Relative to acute hospital governance","description":"For legislation relative to acute hospital governance. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1572","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997252,"bill_number":"S807","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S807","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997253,"bill_number":"S1922","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1922","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997254,"bill_number":"S738","title":"Providing for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons","description":"For legislation to provide for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S738","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997255,"bill_number":"S2124","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2124","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997256,"bill_number":"S974","title":"Establishing liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program","description":"For legislation to establish liability coverage for facilities lodging individuals in the emergency shelter program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S974","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997257,"bill_number":"S836","title":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","description":"For legislation to authorize insurance coverage for prosthetic devices and orthotic devices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S811","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S836","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997258,"bill_number":"S550","title":"Relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling","description":"For legislation relative to a statewide plan for the management of solar panels and batteries. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2569","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S550","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997259,"bill_number":"S264","title":"Establishing protections for consumers interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots","description":"For legislation to protect consumers interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S264","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997260,"bill_number":"S1690","title":"Relative to standard capacity magazines","description":"For legislation relative to standard capacity magazines. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1690","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997261,"bill_number":"S477","title":"Establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly","description":"For legislation to establish the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2825","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S477","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997262,"bill_number":"S1700","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1700","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997263,"bill_number":"S1649","title":"Resolutions to embrace the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and move the US back from the brink of nuclear war","description":"By Ms. Comerford, a petition of Joanne M. Comerford, Patrick M. O'Connor, Samantha Montaño, Patrick Joseph Kearney and others for the adoption of resolutions to embrace the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and move the US back from the brink of nuclear war. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3247","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1649","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997264,"bill_number":"S69","title":"To promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs","description":"For legislation to promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S69/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S69","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997265,"bill_number":"S50","title":"Establishing a career-to-education data center","description":"For legislation to establish a career-to-education data center within the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S50/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S50","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997266,"bill_number":"S1265","title":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court","description":"For legislation relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1265","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997267,"bill_number":"S2437","title":"To modernize and enhance the distribution of Chapter 90 funds","description":"For legislation to modernize and enhance the distribution of Chapter 90 funds for maintaining, repairing, improving, and constructing municipal ways and bridges, and other eligible municipal projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2437","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997268,"bill_number":"S44","title":"To protect against election misinformation","description":"For legislation relative to deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes in election communications. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2631","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S44/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S44","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997269,"bill_number":"S851","title":"Addressing unfair practices of private equity in health care","description":"For legislation to address unfair practices of private equity in health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S868","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S851","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997270,"bill_number":"S524","title":"Relative to voting rights restoration","description":"For legislation relative to voting rights. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S524","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997271,"bill_number":"S1098","title":"Protecting real property from warrantless searches","description":"For legislation relative to state officials to obtain a warrant before entering any private property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1098","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997272,"bill_number":"S226","title":"Protecting black girls from targeted toxicity","description":"Relative to the promotion, display or advertising of cosmetic products that contain harmful ingredients. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S226","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997273,"bill_number":"S2128","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of Brookfield","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of Brookfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft (Durant) substituted, see S2958","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2128","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997274,"bill_number":"S913","title":"To stabilize adult day health services","description":"For legislation to stabilize adult day health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S913","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997275,"bill_number":"S162","title":"Authorizing the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to establish a Direct Care Worker Medication Administration Program Registry","description":"For legislation to authorize the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to establish a Direct Care Worker Medication Administration Program Registry. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S162","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997276,"bill_number":"S1533","title":"Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities","description":"For legislation relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1533","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997277,"bill_number":"S1671","title":"Relative to firearm laws","description":"For legislation to repeal the firearms laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1671","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997278,"bill_number":"S1567","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1567","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997279,"bill_number":"S1535","title":"Relative to safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities","description":"For legislation to ensure safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities through the use of mechanical lifting devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1535","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997280,"bill_number":"S2188","title":"Establishing the annual observance of September 11th Remembrance Day","description":"For legislation to establish the annual observance of September 11th Remembrance Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2188","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997281,"bill_number":"S2058","title":"Establishing a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2058","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997282,"bill_number":"S1859","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":"For legislation relative to the calculation of the pension of Walter L. Guertin. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1859","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997283,"bill_number":"S1680","title":"Establishing a peace officer oath","description":"For legislation to establish an ethic oath for peace officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1680","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997284,"bill_number":"S703","title":"Improving access to community behavioral health centers","description":"For legislation relative to community behavioral health centers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S703","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997285,"bill_number":"S1543","title":"Establishing a nursing workforce center","description":"For legislation to establish a nursing workforce center at the University of Massachusetts medical school in Worcester. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1543","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997286,"bill_number":"S2245","title":"To expand the Bottle Bill","description":"For legislation to expand the Bottle Bill. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2245","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997287,"bill_number":"S819","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S819","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997288,"bill_number":"S2358","title":"Setting deadlines for school bus and public fleet electrification, and programs to encourage electrification of private fleets","description":"For legislation to promote zero-emission vehicle fleets by 2035. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2358","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997289,"bill_number":"S1515","title":"Relative to enhancing statewide hospital capacity coordination","description":"Relative to enhancing statewide hospital capacity coordination. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1515","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997290,"bill_number":"S1092","title":"Relative to defacing property","description":"For legislation relative to defacing property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1092","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997291,"bill_number":"S1771","title":"For balanced law enforcement representation to the POST Commission","description":"For legislation relative to law enforcement representation to the POST Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1771","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997292,"bill_number":"S258","title":"Protecting the privacy of social care information","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of individuals’ social care information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2821","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S258","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997293,"bill_number":"S1323","title":"Relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations","description":"For legislation relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1323","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997294,"bill_number":"S889","title":"Relative to single payer healthcare benchmarking and reporting","description":"For legislation relative to single payer healthcare benchmarking and reporting. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3071","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S889","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997295,"bill_number":"S161","title":"Providing for a guaranteed cash stipend for young adults transitioning out of foster care","description":"For legislation to provide for a guaranteed cash stipend for young adults transitioning out of foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S161","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997296,"bill_number":"S1046","title":"Relative to adoptions","description":"For legislation relative to adoptions outside of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1046","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997297,"bill_number":"S1072","title":"Relative to the head injury treatment services trust fund","description":"For legislation to deposit money from fines collected from texting while driving into the head injury treatment services trust fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1072","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997298,"bill_number":"S172","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S172","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997299,"bill_number":"S1069","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1069","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997300,"bill_number":"S834","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of acupuncture. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S834","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997301,"bill_number":"S379","title":"Relative to student assessment data","description":"For legislation relative to student assessment data. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S379","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997302,"bill_number":"S597","title":"Providing nature for all","description":"For legislation to conserve and improve natural and working lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2571","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S597","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997303,"bill_number":"S1985","title":"Relative to 100% disabled veteran excise tax exemptions","description":"For legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran excise tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1985","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997304,"bill_number":"S1108","title":"Prohibiting the malicious doxing of personal information","description":"For legislation relative to the malicious doxing of personal information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1108","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997305,"bill_number":"S1225","title":"Relative to drug induced homicide","description":"For legislation relative to drug induced homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1225","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997306,"bill_number":"S2436","title":"Increasing the penalties for violating speed limits in school zones","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for violating speed limits in school zones. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2436","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997307,"bill_number":"S1753","title":"Strengthening synthetic drug laws in correctional facilities","description":"For legislation to prohibit Class C synthetic chemical substance, or agent that has mind altering or mood changing effects in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1753","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997308,"bill_number":"S1082","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws","description":"For legislation relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1082","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997309,"bill_number":"S1416","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1416","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997310,"bill_number":"S1244","title":"Enhancing access to abortion care","description":"For legislation to enhance access to abortion care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1244","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997311,"bill_number":"S84","title":"To create Cannabis career pathways for justice-involved individuals","description":"For legislation to create Cannabis career pathways for justice-involved individuals. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S84/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S84","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997312,"bill_number":"S1208","title":"To ensure the responsible use of advanced robotic technologies","description":"For legislation to ensure the responsible use of advanced robotic technologies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1208","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997313,"bill_number":"S2059","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2059","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1997315,"bill_number":"S677","title":"Relative to preventing psychiatric emergencies","description":"For legislation relative to prevent psychiatric emergencies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S677","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
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{"bill_id":1997317,"bill_number":"S1735","title":"Relative to the establishment of the PFAS Research and Development Public Safety Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the PFAS Research and Development Public Safety Fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1735","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997318,"bill_number":"S2371","title":"Modernizing and expanding availability of motor vehicle titling and registration services","description":"For legislation to modernize and expand availability of motor vehicle titling and registration services. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2371","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997319,"bill_number":"S827","title":"To ensure access to prescription medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to prescription medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S827","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997320,"bill_number":"S1930","title":"Authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge","description":"For legislation to authorize a local affordable housing surcharge. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1930","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997321,"bill_number":"S1849","title":"Relative to court officers injured on duty","description":"For legislation relative to court officers injured on duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1849","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997322,"bill_number":"S359","title":"Promoting healthy culture and climate within schools","description":"For legislation to promote a healthy culture and climate within schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2955","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S359","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997323,"bill_number":"S500","title":"Relative to specially qualified voters","description":"For legislation relative to specially qualified voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2727","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S500","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997324,"bill_number":"S1283","title":"Regarding on behalf of orders","description":"For legislation to protect orders issued on behalf of a minor so that the order remains in effect until the expiration date of the order. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1283","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997325,"bill_number":"S1111","title":"Relative to retirement reporting","description":"For legislation relative to convictions of retirees and eligibility for pensions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1111","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997326,"bill_number":"S2425","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of New Bedford in the memory of Silver Star recipient Corporal Francis J. McHugh","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of New Bedford in the memory of Silver Star recipient Corporal Francis J. McHugh. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2425","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997327,"bill_number":"S2334","title":"To grow and maintain space in cities and towns for the creative economy","description":"For legislation to preserve space for the creative economy. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2334","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997328,"bill_number":"S723","title":"Relative to growth opportunities for state financial institutions","description":"For legislation to strengthen the state credit union charter. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3078","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S723","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997329,"bill_number":"S1038","title":"Relative to the protection of small businesses and workers","description":"For legislation further regulating the Massachusetts Antitrust Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1038","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997330,"bill_number":"S2325","title":"Relative to grid battery storage innovation study","description":"For legislation relative to grid battery storage innovation study. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2325","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997331,"bill_number":"S1926","title":"Exempting residential electric vehicle chargers from the sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt electric vehicle chargers from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1926","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997332,"bill_number":"S433","title":"Relative to substance use education in public schools","description":"For legislation relative to substance use education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2863","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S433","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997333,"bill_number":"S2167","title":"To promote American manufacturing","description":"For legislation to promote American manufacturing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2167","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997334,"bill_number":"S2247","title":"Relative to Mass Save assessments","description":"For legislation relative to Mass Save assessments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2247","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997335,"bill_number":"S205","title":"Relative to price-fixing prohibition and consumer transparency","description":"For legislation relative to price-fixing prohibition and consumer transparency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S205","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997336,"bill_number":"S2309","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2309","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997337,"bill_number":"S826","title":"Relative to notifying broker prior to termination of coverage","description":"For legislation relative to notify broker prior to termination of coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S826","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997338,"bill_number":"S1008","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2826","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1008","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997339,"bill_number":"S337","title":"Relative to school district funding","description":"For legislation relative to school district funding is allocated evenly, relative to the number of attending students, among the towns in such a district.. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S337","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997340,"bill_number":"S1180","title":"Expanding access to victim compensation","description":"For legislation to expand access to victim compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1180","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997341,"bill_number":"S1838","title":"Designating January as Peace Officer History Month","description":"For legislation to designate January as Peace Officer History Month. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1838","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997342,"bill_number":"S1211","title":"Regarding conditions of release in Superior Court","description":"For legislation relative to conditions of release in Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1211","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997343,"bill_number":"S916","title":"To enhance analysis of state health mandates and costs","description":"For legislation to regulate state health insurance mandates and costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S916","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997344,"bill_number":"S1800","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1800","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997345,"bill_number":"S1278","title":"To establish the Massachusetts judicial security act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts judicial security act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1278","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997346,"bill_number":"S701","title":"Relative to electronic notices of the cancellation, renewal or nonrenewal of insurance policies","description":"Relative to electronic notices of the cancellation, renewal or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S701","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997347,"bill_number":"S2422","title":"Relative to child passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to child passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2422","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997348,"bill_number":"S855","title":"Ensuring 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S855","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997349,"bill_number":"S1936","title":"Maintaining the state disaster relief and resiliency trust fund","description":"For legislation to maintain the state disaster relief and resiliency trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1936","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997350,"bill_number":"S2229","title":"To expand carbon pricing in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to expand carbon pricing in the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2229","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997351,"bill_number":"S2315","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate double utility poles","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to investigate double utility poles and identify a timeline for their removal. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2315","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997352,"bill_number":"S1603","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1603","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997353,"bill_number":"S1080","title":"For the removal of void restrictive covenants","description":"For legislation to allow parties discriminated against to bring a case against covenants that restrict the use of land. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1080","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997354,"bill_number":"S941","title":"Designating the Senator Bill Owens Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston","description":"For legislation to rename the Center for African, Caribbean & Community Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston as the Senator Bill Owens Center. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S941","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997355,"bill_number":"S2039","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"For legislation relative to the relief of mortgage debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2039","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997356,"bill_number":"S171","title":"To support maternal health","description":"For legislation to support maternal health by providing financial assistance to an eligible pregnant person. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S171","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997357,"bill_number":"S1155","title":"Relative to extend the statute of limitations for human trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to extend the statute of limitations for human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1155","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997358,"bill_number":"S1559","title":"Resolve improving maternal and child health related to hyperemesis gravidarum","description":"By Mr. Kennedy (by request), a petition of Kevin Gilnack, that provisions be made for a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make recommendations regarding the improvement of resources for individuals experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1559","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997359,"bill_number":"S1277","title":"Relative to the humane protection of animals","description":"For legislation relative to the humane protection of animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1277","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997360,"bill_number":"S964","title":"To study single-stair residential buildings","description":"For legislation to study single-stair residential buildings. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2647","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S964","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997361,"bill_number":"S1934","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1934","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997362,"bill_number":"S648","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S648","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997363,"bill_number":"S2476","title":"Resolve for memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for official, and general support of a Federal ERA, and public education, regarding this subject","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for official, and general support of a Federal ERA, and public education, regarding this subject. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2476","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997364,"bill_number":"S1589","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1589","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997365,"bill_number":"S2182","title":"Establishing May as native plant month","description":"For legislation to establish May as native plant month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2182","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997366,"bill_number":"S816","title":"Including worker-owned businesses economic development programs","description":"For legislation to support businesses where employees have ownership stakes within initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth in a community. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S816","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997367,"bill_number":"S1317","title":"Relative to suicide prevention signage at construction site workplaces","description":"For legislation relative to suicide prevention signage at construction site workplaces. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1317","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997368,"bill_number":"S1312","title":"Ensuring domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1312","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997369,"bill_number":"S1185","title":"Protecting victims of rape and their children","description":"For legislation to protect victims of rape and their children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1185","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997370,"bill_number":"S247","title":"Relative to the continuing education of podiatrists","description":"For legislation to increase the number of continuing education hours of podiatrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S247","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997371,"bill_number":"S1237","title":"Relative to wagering on political outcomes","description":"For legislation to prohibit gambling on political outcomes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1237","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997372,"bill_number":"S581","title":"Relative to the Underground Storage Tank Petroleum Cleanup Fund Administrative Review Board","description":"For legislation relative to the Underground Storage Tank Petroleum Cleanup Fund Administrative Review Board. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S581","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997373,"bill_number":"S412","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2689","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S412","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997374,"bill_number":"S1130","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation to facilitate alternatives to foreclosure through the Massachusetts Foreclosure Mediation Program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1130","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997375,"bill_number":"S1932","title":"Increasing volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation to increase volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1932","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997376,"bill_number":"S881","title":"Providing Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation programs","description":"For legislation to provide Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S881","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997377,"bill_number":"S2443","title":"Relative to commercial fees","description":"For legislation relative to commercial motor vehicle registration fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2443","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997378,"bill_number":"S1457","title":"To preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals","description":"For legislation to preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2717","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1457","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997379,"bill_number":"S1754","title":"Relative to a fresh start","description":"For legislation to establish within the Executive Office of Public Safety a fresh start program for the purpose of removing certain existential negative collateral consequences. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1754","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997380,"bill_number":"S210","title":"Expanding wheelchair warranty protections for consumers with disabilities","description":"For legislation to expand wheelchair warranty protections for consumers with disabilities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2662","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S210","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997381,"bill_number":"S2426","title":"Relative to safety glass standards","description":"For legislation relative to safety glass standards. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2426","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997382,"bill_number":"S1877","title":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers","description":"Relative to cancer presumption for police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1877","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997383,"bill_number":"S2149","title":"Adding an Indigenous member to the Massachusetts Historical Commission","description":"For legislation to add an Indigenous member to the Massachusetts Historical Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2149","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997384,"bill_number":"S1973","title":"Relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2751","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1973","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997385,"bill_number":"S1627","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1627","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997386,"bill_number":"S1933","title":"To prevent property tax bill shocks","description":"For legislation to prevent property tax bill shocks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2899","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1933","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997387,"bill_number":"S1348","title":"To enforce laws protecting worksite safety","description":"For legislation to enforce laws protecting worksite safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1348","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997388,"bill_number":"S443","title":"Modernizing the board of elementary and secondary education","description":"For legislation to modernize the board of elementary and secondary education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2868","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S443","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997389,"bill_number":"S1874","title":"Relative to out of state service for education professionals","description":"For legislation to clarify out of state creditable service for education professionals. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1874","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997390,"bill_number":"S869","title":"Relative to preventing discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of health care","description":"For legislation to prevent discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S869","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997391,"bill_number":"S109","title":"Minimizing trauma to children and families","description":"For legislation to minimize trauma to children and families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S109","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997392,"bill_number":"S2286","title":"Establishing a Zero Carbon Renovation Fund","description":"For legislation to establish a zero carbon renovation fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2286","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997393,"bill_number":"S746","title":"To improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation","description":"For legislation to improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S746","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997394,"bill_number":"S1076","title":"Honoring the value of personal property","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for loan of money secured by weapons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1076","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997395,"bill_number":"S1144","title":"To enforce support orders for adult children in need of support","description":"For legislation to enforce support orders for adult children in need of support during the declaration of homesteads. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1144","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997396,"bill_number":"S698","title":"Relative to consumer deductibles","description":"For legislation relative to consumer deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S698","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997397,"bill_number":"S325","title":"To create and expand student pathways to success","description":"For legislation to create and expand student pathways to success. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S325","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997398,"bill_number":"S2359","title":"Relative to setting deadlines to electrify the MBTA commuter rail","description":"For legislation relative to public transit electrification. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2359","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997399,"bill_number":"S1186","title":"To ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor","description":"For legislation to provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1186","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997400,"bill_number":"S1751","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study the Commonwealth’s response to and resources for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault","description":"By Mr. O'Connor, a petition of Patrick M. O'Connor that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission to study the Commonwealth’s response to and resources for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1751","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997401,"bill_number":"S388","title":"To fix the chapter 70 inflation adjustment","description":"For legislation to fix the chapter 70 inflation adjustment. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S388","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997402,"bill_number":"S1112","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1112","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997403,"bill_number":"S2378","title":"To update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2378","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997404,"bill_number":"S1017","title":"To reform the emergency assistance shelter program","description":"For legislation to reform the emergency assistance shelter program by limiting the scope to residents of the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1017","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997405,"bill_number":"S2052","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2052","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997406,"bill_number":"S107","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for children in foster care","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for children in foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S107","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997407,"bill_number":"S2086","title":"Relative to sales tax reduction to 5%","description":"For legislation relative to sales tax reduction to 5%. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2086","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997408,"bill_number":"S1306","title":"To protect the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees","description":"For legislation to protect the collective bargaining rights of certain management classification series employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1306","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997409,"bill_number":"S2048","title":"Relative to property taxes and senior citizens","description":"For legislation relative to property taxes and senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2036","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2048","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1997411,"bill_number":"S1502","title":"Relative to removing barriers to care for physician assistants","description":"For legislation to remove barriers to care for physician assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1502","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997412,"bill_number":"S2481","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2481","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997413,"bill_number":"S1570","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1570","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997414,"bill_number":"S367","title":"Relative to student representative relative to student representative voting rights","description":"For legislation relative to student representative voting rights. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S367","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997415,"bill_number":"S1172","title":"To protect unpaid interns, volunteers, and independent contractors from sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination","description":"For legislation to protect unpaid interns, volunteers, and independent contractors from sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1172","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997416,"bill_number":"S679","title":"Relative to mental health providers","description":"For legislation relative to mental health providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S679","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
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{"bill_id":1997418,"bill_number":"S651","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops","description":"For legislation to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2720","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S651","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997419,"bill_number":"S798","title":"Relative to small business health insurance incentives","description":"For legislation relative to small business health insurance incentives. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S798","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997420,"bill_number":"S1971","title":"Creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing","description":"For legislation to create a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1971","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997421,"bill_number":"S824","title":"Relative to IUD pain management coverage","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for pain medication for IUD procedures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S824","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997422,"bill_number":"S2143","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2143","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997423,"bill_number":"S619","title":"Relative to protecting aquatic and semiaquatic wildlife on beaches","description":"For legislation to require the department of conservation and recreation to create signage informing the public how to properly act when coming in contact with stranded aquatic wildlife and semiaquatic wildlife. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S619","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997424,"bill_number":"S627","title":"Relative to the use of glyphosate on public lands","description":"For legislation relative to the use of glyphosate on public lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S627","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997425,"bill_number":"S1233","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1233","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997426,"bill_number":"S782","title":"To increase health insurer reporting transparency","description":"For legislation to increase health insurer reporting transparency. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S782","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997427,"bill_number":"S877","title":"To promote an enhanced care worker minimum wage","description":"For legislation to promote an enhanced care worker minimum wage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S877","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997428,"bill_number":"S1089","title":"Strengthening identity theft laws","description":"For legislation to strengthen the identity law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1089","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997429,"bill_number":"S880","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S880","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997430,"bill_number":"S474","title":"Relative to assisted living and the frail elder waiver","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S474","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997431,"bill_number":"S1099","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reform alimony in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1099","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997432,"bill_number":"S554","title":"To reduce plastic packaging waste","description":"For legislation to establish the Sustainable Food Service Ware Act. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S554","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997433,"bill_number":"S1643","title":"Relative to access to community corrections","description":"For legislation relative to access to community corrections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1643","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997434,"bill_number":"S2244","title":"Promoting resilience against the heat-related impacts of climate change","description":"For legislation to promote resilience against the heat-related impacts of climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2244","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997435,"bill_number":"S1787","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"For legislation relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1787","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997436,"bill_number":"S1106","title":"Relative to police reports involving railroad fatalities","description":"For legislation relative to police reports involving railroad fatalities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1106","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997437,"bill_number":"S2452","title":"Relative to health and transportation","description":"For legislation relative to timely and efficient transportation to medical services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2452","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997438,"bill_number":"S2448","title":"Regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)","description":"Relative to the prohibition of motor vehicle operators to make turns at certain red lights. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2448","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997439,"bill_number":"S1695","title":"Restoring certain civil rights","description":"For legislation to restore certain civil rights pertaining to firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1695","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997440,"bill_number":"S1242","title":"Relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders","description":"For legislation relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1242","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997441,"bill_number":"S272","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S272","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997442,"bill_number":"S143","title":"To study the role of resettlement agencies in the successful integration of new arrivals in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to study the role of resettlement agencies in the successful integration of new arrivals in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S143","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997443,"bill_number":"S724","title":"Promoting healthcare access and affordability for patients","description":"For legislation to promote healthcare access and affordability for patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S724","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997444,"bill_number":"S1227","title":"Relative to bodily autonomy and family integrity","description":"For legislation relative to bodily autonomy and family integrity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1227","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997445,"bill_number":"S63","title":"Relative to establishing a food justice frontline","description":"For legislation to establish a food justice frontline. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S63/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S63","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997446,"bill_number":"S568","title":"Relative to recreation on private tidelands","description":"For legislation relative to recreation on private tidelands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S568","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997447,"bill_number":"S239","title":"Relative to certain hospitality venues","description":"For legislation relative to certain hospitality venues. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2667","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S239","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997448,"bill_number":"S2134","title":"Promoting the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims in the commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2134","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997449,"bill_number":"S1778","title":"Relative to ATV vehicles owned and operated by police and fire departments","description":"For legislation to allow police and fire departments to use ATV's for emergency response provided that the Registry of Motor Vehicles shall provide specialty plates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1778","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997450,"bill_number":"S917","title":"To address the financial sustainability of the Health Safety Net","description":"For legislation to address the financial sustainability of the Health Safety Net. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S917","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997451,"bill_number":"S944","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations","description":"For legislation relative to advance placement examinations to satisfy degree requirements. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2536","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S944","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997452,"bill_number":"S2176","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a commemorative memorial portrait in the Massachusetts State House in honor of State Representative Doris Bunte","description":"By Ms. Miranda, a petition of Liz Miranda that provisions be made to establish a commemorative memorial portrait in the Massachusetts State House in honor of State Representative Doris Bunte. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2176","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997453,"bill_number":"S2439","title":"Resolve relative to a VFW Parkway master plan special commission","description":"Relative to the development, maintenance and improvement of the Veterans of Foreign War Highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2439","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997454,"bill_number":"S2403","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2403","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997455,"bill_number":"S951","title":"To support college students in recovery","description":"For legislation to support college students in recovery. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/11/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Higher Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S951","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997456,"bill_number":"S1672","title":"Relative to registration of guns","description":"For legislation relative to registration of guns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1672","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997457,"bill_number":"S1605","title":"Establishing statewide food truck regulations","description":"For legislation to establish statewide food truck regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied by S1607","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1605","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997458,"bill_number":"S833","title":"To protect equity in real estate transactions","description":"For legislation to protect equity in real estate transactions through the use of a shared appreciation mortgage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S833","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997459,"bill_number":"S501","title":"Relative to the annual street listing","description":"For legislation relative to the annual street listing. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S501","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997460,"bill_number":"S405","title":"Stopping harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development","description":"For legislation to stop harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S405","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997461,"bill_number":"S553","title":"Establishing the Municipal Reforestation Program","description":"For legislation to establish the municipal reforestation program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S553","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997462,"bill_number":"S1920","title":"Providing for a fair and equitable group 4 retirement benefit for police officers working on Massachusetts public higher education campuses","description":"For legislation to correct inequities regarding the retirement of state-employed and special authority-employed police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1920","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997463,"bill_number":"S2055","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2055","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997464,"bill_number":"S825","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S825","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997465,"bill_number":"S2085","title":"To improve long-term care staffing and dignity for caregivers","description":"For legislation to improve long-term care staffing and dignity for caregivers through training, tuition reimbursements, tax credits and other programs. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2085","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997466,"bill_number":"S1167","title":"To protect nonhuman primate infants in research institutions and product testing facilities","description":"For legislation to protect nonhuman primate infants in research institutions and product testing facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1167","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997467,"bill_number":"S403","title":"Establishing a special commission to review the adequacy and equity of the Massachusetts school building program","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to review the adequacy and equity of the Massachusetts school building program. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S403","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997468,"bill_number":"S844","title":"To improve continuity of care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions","description":"For legislation to improve long term care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S844","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997469,"bill_number":"S503","title":"Decoupling the municipal census from voter registration","description":"For legislation to decouple the municipal census from voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S503","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997470,"bill_number":"S2091","title":"Allowing for the deduction of business interest","description":"For legislation to allow for the deduction of business interest. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2091","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997471,"bill_number":"S1681","title":"To protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3259","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1681","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997472,"bill_number":"S457","title":"To establish the Middle School Innovation Fund","description":"For legislation to provide grants and other support to programs administered by local school districts that engage project-centered group learning methods in grades 5-8. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2862","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S457","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997473,"bill_number":"S1607","title":"Establishing statewide food truck regulations","description":"For legislation to establish statewide food truck regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1605","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1607","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997474,"bill_number":"S576","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislation relative to outdoor heritage. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S576","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997475,"bill_number":"S2084","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2084","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997476,"bill_number":"S1460","title":"Relative to improving enforcement for tethering violations","description":"For legislation to improve enforcement for tethering violations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1460","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997477,"bill_number":"S136","title":"Improving emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to improve emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S136","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997478,"bill_number":"S791","title":"Relative to nature as a prescription","description":"For legislation relative to nature as a prescription for mental health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S791","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997479,"bill_number":"S265","title":"Protecting personal identifying information","description":"For legislation to protect personal identifying information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S265","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997480,"bill_number":"S721","title":"Relative to investments by entities of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to investments by entities of the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S721","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997481,"bill_number":"S2450","title":"To protect the health and well-being of child passengers in vehicles","description":"For legislation to protect the health and well-being of child passengers in vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2450","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997482,"bill_number":"S1808","title":"Relative to enhancing cost of living adjustment for certain long term career public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to enhance cost of living adjustment for certain long term career public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1808","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997483,"bill_number":"S531","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2911","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S531","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997484,"bill_number":"S1387","title":"Enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use","description":"Relative to authorizing physician assistants to issue psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1387","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997485,"bill_number":"S216","title":"Resolve relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications","description":"Relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S216","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997486,"bill_number":"S2261","title":"Achieving a green future with infrastructure and workforce investments","description":"Relative to achieving a green future with infrastructure and workforce investments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2261","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997487,"bill_number":"S1052","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2550","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1052","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997488,"bill_number":"S1757","title":"To remove medical and health service fees for incarcerated people","description":"For legislation to remove medical and health service fees for incarcerated people. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1757","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997489,"bill_number":"S1139","title":"To restore the statute of limitations for deaths due to tobacco use","description":"For legislation to restore the statute of limitations for deaths due to tobacco use. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1139","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997490,"bill_number":"S1805","title":"Relative to regional planning agencies","description":"For legislation relative to regional planning agencies and contributions to the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1805","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997491,"bill_number":"S716","title":"Relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling","description":"For legislation relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S716","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997492,"bill_number":"S966","title":"Relative to funding housing and mitigating investor real estate in seasonal communities","description":"For legislation to fund housing and mitigating investor real estate in seasonal communities. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S966","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997493,"bill_number":"S2166","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE plan","description":"For legislation relative to the 401(k) CORE plan. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2166","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997494,"bill_number":"S2098","title":"To incentivize public service","description":"For legislation to incentivize public service by offering a tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2098","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997495,"bill_number":"S1777","title":"Pertaining to public fire safety and professionalism","description":"For legislation to pertain to public fire safety and professionalism. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1777","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997496,"bill_number":"S2312","title":"Relative to air monitoring stations","description":"For legislation relative to air monitoring stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2312","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997497,"bill_number":"S1552","title":"Relative to expanding the newborn screening panel","description":"For legislation to expand the newborn screening panel to include pyruvate dehydrogenase complex deficiency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1573","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1552","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997498,"bill_number":"S1281","title":"Relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality","description":"For legislation relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1281","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997499,"bill_number":"S1550","title":"Related to the risk of getting cancer due to the consumption of alcohol","description":"For legislation to require establishments that sell alcoholic beverages to post the risk of cancer due to the consumption of alcohol. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1550","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997500,"bill_number":"S1856","title":"Relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunicators","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunicators. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1856","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997501,"bill_number":"S2270","title":"Maximizing and optimizing small-scale assets in communities","description":"For legislation to maximize and optimize energy resources in communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2270","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997502,"bill_number":"S1712","title":"Establishing a public safety building authority and assistance program","description":"For legislation to establish a public safety building authority and assistance program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1712","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997503,"bill_number":"S2441","title":"To create no cost parking at MBTA commuter rail stations","description":"For legislation to create no cost parking at MBTA commuter rail stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2441","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997504,"bill_number":"S75","title":"To modernize the cannabis regulatory environment","description":"For legislation to modernize the cannabis regulatory environment. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S75/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S75","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997505,"bill_number":"S1022","title":"To maintain stable housing for families with pets","description":"For legislation to maintain stable housing for families with pets. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2720","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1022","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997506,"bill_number":"S2157","title":"Relative to Massachusetts time zones and sunshine protection","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts time zones and sunshine protection. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2157","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997507,"bill_number":"S1636","title":"Ensuring safer and secure communications with radiation limits through the Massachusetts Broadband Institute","description":"For legislation to ensure safer and secure communications by improving technological safety with radiation limits through the Massachusetts Broadband Institute. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1636","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997508,"bill_number":"S2278","title":"Relative to fuel standards","description":"Relative to clean fuel standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2278","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997509,"bill_number":"S1207","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1207","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997510,"bill_number":"S857","title":"To ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data","description":"For legislation to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S857","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997511,"bill_number":"S2152","title":"Designating June 7 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate June 7 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-06-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2152","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997512,"bill_number":"S451","title":"To promote alternative dispute resolution for students","description":"For legislation to promote alternative dispute resolution for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S451","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997513,"bill_number":"S907","title":"To protect Norwood healthcare access","description":"For legislation to protect Norwood healthcare access. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S907","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997514,"bill_number":"S407","title":"Creating a special commission to examine regional school education finance reform","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to examine regional school education finance reform. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S407","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997515,"bill_number":"S1068","title":"Providing for equity within the judicial branch","description":"For legislation to provide for equity within the judicial branch. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1068","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997516,"bill_number":"S2494","title":"Relative to dental benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation to further define dental benefit assistance for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2494","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997517,"bill_number":"S1912","title":"Relative to accidental disability retirement for police officers and firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to accidental disability retirement for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1912","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997518,"bill_number":"S1716","title":"Regulating illegal exhaust systems for motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to regulate illegal exhaust systems for motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1716","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997519,"bill_number":"S1011","title":"Promoting housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program","description":"For legislation to promote housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2829","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1011","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997520,"bill_number":"S479","title":"To improve transparency and accountability for residents of long-term care","description":"For legislation to improve transparency and accountability for residents of long-term care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3012","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S479","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997521,"bill_number":"S1958","title":"Establishing the micro business employee training and workforce development program","description":"For legislation to establish a tax incentive program for micro businesses to hire formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals receiving transitional benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1958","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997522,"bill_number":"S1455","title":"Relative to the use of certain fairground properties","description":"For legislation relative the management of specific pieces of land or structures typically found at a fairground, often referring to regulations, permissions, or restrictions regarding their operation within a particular area. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2717","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1455","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997523,"bill_number":"S2175","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2175","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997524,"bill_number":"S661","title":"Relative to setting NDMA levels","description":"For legislation to set NDMA levels. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S661","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997525,"bill_number":"S2339","title":"Studying the advantages and disadvantages of transitioning certain government fleets to clean energy","description":"For legislation to convert the state government fleet to electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2339","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997526,"bill_number":"S2389","title":"Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a highway noise study in the town of Foxborough","description":"By Mr. Feeney, a petition of Paul R. Feeney that provisions be made to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a highway noise study in the town of Foxborough. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2389","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997527,"bill_number":"S1704","title":"To mandate flotation devices in police vehicles","description":"For legislation to mandate flotation devices in police vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1704","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997528,"bill_number":"S1788","title":"Relative to PTSD and accidental disability","description":"For legislation relative to PTSD and accidental disability retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1788","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997529,"bill_number":"S1656","title":"To connect veterans with earned benefits","description":"For legislation to connect veterans with earned benefits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1656","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997530,"bill_number":"S2129","title":"Relative to remote access for public bodies and town meeting","description":"For legislation relative to remote access for public bodies and town meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2129","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997531,"bill_number":"S1400","title":"Authorizing a pilot for the use of psychedelics in licensed treatment facilities","description":"For legislation to authorize a pilot for the use of psychedelics in licensed treatment facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1400","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997532,"bill_number":"S1976","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1976","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997533,"bill_number":"S1497","title":"Protecting patient safety regarding non-FDA approved drugs","description":"For legislation to protect patient safety regarding non-FDA approved drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1497","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997534,"bill_number":"S1051","title":"Promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services","description":"For legislation relative to judicial supervision to promote child well-being. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1051","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997535,"bill_number":"S700","title":"Relative to the use of drones by insurance companies","description":"For legislation requiring insurance companies to notify policyholders of the use of drones. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2989","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S700","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997536,"bill_number":"S1485","title":"Providing for safe and consensual sensitive examinations","description":"For legislation to prohibit nonconsensual intimate examinations of anesthetized or unconscious patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3197","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1485","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997537,"bill_number":"S60","title":"To address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries","description":"For legislation to address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S60/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S60","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997538,"bill_number":"S408","title":"Relative to best management practices for wireless in schools and public institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation relative to best management practices for wireless in schools and public institutions of higher education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S408","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997539,"bill_number":"S1026","title":"Creating a shelter provider rate study","description":"For legislation to create a shelter provider rate study. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1026","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997540,"bill_number":"S640","title":"Promoting humane cosmetics and other household products by limiting the use of animal testing","description":"For legislation to promote humane cosmetics and other household products by limiting the use of animal testing. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2720","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S640","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997541,"bill_number":"S1500","title":"Relative to health care transparency","description":"For legislation relative to health care transparency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1500","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997542,"bill_number":"S295","title":"Relative to a business entity","description":"For legislation relative to a business entity. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S295","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997543,"bill_number":"S965","title":"Promoting fair and affordable housing","description":"For legislation to promote fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2980","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S965","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997544,"bill_number":"S1590","title":"Resolve establishing a sexual assault counselor certification task force","description":"Relative to establishing a sexual assault counselor certification task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1590","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997545,"bill_number":"S287","title":"Relative to horse riding instructors","description":"For legislation relative to horse riding instructors licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S287","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997546,"bill_number":"S2479","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2479","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997547,"bill_number":"S712","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S712","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997548,"bill_number":"S2007","title":"Facilitating brownfields redevelopment","description":"For legislation to promote the redevelopment of contaminated sites through tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2007","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997549,"bill_number":"S189","title":"Relative to digital right to repair","description":"For legislation relative to digital right to repair. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3062","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997550,"bill_number":"S448","title":"Establishing the school supplies for teachers program","description":"For legislation to establish the school supplies for teachers program. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S448","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997551,"bill_number":"S223","title":"Relative to clarifying homeowners right to perform electrical work","description":"Relative to homeowners right to perform electrical work. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2674","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S223","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997552,"bill_number":"S1610","title":"Assessing healthcare access","description":"For legislation to assess healthcare access. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1610","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997553,"bill_number":"S1453","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2568","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1453","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997554,"bill_number":"S1160","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1160","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997555,"bill_number":"S1363","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1363","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997556,"bill_number":"S1869","title":"Requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms","description":"For legislation relative to require public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1869","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997557,"bill_number":"S126","title":"Requiring licensure for use of graduated electronic decelerators","description":"For legislation relative to licensure for the use of graduated electronic decelerators to alter behavior of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S126","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997558,"bill_number":"S658","title":"Pertaining to regional resilience and flood protection entities","description":"For legislation to create the Massachusetts Flood Management and Mitigation Authority to protect the commonwealth’s natural resources. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S658","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997559,"bill_number":"S2031","title":"For a grade improvement tax credit","description":"For legislation for a grade improvement tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2031","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997560,"bill_number":"S1578","title":"Measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create an evidence-based culturally-specific patient navigation pilot program for people living with a Long COVID diagnosis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1578","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997561,"bill_number":"S1956","title":"To incentivize employer-provided childcare","description":"Relative to employer-provided childcare tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1956","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997562,"bill_number":"S842","title":"To address medical debt through hospital financial assistance reform","description":"For legislation to offer financial assistance for medical debt to those below the federal poverty level. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S857","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S842","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997563,"bill_number":"S2462","title":"Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2462","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997564,"bill_number":"S1784","title":"Relative to construction zone speed control systems","description":"For legislation to increase safety in highways work zones by implementing work zone speed cameras. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1784","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997565,"bill_number":"S511","title":"Relative to fair elections","description":"For legislation relative to fair elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2727","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S511","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997566,"bill_number":"S1940","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1940","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997567,"bill_number":"S686","title":"To incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies","description":"For legislation to incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S686","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997568,"bill_number":"S124","title":"Establishing a designation of a state protection and advocacy system","description":"For legislation to establish a designation of a state protection and advocacy system. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S124","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997569,"bill_number":"S988","title":"To transform the Commonwealth’s emergency response system and create housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults","description":"For legislation to provide for analysis of MassHealth claims data in relation to homeless management information systems data related to Medicaid costs associated with persons experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2646","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S988","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997570,"bill_number":"S2460","title":"Creating equal access to a common application for low-income veterans","description":"For legislation to create equal access to a common application for low-income veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2460","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997571,"bill_number":"S478","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S478","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997572,"bill_number":"S2287","title":"Limiting the eligibility of woody biomass as an alternative energy supply","description":"For legislation to limit the eligibility of woody biomass as an alternative energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2287","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997573,"bill_number":"S925","title":"To support access to vocational schools","description":"For legislation to support access to vocational schools by creating MassReconnect, a scholarship program to provide financial assistance to students from the commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2698","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S925","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997574,"bill_number":"S118","title":"Lifting 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S118","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997575,"bill_number":"S380","title":"Requiring accountability for inequities in suspension and expulsion or RAISE Act","description":"For legislation to establish statewide targets for addressing persistent disparities in achievement and suspension and expulsion in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2955","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S380","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997576,"bill_number":"S1349","title":"Relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1349","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997577,"bill_number":"S676","title":"Relative to dental Insurance","description":"For legislation relative to dental insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2989","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S676","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997578,"bill_number":"S711","title":"Relative to rate equity for community health centers","description":"For legislation to require prospective payment system methodology for reimbursement to community health centers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S711","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997579,"bill_number":"S1591","title":"Relative to stroke data reporting","description":"For legislation relative to stroke data reporting. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1591","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997580,"bill_number":"S2015","title":"Establishing a tiered corporate minimum tax","description":"For legislation to establish a tiered corporate minimum tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2015","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997581,"bill_number":"S2061","title":"Reducing senior citizen property taxes","description":"For legislation to reduce senior citizen property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2061","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997582,"bill_number":"S2267","title":"Resolve relative to a feasibility report on solar rooftop energy on new buildings","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge that provisions be made to conduct a review of the policies and procedures related to rooftop solar energy systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2267","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997583,"bill_number":"S1100","title":"Relative to the collateral consequences of alimony","description":"For legislation relative to the federal tax collateral consequences of alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1100","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997584,"bill_number":"S35","title":"Fostering artificial intelligence responsibility","description":"For legislation to promote employee physical and mental health and wellbeing by limiting the use of electronic monitoring tools. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S35/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S35","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997585,"bill_number":"S1953","title":"Improving older adult tax relief to address the rising cost of home ownership","description":"For legislation to improve older adult tax relief to address the rising cost of home ownership. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1953","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997586,"bill_number":"S1724","title":"Establishing a correctional inspector general office","description":"For legislation to establish a correctional inspector general office. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1724","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997587,"bill_number":"S882","title":"To promote graduate medical education","description":"For legislation to require MassHealth to make Graduate Medical Education payments. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S882","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997588,"bill_number":"S2488","title":"Relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits","description":"For legislation relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2488","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997589,"bill_number":"S277","title":"Regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S277","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997590,"bill_number":"S762","title":"Relative to streamlining notice and disclosure","description":"Relative to disclosure of insurance allowed amounts for admissions, procedures or services by healthcare providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S762","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997591,"bill_number":"S1070","title":"Relative to petit treason","description":"For legislation relative to petit treason. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1070","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997592,"bill_number":"S420","title":"Relative to supporting student participation in 4-H programs","description":"For legislation relative to supporting student participation in 4-H programs. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S420","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997593,"bill_number":"S2483","title":"Relative to courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans","description":"For legislation relative to courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2483","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997594,"bill_number":"S1505","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ health disparities","description":"For legislation relative to LGBTQ health equity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1505","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997595,"bill_number":"S2226","title":"Establishing an emergency assistance shelter system oversight commission to continually evaluate all expenditures related to the system","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency assistance shelter system oversight commission to continually evaluate all expenditures related to the system. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2910","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2226","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997596,"bill_number":"S918","title":"Expanding access to higher education tuition and fee waivers for adopted foster children","description":"For legislation to expand access to higher education tuition and fee waivers for adopted foster children. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S918","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997597,"bill_number":"S2019","title":"Relative to the sustainability of the family childcare sector","description":"For legislation relative to certain child-care deductions for taxable purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2019","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997598,"bill_number":"S706","title":"Streamlining the prior authorization process","description":"For legislation to streamline the prior authorization process for covered health care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S706","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997599,"bill_number":"S394","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S394","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997600,"bill_number":"S289","title":"Ensuring internet security and privacy","description":"For legislation to ensure internet security and privacy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S289","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997601,"bill_number":"S914","title":"Relative to spouses as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to spouses as caregivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S914","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997602,"bill_number":"S406","title":"Relative to recovery high schools","description":"For legislation relative to recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2610","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S406","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997603,"bill_number":"S452","title":"Ensuring charter school integrity","description":"For legislation relative to ensure the integrity of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S452","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997604,"bill_number":"S1343","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights for legislative employees","description":"For legislation to provide collective bargaining rights for legislative employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1343","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997605,"bill_number":"S2079","title":"Establishing a commuter tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a commuter tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2079","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997606,"bill_number":"S1554","title":"To reduce lung cancer deaths","description":"For legislation to provide counseling about lung cancer screening to individuals accessing the Massachusetts Quitline. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1554","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997607,"bill_number":"S1553","title":"Relative to the determination of need of new technology","description":"For legislation relative to the determination of need of new technology. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1553","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997608,"bill_number":"S560","title":"To facilitate climate resiliency","description":"For legislation to facilitate climate resiliency. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3156","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S560","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997609,"bill_number":"S71","title":"Relative to the use of food security infrastructure grants","description":"For legislation relative to the use of food security infrastructure grants. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S71/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S71","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997610,"bill_number":"S2354","title":"Establishing a regional equity and roadway board","description":"For legislation to establish a regional equity and roadway board. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2354","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997611,"bill_number":"S2112","title":"Relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry","description":"For legislation relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3134","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2112","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997612,"bill_number":"S2125","title":"Relative to language access and inclusion","description":"For legislation relative to language access and inclusion. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2622","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2125","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997613,"bill_number":"S238","title":"Extending live and simulcast horse racing in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to extend live and simulcast horse racing from one location to another venue, allowing people at different sites to watch and bet on the same race simultaneously. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S238","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997614,"bill_number":"S2209","title":"Protecting against discrimination in lobbying","description":"For legislation to automatically disqualify any person or organization to have engaged in an unlawful practice from acting or registering as an executive or legislative agent for a period of 4 years from the date of final determination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2943","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2209","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997615,"bill_number":"S2080","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2080","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997616,"bill_number":"S845","title":"To protect 340B providers in the Medicaid program","description":"For legislation to not restrict or limit an eligible hospital’s access to the discounted purchase of prescription drugs in the Medicaid program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S845","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997617,"bill_number":"S1088","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1088","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997618,"bill_number":"S1019","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2828","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1019","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997619,"bill_number":"S1799","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1799","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997620,"bill_number":"S1195","title":"Relative to public charity executive and board of directors compensation","description":"For legislation relative to public charity executive and board of directors compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1195","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997621,"bill_number":"S249","title":"Relative to the cancellation of gym memberships","description":"For legislation relative to the cancellation of gym memberships. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S249","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997622,"bill_number":"S301","title":"Advancing the economic development of the commonwealth through comprehensive data privacy","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Information Privacy and Security Act. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S301","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997623,"bill_number":"S368","title":"To reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations","description":"For legislation to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2955","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S368","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997624,"bill_number":"S1307","title":"Protecting warehouse workers","description":"For legislation to protect warehouse workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1307","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997625,"bill_number":"S1441","title":"Simplifying inclusionary zoning","description":"For legislation relative to inclusionary zones in affordable housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1441","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997626,"bill_number":"S150","title":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S150","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997627,"bill_number":"S72","title":"Relative to fees for certain commercial fishing permits","description":"For legislation relative to fees for certain commercial fishing permits. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2807","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S72/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S72","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997628,"bill_number":"S1611","title":"Relative to natural organic reduction as an environmentally-friendly burial alternative","description":"For legislation to offer natural organic reduction as an environmentally-friendly burial alternative. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1611","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997629,"bill_number":"S736","title":"To establish a Massachusetts public bank","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts public bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2989","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S736","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997630,"bill_number":"S1110","title":"Clarifying the rights of fiduciaries to access digital assets","description":"For legislation relative to uniform fiduciary access to digital assets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1110","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997631,"bill_number":"S2242","title":"Relative to the purchase of zero-emission vehicles in green communities","description":"For legislation relative to the purchase of zero-emission vehicles in green communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2242","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997632,"bill_number":"S1236","title":"To protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1236","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997633,"bill_number":"S260","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2674","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S260","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997634,"bill_number":"S1551","title":"Establishing a naloxone purchase trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a naloxone purchase trust fund to support a universal purchase system for opioid antagonist distribution in the commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1551","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997635,"bill_number":"S912","title":"Ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality","description":"For legislation to ensure temporary nursing service agency quality. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S912","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997636,"bill_number":"S1159","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1159","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997637,"bill_number":"S395","title":"Promoting racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum","description":"For legislation to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S395","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997638,"bill_number":"S1892","title":"Resolve authorizing the study of cost of living increases for state police retirees","description":"Relative to cost of living increases for state police retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1892","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997639,"bill_number":"S2405","title":"To establish a monthly payment plan and protect motorists from excessive EZ-Pass fees and fines","description":"For legislation to establish monthly payment plan option for E-Z Drive MA tolls. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2405","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997640,"bill_number":"S2096","title":"Relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"For legislation to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2036","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2096","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997641,"bill_number":"S220","title":"Relative to the licensure of behavior analysts","description":"For legislation relative to the board of registration of behavior analysts and licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S220","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997642,"bill_number":"S2135","title":"Providing for the disposition of certain property in the town of Upton","description":"For legislation to provide for the disposition of certain property in the town of Upton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft (Fattman) substituted, see S2576","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2135","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997643,"bill_number":"S1769","title":"Prohibiting soliciting acts of terrorism","description":"For legislation to prohibit soliciting acts of terrorism. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1769","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997644,"bill_number":"S505","title":"Establishing same day voter registration","description":"For legislation to establish same day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S505","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997645,"bill_number":"S733","title":"Providing a delivery network company surcharge for small businesses and EJ communities","description":"For legislation to provide a delivery network company surcharge for small businesses and EJ communities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S733","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997646,"bill_number":"S299","title":"Relative to economic development and infrastructure in the Stadium Area of Route 1","description":"For legislation relative to economic development and infrastructure in the Stadium Area of Route1. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S299","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997647,"bill_number":"S1337","title":"Consolidating multiple definitions of employee to prevent misclassification","description":"For legislation to consolidate multiple definitions of employee. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1337","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997648,"bill_number":"S1491","title":"Relative to chaperones for medical exams","description":"For legislation relative to chaperones for medical exams. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3197","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1491","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997649,"bill_number":"S225","title":"To eliminate \"grab-and-go\" counters at large events","description":"For legislation to eliminate \"grab-and-go\" alcohol sales at large events. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2996","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S225","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997650,"bill_number":"S775","title":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","description":"For legislation to increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S775","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997651,"bill_number":"S1871","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1871","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997652,"bill_number":"S1016","title":"Relative to preventing algorithmic rent fixing in the rental housing market","description":"For legislation to establish the Preventing Algorithmic Rent Fixing in the Rental Housing Market Act. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2983","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1016","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997653,"bill_number":"S891","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S891","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997654,"bill_number":"S256","title":"Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact","description":"For legislation relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2672","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S256","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997655,"bill_number":"S1288","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1288","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997656,"bill_number":"S898","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S898","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997657,"bill_number":"S1119","title":"Relative to fair investment","description":"For legislation relative to sexual harassment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1119","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997658,"bill_number":"S1858","title":"Relative to defining employees in Group 2","description":"For legislation to define employees in Group 2. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1858","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997659,"bill_number":"S250","title":"Relative to consumer health data","description":"For legislation relative to consumer health data. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S250","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997660,"bill_number":"S1546","title":"To improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities","description":"For legislation to create a task force to identify, monitor, and remediate indoor air pollution and indoor mold contamination in schools, long term care facilities, correctional facilities, early childhood education facilities, public housing and privately-owned residential buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1546","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997661,"bill_number":"S1049","title":"Relative to forfeiture reform","description":"For legislation relative to forfeiture reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1049","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997662,"bill_number":"S613","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling","description":"Relative to mattress recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S613","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997663,"bill_number":"S1071","title":"Relative to unlawful practices in the servicing and foreclosure of a subordinate mortgage","description":"For legislation relative to unlawful practices in the servicing and foreclosure of a subordinate mortgage. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1071","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997664,"bill_number":"S1422","title":"Relative to Narcan availability in schools","description":"For legislation relative to Narcan availability in schools. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1422","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997665,"bill_number":"S482","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. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S887","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S482","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997666,"bill_number":"S358","title":"To improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education","description":"For legislation to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S358","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997667,"bill_number":"S2468","title":"Amending death and disability compensation for members of the armed forces and the organized militia of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to amend death and disability compensation for members of the armed forces and the organized militia of the Commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2468","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997668,"bill_number":"S281","title":"Relative to motor vehicle debt waivers","description":"For legislation to offer debt waivers to finance motor vehicle purchases. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S281","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997669,"bill_number":"S2438","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","description":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3008","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997670,"bill_number":"S1650","title":"Creating a municipal and public safety building authority","description":"For legislation to create a Municipal and Public Safety Building Authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1650","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997671,"bill_number":"S1803","title":"Relative to non-clerical workers of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of non-clerical workers of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1803","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997672,"bill_number":"S1961","title":"Establishing a local option for freezing property tax appraisals","description":"For legislation to establish a local option for freezing property tax appraisals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1961","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997673,"bill_number":"S1653","title":"Relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice","description":"For legislation relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1653","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997674,"bill_number":"S1040","title":"Relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes","description":"For legislation relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1040","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997675,"bill_number":"S242","title":"To expand access to lactation care and services","description":"For legislation to expand access to lactation care and services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S242","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997676,"bill_number":"S730","title":"To increase the Medicaid life insurance exemption","description":"For legislation to increase the Medicaid life insurance exemption. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S730","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997677,"bill_number":"S886","title":"Relative to family members serving as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to family members serving as caregivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S886","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997678,"bill_number":"S1855","title":"Relative to retirement board membership","description":"For legislation relative to retirement board membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1855","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997679,"bill_number":"S582","title":"Relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2570","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S582","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997680,"bill_number":"S954","title":"Relative to opioid overdose prevention in college housing","description":"For legislation relative to opioid overdose prevention in college housing. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/11/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Higher Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S954","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997681,"bill_number":"S261","title":"Regulating alternative healing therapies","description":"For legislation to regulate bodyworks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2667","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S261","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997682,"bill_number":"S85","title":"Enabling private donations to the cannabis social equity trust fund","description":"For legislation to enable private donations to the cannabis social equity trust fund. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2985","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S85/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S85","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997683,"bill_number":"S1794","title":"Requiring administrators of certain retirement plans to disclose conflicts of interest","description":"For legislation to require administrators of certain retirement plans to disclose conflicts of interest. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1794","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997684,"bill_number":"S2269","title":"Facilitating distributed energy resources in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to implement the Smart Residential Solar Permitting Platform to issue permits instantly and issue permit revisions instantly for residential solar photovoltaic systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2780","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2269","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997685,"bill_number":"S74","title":"Relative to reimbursement of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund","description":"For legislation relative to reimbursement of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund for free licenses. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S74/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S74","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997686,"bill_number":"S1727","title":"To establish privileged contact with members of the general court","description":"For legislation to protect the confidentiality of communications with members of the general court and inmates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1727","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997687,"bill_number":"S2189","title":"Designating veterans suicide awareness and remembrance day","description":"For legislation to designate September 22nd as veterans suicide awareness and remembrance day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3388","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2189","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997688,"bill_number":"S153","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"For legislation relative to cueing and supervision in the personal care attendant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S153","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997689,"bill_number":"S1184","title":"Relative to summary process","description":"For legislation relative to summary process and rental assistance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1184","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997690,"bill_number":"S475","title":"Promoting housing stability for older adults across the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote housing stability for older adults across the commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S475","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997691,"bill_number":"S1512","title":"To promote economic opportunity by licensing home kitchens","description":"Relative to the licensing of home kitchens. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1512","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997692,"bill_number":"S751","title":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the division of banks","description":"For legislation to establish mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the division of banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S751","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997693,"bill_number":"S168","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S168","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997694,"bill_number":"S790","title":"Eliminating geographic auto insurance discrimination","description":"For legislation to eliminate geographic auto insurance discrimination. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3046","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S790","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997695,"bill_number":"S2181","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2181","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997696,"bill_number":"S1333","title":"Requiring an annual report on the labor market needs of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require an annual report on the labor market needs of the commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1333","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997697,"bill_number":"S1362","title":"To prohibit mandatory overtime","description":"For legislation to prohibit mandatory overtime. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1362","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997698,"bill_number":"S1032","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"For legislation relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1032","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997699,"bill_number":"S166","title":"To close the achievement gap by addressing disparities in children's vision","description":"For legislation to improve child eye care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S166","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997700,"bill_number":"S224","title":"Eliminating forced broker's fees","description":"For legislation to eliminate forced real estate broker's fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2707","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S224","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997701,"bill_number":"S319","title":"Relative to access for after school and out-of-school time programs","description":"For legislation to access after school and out-of-school time programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S319","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997702,"bill_number":"S431","title":"Developing a Portrait of a Graduate","description":"For legislation to develop a statewide program which identifies seven competencies that schools will support students to develop upon graduation from high school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S431","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997703,"bill_number":"S2217","title":"Improving the usage of state property","description":"For legislation to transfer a parcel of state property in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2217","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997704,"bill_number":"S2099","title":"To provide sunlight to state government","description":"For legislation to provide sunlight to state government. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2099","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997705,"bill_number":"S1815","title":"Relative to GIC healthcare coverage for group 4 members pending disability retirement","description":"For legislation relative to GIC healthcare coverage for group 4 members pending disability retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1815","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997706,"bill_number":"S1013","title":"Relative to access to air conditioning and relief from oppressive heat","description":"For legislation relative to access to air conditioning and relief from oppressive heat. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1013","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997707,"bill_number":"S2199","title":"Relative to public construction certification","description":"For legislation relative to public construction certification. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2199","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997708,"bill_number":"S365","title":"Relative to video cameras required in certain special education classrooms","description":"For legislation relative the placement of video and audio equipped cameras in self-contained and sub-separate classrooms and audio recording devices in the restrooms of self-contained classrooms. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S365","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997709,"bill_number":"S123","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the integrity of public assistance programs","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the integrity of the Electronic Benefit Transfer system. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S123","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997710,"bill_number":"S545","title":"Relative to Admiral David G. Farragut Park","description":"For legislation relative to Admiral David G. Farragut Park. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Consolidated with H899","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S545","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997711,"bill_number":"S2200","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2200","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997712,"bill_number":"S233","title":"Expanding hoisting examination opportunities for Spanish language speakers","description":"For legislation to expand hoisting examination opportunities for spanish language speakers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S233","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997713,"bill_number":"S41","title":"To modernize funding for community media programming","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive statewide policy concerning streaming entertainment services and the recovery of municipal costs for digital infrastructure. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2556","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S41/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S41","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997714,"bill_number":"S251","title":"Relative to health equity and community health workers","description":"For legislation relative to health equity and community health workers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S251","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997715,"bill_number":"S614","title":"To promote the future success of mattress recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote the future success of mattress recycling in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S614","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997716,"bill_number":"S1629","title":"Relative to the theft of graves","description":"For legislation relative to the larceny that violates graves, cemeteries and burial grounds.. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1629","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997717,"bill_number":"S2054","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2054","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997718,"bill_number":"S2093","title":"Relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions","description":"For legislation relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2093","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997719,"bill_number":"S376","title":"Addressing school exclusion policies to remedy disparities in students' educational achievement","description":"For legislation to promote the education success of court involved children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2955","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S376","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997720,"bill_number":"S893","title":"To ensure timely health care cost reporting and protecting not-for-profit patient care","description":"For legislation to ensure timely health care cost reporting. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S893","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997721,"bill_number":"S1141","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1141","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997722,"bill_number":"S1358","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"For legislation relative to apprenticeship programs in trades. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1358","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997723,"bill_number":"S1540","title":"Protecting personal identifying information on records of death","description":"For legislation to make it unlawful to disclose identifying information contained in death records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1540","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997724,"bill_number":"S2155","title":"Establishing a commission on the status of transgender people","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission on the status of transgender people to conduct an ongoing study of all matters concerning transgender people. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2725","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2155","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997725,"bill_number":"S1165","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1165","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997726,"bill_number":"S617","title":"Relative to the pesticide board","description":"For legislation relative to the pesticide board. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S617","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997727,"bill_number":"S955","title":"Relative to local public housing authorities","description":"For legislation relative to the use of community preservation funding by local public housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S955","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997728,"bill_number":"S1095","title":"Relative to the expungement of non-convictions","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of non-convictions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1095","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997729,"bill_number":"S1028","title":"Improving juror compensation","description":"For legislation to improve juror compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1028","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997730,"bill_number":"S618","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops","description":"For legislation to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2720","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S618","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997731,"bill_number":"S1190","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2720","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1190","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997732,"bill_number":"S2144","title":"Making October 25th Dwarfism Awareness Day in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make October 25th Dwarfism Awareness Day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2144","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997733,"bill_number":"S1870","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1870","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997734,"bill_number":"S1287","title":"Relative to bereavement leave","description":"For legislation to ensure bereavement leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1287","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997735,"bill_number":"S1889","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System benefit calculation","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System benefit calculation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1889","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997736,"bill_number":"S182","title":"For community housing packages","description":"For legislation for community housing packages. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2699","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S182","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997737,"bill_number":"S1905","title":"Clarifying military buyback options","description":"For legislation to clarify military buyback options. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1905","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997738,"bill_number":"S528","title":"Enhancing jurisdiction of the state ballot law commission","description":"For legislation to enhance jurisdiction of the state ballot law commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S528","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997739,"bill_number":"S525","title":"To limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations","description":"For legislation to limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S525","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997740,"bill_number":"S789","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for doula services","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage for doula services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S789","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997741,"bill_number":"S552","title":"Authorizing the city of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders","description":"For legislation to authorize the City of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S552","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997742,"bill_number":"S2238","title":"Protecting consumers from unreasonable utility rate increases","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from unreasonable utility rate increases. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2238","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997743,"bill_number":"S509","title":"Relative to the preparation of bilingual ballots in English and Haitian Creole in the city known as the town of Randolph","description":"For legislation relative to the preparation of bilingual ballots in English and Haitian Creole for state elections in the city known as the town of Randolph. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S509","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997744,"bill_number":"S1705","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1705","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997745,"bill_number":"S1466","title":"Restoring local zoning control","description":"For legislation to restore local zoning control relative to multi-family zoning as-of-right in MBTA communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1466","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997746,"bill_number":"S1249","title":"Prohibiting body size discrimination","description":"For legislation to prohibit body size discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1249","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997747,"bill_number":"S2445","title":"Relative to motorcycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle awareness instruction. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2445","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997748,"bill_number":"S653","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S653","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997749,"bill_number":"S946","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2589","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S946","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997750,"bill_number":"S1234","title":"Prohibiting the harassment of animals","description":"For legislation to prohibit the harassment of animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1234","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997751,"bill_number":"S2208","title":"Establishing Election Day as a holiday and providing paid voting leave","description":"For legislation to establish Election Day as a holiday and providing paid voting leave. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2208","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997752,"bill_number":"S436","title":"Relative to affirming and maintaining equal access to public education for all children","description":"For legislation to affirm and maintain equal access to public education for English learners. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2557","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S436","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997753,"bill_number":"S1263","title":"Promoting pet safety aka Crawford's Law","description":"For legislation to promote pet safety aka Crawford's Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1263","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997754,"bill_number":"S1633","title":"Relative to staffing at home health and hospice agencies","description":"For legislation to regulate staff at home health and hospice agencies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1633","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997755,"bill_number":"S2003","title":"To promote jobs and economic growth in tourism, visitation and hospitality","description":"For legislation to promote jobs and economic growth in tourism, visitation and hospitality. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2003","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997756,"bill_number":"S2281","title":"Bringing Mass Save in line with climate mandates","description":"For legislation to bring MassSave in line with climate mandates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2281","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997757,"bill_number":"S1822","title":"Providing retirement security to care workers","description":"For legislation to provide retirement security to care workers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1822","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997758,"bill_number":"S391","title":"Implementing elementary and secondary interdisciplinary climate literacy education","description":"For legislation to implement elementary and secondary interdisciplinary climate literacy education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S391","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997759,"bill_number":"S937","title":"Investing in public higher education","description":"For legislation to invest in public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2880","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S937","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997760,"bill_number":"S2133","title":"Protecting the privacy of library user data","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of library user data. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2133","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997761,"bill_number":"S1631","title":"Relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness","description":"For legislation relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1631","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997762,"bill_number":"S2360","title":"Relative to the certification of inspection for new motor vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the certification of inspection for new motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2360","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997763,"bill_number":"S1903","title":"Relative to disability retirees and restoration to service","description":"For legislation relative to disability retirees and restoration to service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1903","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997764,"bill_number":"S1641","title":"Creating the Public Safety Building Authority","description":"For legislation to create the public safety building authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1641","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997765,"bill_number":"S2362","title":"To build future-forward parking structures to promote EV equity and walkable downtowns","description":"For legislation to build future-forward parking structures to promote EV equity and walkable downtowns. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2362","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997766,"bill_number":"S1931","title":"Increasing the valuation limit for the senior circuit breaker","description":"For legislation to increase the valuation limit for the senior circuit breaker. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1931","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997767,"bill_number":"S1149","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"For legislation relative to prejudgment interest rates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1149","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997768,"bill_number":"S1514","title":"Relative to provider choice","description":"For legislation relative to provider choice and vaccines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1514","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997769,"bill_number":"S1646","title":"Relative to violation of regulation regarding hot work processes","description":"For legislation to develop a database to collect data on written notices of code violations and fines relative to hot work processes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1646","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997770,"bill_number":"S29","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2516","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S29/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S29","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997771,"bill_number":"S324","title":"Promoting racially integrated schools","description":"For legislation to promote racially integrated schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S324","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997772,"bill_number":"S962","title":"To promote Yes in My Back Yard","description":"For legislation to promote Yes in My Back Yard. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2836","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S962","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997773,"bill_number":"S508","title":"Enabling children’s right to vote","description":"For legislation to enable children’s right to vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S508","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997774,"bill_number":"S633","title":"To establish a free snowmobile weekend","description":"For legislation to establish a free snowmobile weekend. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S633","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997775,"bill_number":"S584","title":"Modernizing the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston","description":"For legislation to modernize the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S584","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997776,"bill_number":"S1419","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"For legislation relative to protective custody. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1419","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997777,"bill_number":"S434","title":"Relative to the enforcement of anti-bullying policies in our schools","description":"For legislation to establish an anti-bullying officer pilot program to assist schools experiencing significant bullying incidents. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S434","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997778,"bill_number":"S1762","title":"Relative to the security of exercise equipment and free weights in correctional institutions","description":"Relative to the security of exercise equipment and free weights in correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1762","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997779,"bill_number":"S308","title":"Protecting the Commonwealth’s gaming industry","description":"For legislation to protect the Commonwealth’s gaming industry. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3023","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S308","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997780,"bill_number":"S2428","title":"Relative to handicap parking access for individuals with autism","description":"For legislation relative to handicap parking placards for individuals with autism. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2428","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997781,"bill_number":"S151","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S151","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997782,"bill_number":"S1844","title":"Relative to retirement boards","description":"For legislation relative to Group 1, Group 2 or Group 4 employees with creditable service to serve on retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1844","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997783,"bill_number":"S1215","title":"Providing a defense to prosecution for violations of the wiretap law for interceptions made to make a record of threats, harassment or other crimes","description":"For legislation to provide a defense to prosecution for violations of the wiretap law for interceptions made to make a record of threats, harassment or other crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1215","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997784,"bill_number":"S1336","title":"Relative to banning noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ban noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1336","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997785,"bill_number":"S1806","title":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Newton","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Newton. Public Service. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1806","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997786,"bill_number":"S416","title":"Providing opportunity for youth with substance use disorder","description":"For legislation to prove opportunity for youth with substance abuse needs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S416","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997787,"bill_number":"S1450","title":"Relative to the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft (Keenan) substituted, see S2625","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1450","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997788,"bill_number":"S2477","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2477","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997789,"bill_number":"S609","title":"Prohibiting hotels from providing plastic-packaged toiletries","description":"For legislation to prohibit hotels from providing plastic-packaged personal care products. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S609","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997790,"bill_number":"S1673","title":"Relative to live fire training requirements","description":"For legislation relative to live firearm training requirements. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1673","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997791,"bill_number":"S1644","title":"Relative to the POST Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the membership of the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1644","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997792,"bill_number":"S1056","title":"To amend the definition of hate crime","description":"For legislation to amend the definition of hate crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1056","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997793,"bill_number":"S1171","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1171","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997794,"bill_number":"S106","title":"Transferring foster care review responsibilities to the Office of the Child Advocate","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts foster care review office. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S106","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997795,"bill_number":"S1000","title":"Relative to creating a statutory housing restriction and providing remedies related to statutory housing","description":"For legislation to create a statutory housing restriction and providing remedies related to statutory housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1000","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997796,"bill_number":"S2455","title":"To honor our Veterans who serve as emergency responders","description":"For legislation to honor our veterans who serve as emergency responders. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2455","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997797,"bill_number":"S2040","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2040","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997798,"bill_number":"S1850","title":"Clarifying constitutional officer employers for collective bargaining purposes","description":"For legislation to designate constitutional officers as employers of the employees under their jurisdiction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1850","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997799,"bill_number":"S549","title":"Investing in natural and working lands","description":"For legislation to invest in natural and working lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S549","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997800,"bill_number":"S483","title":"Providing for certification of skilled nursing facility medical directors","description":"For legislation to provide for certification of skilled nursing facility medical directors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S483","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997801,"bill_number":"S471","title":"Supporting seniors’ financial stability","description":"By Ms. Jehlen, a petition of Patricia D. Jehlen that the Office of the State Treasurer be authorized to establish a curriculum to support seniors’ financial literacy. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S471","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997802,"bill_number":"S643","title":"Defining recyclable beverage containers","description":"For legislation to define recyclable beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S643","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997803,"bill_number":"S848","title":"Relating to covered entity reporting to increase accountability to safeguard benefit for vulnerable patients","description":"For legislation to require all covered entities to file an annual report to the Center for Health Information and Analysis to increase accountability to safeguard benefit for vulnerable patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S848","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997804,"bill_number":"S215","title":"Relative to physical therapy","description":"For legislation updating the definition of physical therapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S215","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997805,"bill_number":"S240","title":"Establishing a standardized problem gambling disclaimer and helpline","description":"For legislation to establish a standardized problem gambling disclaimer and helpline. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S240","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997806,"bill_number":"S2304","title":"Strengthening offshore wind regulations","description":"For legislation to strengthen offshore wind regulations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2304","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997807,"bill_number":"S1064","title":"To eliminate disparate impact","description":"For legislation to restore enforcement of civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2991","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1064","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997808,"bill_number":"S467","title":"Ensuring senior care organization quality and accountability","description":"For legislation to ensure senior care organization quality and accountability. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S467","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997809,"bill_number":"S766","title":"To allow municipalities to deposit into credit unions","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to deposit into credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3113","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S766","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997810,"bill_number":"S1397","title":"Establishing alternative models for behavioral health transport","description":"For legislation to establish five regional pilot programs to examine alternative models for transport of behavioral health patients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1397","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997811,"bill_number":"S356","title":"Ensuring student representation, Aidan's Law","description":"For legislation to ensure ensuring student representation, Aidan's Law. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S356","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997812,"bill_number":"S734","title":"Ensuring access to specialty medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S734","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997813,"bill_number":"S1311","title":"Uplifting families and securing the right to strike for certain public employees","description":"For legislation relative to uplift families and secure the right to strike for certain public employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1311","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997814,"bill_number":"S1968","title":"Relative to the small businesses operated on leased commonwealth property","description":"For legislation relative to the small businesses operated on leased commonwealth property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1968","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997815,"bill_number":"S2014","title":"Relative to creating the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund","description":"For legislation to establish voluntary contribution check-off boxes on state tax returns to provide financial assistance to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2014","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997816,"bill_number":"S2117","title":"Providing that no state funds will be allocated to any agency, school, university, etc. that does research on animals","description":"For legislation to prohibit state funds to be allocated to any agency, school, university, etc. that does research on animals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2117","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997817,"bill_number":"S1668","title":"Updating emergency management","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts emergency management agency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1668","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1997818,"bill_number":"S1691","title":"Clarifying civil rights restrictions","description":"For legislation to clarify civil rights restrictions relative to firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1691","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997819,"bill_number":"S1034","title":"Relative to archaic laws","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to review and update archaic laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1034","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997820,"bill_number":"S1296","title":"Protecting the right to time off for voting","description":"For legislation to protect the right to time off for voting. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1296","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997821,"bill_number":"S2225","title":"Creating an Inspector General oversight of the Emergency Assistance Shelter system","description":"For legislation to create an Inspector General oversight of the Emergency Assistance Shelter system. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2910","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2225","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997822,"bill_number":"S1004","title":"To create affordable homes for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to create affordable homes for persons with disabilities. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1004","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997823,"bill_number":"S1299","title":"Strengthening nondiscrimination policies","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1299","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997824,"bill_number":"S742","title":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury","description":"For legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S742","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997825,"bill_number":"S1679","title":"Relative to protecting personal data in ammunition transactions","description":"For legislation to protect personal data in ammunition transactions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1679","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997826,"bill_number":"S1065","title":"Prohibiting deception in juvenile interrogations","description":"For legislation to ensure integrity in juvenile interrogations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1065","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997827,"bill_number":"S2279","title":"Supporting climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind","description":"For legislation to support climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2279","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997828,"bill_number":"S526","title":"Relative to youth voter engagement","description":"For legislation relative to youth voter engagement in preliminary or primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S526","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997829,"bill_number":"S1951","title":"Relative to embarkation fees","description":"For legislation relative to embarkation fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1951","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997830,"bill_number":"S894","title":"Relative to coverage for chronic illness","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for chronic illness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S894","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997831,"bill_number":"S1873","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1873","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997832,"bill_number":"S298","title":"To allow peer-to-peer cardrooms","description":"For legislation to provide additional entertainment choices for the residents and visitors of the commonwealth, promote tourism, and provide additional revenues through the authorization of the playing of certain games at facilities known as cardrooms which are to be located at licensed pari-mutuel facilities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S298","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997833,"bill_number":"S1531","title":"Prohibiting harmful food dyes in competitive school foods","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of harmful food dyes in competitive school foods. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1531","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997834,"bill_number":"S1217","title":"Designating right of disposition","description":"For legislation to designate the right of disposition of human remains. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1217","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997835,"bill_number":"S1480","title":"Relative to physician workforce data collection","description":"For legislation to allow the Board of Registration in Medicine to collect data and information concerning the cultural, ethical, linguistic, and education composition of the physician workplace. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1480","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997836,"bill_number":"S2107","title":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to the employment of persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2107","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997837,"bill_number":"S2299","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2299","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997838,"bill_number":"S718","title":"Eliminating cost sharing for certain behavioral health services","description":"For legislation to eliminate cost sharing for substance use disorder treatment services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S718","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997839,"bill_number":"S146","title":"Relative to a maltreatment coding system","description":"For legislation to create a maltreatment coding system during a child abuse investigation. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S146","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997840,"bill_number":"S1308","title":"Securing the application of Massachusetts law to employees of employers incorporated or operating in Massachusetts who provide their labor and services remotely","description":"For legislation relative to the wage law and remote workforce. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1308","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997841,"bill_number":"S814","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage notification","description":"For legislation to give patients a 60 day notice of any increase to out of pocket health insurance costs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S814","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997842,"bill_number":"S1153","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1153","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997843,"bill_number":"S971","title":"Reforming the housing development incentive program","description":"For legislation relative to reforming the housing development incentive program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S971","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997844,"bill_number":"S858","title":"Resolve relative to pharmacy deserts","description":"By Ms. Edwards, a petition of Lydia Edwards that provisions to assess the supply, distribution and capacity of pharmacy and pharmacological services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S858","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997845,"bill_number":"S1891","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1891","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997846,"bill_number":"S2243","title":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase 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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3145","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2243","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997847,"bill_number":"S1414","title":"Increasing access to ABA services by recognizing assistant level providers","description":"For legislation to increase access to Applied Behavior Analysis services by recognizing assistant level providers. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1414","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997848,"bill_number":"S230","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S230","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997849,"bill_number":"S58","title":"To promote conservation through oyster shell recycling","description":"For legislation to promote conservation through oyster shell recycling. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday January 23, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S58/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S58","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997850,"bill_number":"S1790","title":"Relative to creditable service for elected officials","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for elected officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1790","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997851,"bill_number":"S1948","title":"Relative to veteran property tax work-off","description":"For legislation relative to veteran property tax work-off. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1948","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997852,"bill_number":"S755","title":"Providing for prompt health insurance benefits for municipal employees","description":"For legislation related to health insurance benefits for municipal employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S755","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997853,"bill_number":"S1264","title":"Relative to treble damages","description":"For legislation relative to treble damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1264","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997854,"bill_number":"S419","title":"Creating a school resource officer grant program and fund","description":"For legislation to create a school resource officer grant program and fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S419","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997855,"bill_number":"S462","title":"Establishing media literacy education in schools to ensure all children are learning to analyze, evaluate and responsibly use the media","description":"For legislation to establish media literacy education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S462","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997856,"bill_number":"S585","title":"Protecting drinking water quality in private wells.","description":"For legislation to promote drinking water quality for all. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S585","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997857,"bill_number":"S1316","title":"Creating an employer’s duty of care to safeguard its employees from workplace bullying","description":"For legislation to address workplace bullying, mobbing, and harassment, without regard to protected class status while promoting healthy workplaces. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1316","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997858,"bill_number":"S2257","title":"To enhance municipal choice and provide affordable electricity options","description":"Relative to the establishment of municipal lighting authorities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2257","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997859,"bill_number":"S1957","title":"Supporting families through enhanced tax credits","description":"For legislation to support families through enhanced tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1957","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997860,"bill_number":"S2446","title":"Promoting motor vehicle safety","description":"For legislation to promote motor vehicle safety and habitual offenders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2446","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997861,"bill_number":"S493","title":"To strengthen the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund","description":"For legislation to strengthen the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S493","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997862,"bill_number":"S2104","title":"To strengthen the taxpayer protection act","description":"For legislation to strengthen the taxpayer protection act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2104","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997863,"bill_number":"S1710","title":"Relative to the requirement of explosive gas sensor devices","description":"For legislation relative to the requirement of explosive gas sensor devices in buildings owned or operated by the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1710","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997864,"bill_number":"S1490","title":"Relative to modernizing the regulation of clinical laboratories","description":"For legislation to modernize the regulation of clinical laboratories. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1490","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997865,"bill_number":"S1426","title":"Relative to damages from defective public ways","description":"For legislation relative to recovery damages related to bodily injury or property damages from defective public ways. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1426","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997866,"bill_number":"S488","title":"Requiring the certification of medical directors in skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to require the certification of medical directors in skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S488","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1997867,"bill_number":"S1987","title":"Establishing a child care tax credit in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a child care tax credit in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1987","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997868,"bill_number":"S1126","title":"Relative to combating hate in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to combat hate in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1126","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997869,"bill_number":"S934","title":"Establishing the public higher education faculty advancement pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish the public higher education faculty advancement pilot program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2880","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S934","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997870,"bill_number":"S1601","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1601","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997871,"bill_number":"S101","title":"To require closed captioning in telecommunications in public areas","description":"For legislation to require closed captioning in telecommunications in public areas. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S101","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997872,"bill_number":"S991","title":"Creating an interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board","description":"For legislation to create a interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board to end and prevent homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2831","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S991","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997873,"bill_number":"S737","title":"To promote economic mobility through matched savings","description":"For legislation to promote economic mobility through matched savings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S737","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997874,"bill_number":"S731","title":"Regulating certain mortgages","description":"For legislation to regulate shared appreciation mortgage loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S731","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997875,"bill_number":"S968","title":"Promoting access to counsel and housing stability in Massachusetts","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S968","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997876,"bill_number":"S1192","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1192","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997877,"bill_number":"S271","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S271","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997878,"bill_number":"S194","title":"Relative to transparency in credit card fees","description":"For legislation to limit credit card surcharges on credit card transactions in the commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2819","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S194","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997879,"bill_number":"S1560","title":"Establishing the human service transportation (HST) consumer advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish the human service transportation (HST) consumer advisory board. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1560","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997880,"bill_number":"S328","title":"Relative to full funding of regional school district transportation","description":"For legislation relative to full funding of regional school district transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S328","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997881,"bill_number":"S1093","title":"Relative to health care proxy reform","description":"For legislation relative to health care proxy reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1093","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997882,"bill_number":"S313","title":"Strengthening transitional planning and increasing accountability for persons with disabilities and their families","description":"For legislation to strengthen transitional planning for persons with disabilities after high school graduation or the age of twenty-two. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S313","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997883,"bill_number":"S1462","title":"To improve parking and pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation to improve parking and pedestrian safety by installing parking bollards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1462","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997884,"bill_number":"S1418","title":"Relative to fetal opioid drug exposure","description":"For legislation relative to fetal opioid drug exposure. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1418","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997885,"bill_number":"S1557","title":"Relative to vaccines and preventing future disease outbreaks","description":"For legislation relative to vaccines and preventing future disease outbreaks. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1557","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997886,"bill_number":"S57","title":"Establishing the official marine invertebrate of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the official marine invertebrate of the Commonwealth. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S57/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S57","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997887,"bill_number":"S2057","title":"Relative to taxes and fee transparency","description":"For legislation relative to taxes and fee transparency. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2057","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997888,"bill_number":"S1807","title":"Relative to certain employees of the MBTA advisory board","description":"For legislation relative to certain employees of the MBTA advisory board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1807","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997889,"bill_number":"S992","title":"To expand housing options through homesharing","description":"For legislation to expand housing options through homesharing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2834","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S992","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1997890,"bill_number":"S521","title":"Resolve support ratification of Federal Child Labor Constitutional Amendment","description":"For legislation to support ratification of Federal Child Labor Constitutional Amendment. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2650","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S521","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997891,"bill_number":"S797","title":"Reforming auto body labor rates","description":"For legislation to reform auto body labor rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S797","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997892,"bill_number":"S1292","title":"Relative to state employment postings","description":"For legislation relative to state employment postings. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1292","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997893,"bill_number":"S2037","title":"To require public disclosures by publicly-traded corporate taxpayers","description":"For legislation to require public disclosures by publicly-traded corporate taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2037","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997894,"bill_number":"S1835","title":"Relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1835","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997895,"bill_number":"S1118","title":"Relative to sexual harassment","description":"For legislation to make it unlawful for a professional investor doing business in the commonwealth to make sexual harassment advances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1118","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1997896,"bill_number":"S1923","title":"To repeal the sales tax exemption for aircraft","description":"For legislation to repeal certain tax exemptions for aircraft. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1923","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997897,"bill_number":"S1725","title":"Creating an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1725","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997898,"bill_number":"S1576","title":"Relative to culturally competent and effective health care","description":"For legislation relative to culturally competent and effective health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2588","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1576","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997899,"bill_number":"S856","title":"Ensuring access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals","description":"For legislation to ensure access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S856","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1997900,"bill_number":"S2219","title":"To enhance cooperative purchasing opportunities for cities and towns","description":"For legislation to enhance cooperative purchasing opportunities for cities and towns. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2219","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997901,"bill_number":"S2223","title":"Establishing the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security","description":"For legislation to establish an executive office of food resources and security. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2223","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997902,"bill_number":"S418","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S418","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997903,"bill_number":"S54","title":"Regulating the sale of hemp products to protect public health","description":"For legislation to regulate the sale of hemp products and establish the Hemp Product Education Fund. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2800","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S54/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S54","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997904,"bill_number":"S2109","title":"To close travel loophole in the state conflict of interest law, and to provide for greater transparency and accountability regarding travel gifts","description":"For legislation to close a travel loophole in the state conflict of interest law, and to provide for greater transparency and accountability regarding travel gifts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2109","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997905,"bill_number":"S2303","title":"Advancing clean energy equity","description":"For legislation to ensure that the benefits of transitioning to clean energy sources are distributed fairly across all communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2303","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1997906,"bill_number":"S829","title":"Relative to small group eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to small group eligibility. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S829","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997907,"bill_number":"S748","title":"To relative to an underinsurance issue","description":"Relative to an motor vehicle underinsurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S748","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997908,"bill_number":"S2170","title":"Updating the flag of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to update the flag of the commonwealth and the naval and maritime flag. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2170","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997909,"bill_number":"S1529","title":"Authorizing Valley Chapel in the town of Uxbridge to construct and operate a columbarium for the disposition of ashes of certain community members","description":"For legislation to authorize Valley Chapel in the town of Uxbridge to construct and operate a columbarium for the disposition of ashes of certain community members. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1529","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997910,"bill_number":"S1537","title":"Safeguarding victims of illicit drink spiking","description":"For legislation to establish testing protocol and care for victims of date rape drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1537","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997911,"bill_number":"S1304","title":"Promoting infant friendly workplaces","description":"For legislation to promote infant friendly workplaces by allowing guardians to bring infants aged six weeks to six months to the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1304","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1997912,"bill_number":"S1918","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1918","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1997913,"bill_number":"S2338","title":"Honoring Mary McGrory","description":"For legislation to name the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library as the McGrory- Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2748","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2338","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997914,"bill_number":"S1908","title":"Increasing the cap on outside income for public pension recipients","description":"For legislation to increase the cap on outside income for public pension recipients. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1908","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997915,"bill_number":"S1189","title":"To address leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death aka Katie Brienzo's Law","description":"For legislation to address leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death aka Katie Brienzo's Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1189","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997916,"bill_number":"S1324","title":"Relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers","description":"For legislation relative to update overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2838","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1324","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997917,"bill_number":"S1164","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1164","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997918,"bill_number":"S1617","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1617","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997919,"bill_number":"S1424","title":"Relative to civil service adoption","description":"For legislation relative to civil service adoption. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2717","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1424","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997920,"bill_number":"S2068","title":"Addressing hostile learning environments at higher education institutions","description":"For legislation relative to hostile learning environments at higher education institutes and tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2068","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997921,"bill_number":"S1524","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1524","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997922,"bill_number":"S1670","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1670","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997923,"bill_number":"S2087","title":"Relative to the short term capital gains rate to make Massachusetts more competitive","description":"For legislation relative to the short term capital gains rate to make Massachusetts more competitive. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2087","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997924,"bill_number":"S831","title":"To ensure access to prescription medication and community pharmacies","description":"For legislation to ensure access to prescription medication and community pharmacies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S831","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997925,"bill_number":"S2321","title":"Relative to renewable energy production technologies","description":"For legislation relative to renewable energy production technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2321","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997926,"bill_number":"S2220","title":"To promote public payroll transparency","description":"For legislation to promote public payroll transparency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2220","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997927,"bill_number":"S1389","title":"Modernizing the 6 fundamental rights","description":"For legislation to modernize the 6 fundamental rights. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1389","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997928,"bill_number":"S2047","title":"To reform the healthcare cost benchmark","description":"For legislation to reform the healthcare cost benchmark. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2047","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997929,"bill_number":"S410","title":"Promoting scientific literacy in schools","description":"For legislation to promote climate science and climate solutions in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S391","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S410","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997930,"bill_number":"S485","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S485","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997931,"bill_number":"S1154","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1154","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997932,"bill_number":"S1484","title":"To reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer","description":"For legislation to reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1484","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997933,"bill_number":"S1652","title":"To fund programs to reduce violence and firearm related injuries","description":"For legislation to establish the Violence Reduction and Firearm Injury Prevention Trust Fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1652","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997934,"bill_number":"S2297","title":"Relative to fair and stable utility pricing","description":"For legislation relative to fair and stable utility pricing. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2297","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1997935,"bill_number":"S1478","title":"To reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions","description":"For legislation to reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions by enhancing the availability of epi-pens. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1478","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997936,"bill_number":"S2255","title":"Relative to electric ratepayer protections","description":"For legislation relative to electric ratepayer protections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2255","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997937,"bill_number":"S2459","title":"Recognizing and providing assistance for military service-related injuries from agent orange and burn pits","description":"For legislation to recognize and provide assistance for military service-related injuries from agent orange and burn pits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2459","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997938,"bill_number":"S1444","title":"Providing state grants for municipal sustainability directors","description":"For legislation to provide state grants for municipal sustainability directors. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1444","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997939,"bill_number":"S1519","title":"Relative to medical records requests","description":"For legislation relative to medical records requests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1621","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1519","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1997940,"bill_number":"S897","title":"Relative to hospital price transparency","description":"For legislation relative to hospital price transparency. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S897","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997941,"bill_number":"S1083","title":"Relative to rape by an officer","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of “control” to include supervising a person under the age of 18 who is in a law enforcement training program and rape by an officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1083","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997942,"bill_number":"S804","title":"Providing for regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators","description":"For legislation to provide regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3049","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S804","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997943,"bill_number":"S901","title":"To advance health equity","description":"For legislation to advance health equity. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S901","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997944,"bill_number":"S887","title":"Increasing the personal needs allowance for long term care residents","description":"For legislation to increase the monthly amount of money that Medicaid recipients living in nursing homes are allowed to keep from their income to spend on personal items like toiletries, clothing, and small entertainment. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S887","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997945,"bill_number":"S1687","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1687","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997946,"bill_number":"S587","title":"To protect pollinators and public health","description":"For legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Environment and Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S587","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1997947,"bill_number":"S1842","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1842","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997948,"bill_number":"S1792","title":"Relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1792","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997949,"bill_number":"S2011","title":"Relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers","description":"For legislation relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2011","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1997950,"bill_number":"S1150","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"For legislation to provide protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1150","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997951,"bill_number":"S1752","title":"Relative to level-three sex offender residency restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to level-three sex offender residency restrictions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1752","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997952,"bill_number":"S1580","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1580","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1997953,"bill_number":"S39","title":"Protecting sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents","description":"For legislation to protect sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents by creating a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S49","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S39/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S39","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997954,"bill_number":"S421","title":"Requiring financial education in schools","description":"For legislation to require financial education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S421","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997955,"bill_number":"S1353","title":"Relative to workers’ compensation funeral benefits","description":"For legislation relative to workers’ compensation funeral benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1353","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997956,"bill_number":"S557","title":"Accelerating wetlands restoration projects","description":"For legislation to accelerate and streamline wetlands restoration. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S557","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997957,"bill_number":"S2236","title":"Relative to delivery network companies","description":"For legislation relative to delivery network companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2236","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1997958,"bill_number":"S1938","title":"Supporting family caregivers","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory council on family caregiving. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3131","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1938","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1997959,"bill_number":"S2458","title":"To establish the Guard enlistment enhancement program","description":"For legislation to establish the Guard enlistment enhancement program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2458","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997960,"bill_number":"S2397","title":"Relative to fare free buses","description":"For legislation relative to fare free buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2397","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997961,"bill_number":"S1709","title":"To save lives by distributing narcan to individuals at risk for an overdose","description":"For legislation to distribute Narcan to a detainee or prisoner at risk for an overdose upon discharge from a correctional facility. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1709","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997962,"bill_number":"S2330","title":"Addressing challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to address challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2330","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997963,"bill_number":"S48","title":"Relative to AI-generated child sexual abuse material","description":"For legislation relative to AI-generated child sexual abuse material. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2633","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S48/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S48","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997964,"bill_number":"S469","title":"Further regulating the Assisted Living Advisory Council","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Assisted Living Advisory Council. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S486","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S469","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997965,"bill_number":"S1248","title":"Codifying organizational standing to protect and promote civil rights","description":"For legislation to codify public interest organizational standing to protect and promote civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1248","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1997966,"bill_number":"S417","title":"Relative to recess for elementary and middle school students","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory recess for elementary and middle school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S417","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997967,"bill_number":"S1255","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1255","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1997968,"bill_number":"S1166","title":"Relative to enhancing hiring practices to prevent sexual abuse","description":"For legislation to enhance hiring practices at schools to prevent sexual abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1166","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997969,"bill_number":"S2283","title":"Promoting responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries","description":"For legislation to promote responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2283","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1997970,"bill_number":"S284","title":"Enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox","description":"For legislation to enable trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2822","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S284","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1997971,"bill_number":"S1853","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1853","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997972,"bill_number":"S235","title":"Regulating internet gaming","description":"For legislation to ensure the Gaming Commission regulates internet gaming. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2996","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S235","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997973,"bill_number":"S621","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2685","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S621","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997974,"bill_number":"S1983","title":"Promoting student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to promote student loan repayment. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1983","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997975,"bill_number":"S145","title":"Relative to supporting survivors of domestic violence and enhancing child welfare","description":"For legislation to support survivors of domestic violence and enhancing child welfare. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S145","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997976,"bill_number":"S1819","title":"To protect the retirement classification of Barnstable county dispatchers and dispatch retirees","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of Barnstable County dispatchers and dispatch retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1819","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997977,"bill_number":"S770","title":"To prevent inappropriate denials by insurers for medically necessary services","description":"For legislation to prevent inappropriate denials by insurers for medically necessary services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S770","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1997978,"bill_number":"S1388","title":"Building resilience and increasing access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to build resiliency in communities through mental health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1388","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1997979,"bill_number":"S2258","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts future energy planning","description":"By Mr. Cronin, a petition of John J. Cronin and Manny Cruz that provisions be made to establish a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts future energy planning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2258","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997980,"bill_number":"S1477","title":"To restrict the use of polystyrene","description":"For legislation to restrict the use of polystyrene. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1477","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1997981,"bill_number":"S1568","title":"To create a nicotine free generation","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of tobacco products to persons born on or after January 1, 2006. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1568","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997982,"bill_number":"S1657","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1657","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1997983,"bill_number":"S476","title":"Establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2645","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S476","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1997984,"bill_number":"S1375","title":"To preserve employer autonomy","description":"For legislation to preserve employer autonomy relative to employee leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2842","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1375","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997985,"bill_number":"S393","title":"Relative to the net school spending cap","description":"For legislation relative to the net school spending cap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S393","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1997986,"bill_number":"S1145","title":"Relative to the definition of strangulation","description":"For legislation to define strangulation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1145","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1997987,"bill_number":"S922","title":"Relative to the Bean New Deal","description":"For legislation relative to plant-based protein. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S922","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1997988,"bill_number":"S1625","title":"Relative to environmental public health","description":"For legislation relative to environmental public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1625","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1997989,"bill_number":"S2103","title":"Clarifying lobbying law violations","description":"For legislation to clarify lobbying law violations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2943","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2103","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997990,"bill_number":"S49","title":"Relative to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence","description":"For legislation to implement annual statewide public employee cybersecurity training. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S49/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S49","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1997991,"bill_number":"S2192","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2192","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1997992,"bill_number":"S1992","title":"Repealing advance sales tax payments","description":"For legislation to repeal advance sales tax payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1992","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1997993,"bill_number":"S1327","title":"Protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights","description":"For legislation to protect labor relations and abolish barriers to organizing rights. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1327","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1997994,"bill_number":"S780","title":"Requiring mental health parity for disability policies","description":"For legislation to require mental health parity for disability policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S780","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1997995,"bill_number":"S973","title":"Reforming incentives for landlords","description":"For legislation to prohibit any financial incentives for landlords providing emergency housing for nonresident migrants. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S973","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1997996,"bill_number":"S1425","title":"Further regulating the amendment of a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson","description":"For legislation to amend a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft (Brady) substituted, see S2895","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1425","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1997997,"bill_number":"S1041","title":"Relative to consumer protection and civil rights","description":"For legislation to allow the attorney general to pursue civil action against a company or individual who violates the civil rights of Massachusetts citizen whose rights were violated in another state. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1041","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1997998,"bill_number":"S2122","title":"Relative to increasing transparency in public construction","description":"For legislation to increase transparency in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2122","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1997999,"bill_number":"S765","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S765","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998000,"bill_number":"S2036","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2902","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2036","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998001,"bill_number":"S2275","title":"Relative to healthy and sustainable schools","description":"For legislation relative to healthy and sustainable schools. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2275","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998002,"bill_number":"S828","title":"Relative to health purchasing cooperatives","description":"For legislation relative to health purchasing cooperatives. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S828","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998003,"bill_number":"S1781","title":"Concerning the arrest without a warrant of persons on probation","description":"For legislation relative to paper warrants and persons on probation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1781","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998004,"bill_number":"S1863","title":"Further regulating the retirement rights of certain employees of Plymouth County","description":"For legislation to grant group 4 status to officers who retire from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation at the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1863","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998005,"bill_number":"S2153","title":"Establishing the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day","description":"For legislation to establish the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3306","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2153","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998006,"bill_number":"S131","title":"To assure quality foster care","description":"For legislation to assure quality foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S131","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998007,"bill_number":"S1329","title":"Relative to roadway excavation quality assurance","description":"For legislation to regulate utility permits for road excavation based on an agreement of wages and benefits to the laborers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1329","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998008,"bill_number":"S2491","title":"Relative to veteran employment opportunities","description":"For legislation relative to veteran employment opportunities. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2491","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998009,"bill_number":"S1741","title":"Relative to police interactions with persons on the autism spectrum","description":"For legislation relative to police training in appropriate interactions with persons on the autism spectrum and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1741","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998010,"bill_number":"S595","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S595","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998011,"bill_number":"S1468","title":"Relative to a regional school assessment reserve fund","description":"Relative to authorizing cities and towns to establish regional school assessment reserve funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1468","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998012,"bill_number":"S1325","title":"Relative to meeting human service demand by modernizing incentives for the direct care workforce","description":"For legislation relative to wage rates for direct care staff and support employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1325","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998013,"bill_number":"S850","title":"Relative to nursing career pathways in long term care","description":"For legislation to ensure that students who are enrolled in and pursuing a nursing career program of higher education shall be eligible for career pathway financial assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S850","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998014,"bill_number":"S2194","title":"Relative to fairness in public contracting","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2194","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998015,"bill_number":"S864","title":"Limiting excessive growth in the operating budgets of health care oversight agencies","description":"For legislation relative to the operating budgets of health care oversight agencies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S864","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998016,"bill_number":"S993","title":"Accelerating housing production","description":"For legislation to accelerate housing production through a combination of incentives, zoning reforms, and financing solutions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2835","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S993","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998017,"bill_number":"S425","title":"To promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act","description":"For legislation to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2866","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S425","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998018,"bill_number":"S1785","title":"Relative to the health of correctional employees","description":"For legislation relative to the health of correctional employees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1785","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998019,"bill_number":"S1665","title":"Regulating access to the disclosure of certain police reports","description":"For legislation relative to the disclosure of certain police reports. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1665","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998020,"bill_number":"S655","title":"Advancing water access equity through utility reporting requirements","description":"For legislation to advance water access equity through utility reporting requirements. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S655","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998021,"bill_number":"S201","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2998","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S201","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998022,"bill_number":"S1030","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1030","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998023,"bill_number":"S350","title":"To ensure fairness and safety in school sports","description":"For legislation to ensure that no public school shall require any student athlete on a single-sex sports team to participate in a match, or any part thereof, against an opposing team that includes one or more athletes of the opposite sex. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S350","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998024,"bill_number":"S1702","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study expanding sentencing jurisdiction in Houses of Correction","description":"By Mr. Fernandes, a petition of Dylan A. Fernandes, David T. Vieira, Hadley Luddy, Kip A. Diggs and others that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the expansion of statutory sentencing guidelines in Houses of Correction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1702","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998025,"bill_number":"S1857","title":"Relative to defining Court Service Coordinator in Group 2","description":"For legislation relative to defining Court Service Coordinator in Group 2. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1857","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998026,"bill_number":"S1740","title":"Establishing local emergency management agencies","description":"For legislation to establish local emergency management agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1740","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998027,"bill_number":"S608","title":"Relative to combined sewer overflows","description":"Relative to combined sewer overflows. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3154","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S608","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998028,"bill_number":"S1262","title":"Relative to hate crimes","description":"For legislation relative to hate crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1262","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998029,"bill_number":"S773","title":"Expanding access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to expand access to mental health services for inpatient treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S773","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998030,"bill_number":"S1473","title":"Requiring automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings","description":"By Mr. Rush, a petition of Michael F. Rush 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":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1473","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998031,"bill_number":"S1493","title":"For improving patient outcomes across the continuum","description":"For legislation to improve patient outcomes across the continuum. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1493","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998032,"bill_number":"S510","title":"Relative to safe and secure elections","description":"For legislation to provide a photo identification card to be used for voting purposes to ensure safe and secure elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S510","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998033,"bill_number":"S1335","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"For legislation to defend against abusive waivers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1335","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998034,"bill_number":"S1245","title":"To empower communities against environmental damage","description":"For legislation to create the environmental enforcement task force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1245","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998035,"bill_number":"S2307","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2307","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998036,"bill_number":"S1676","title":"Relative to nonresident ban on semiautomatic hunting","description":"For legislation to repeal the nonresident ban on semiautomatic hunting. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1676","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998037,"bill_number":"S899","title":"Relative to hospital profit and fairness","description":"For legislation relative to hospital profit and fairness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S899","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998038,"bill_number":"S1341","title":"Relative to the Department of Unemployment Assistance Advisory Council","description":"Relative to the Department of Unemployment Assistance Advisory Council. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1341","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998039,"bill_number":"S1715","title":"Relative to turning on red signals","description":"For legislation to prohibit turning on red signals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1715","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998040,"bill_number":"S1392","title":"Resolve providing for a study and recommendations by a special commission relative to access to behavioral health services for children and families in the commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Cyr, a petition of Julian Cyr and Joanne M. Comerford that provisions be made for a special commission to study available behavioral health services and to make recommendations for improving access to behavioral health services for children and families in the commonwealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2601","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1392","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998041,"bill_number":"S1860","title":"Relative to firefighter retirement benefits","description":"For legislation to expand the cancer presumption for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1860","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998042,"bill_number":"S599","title":"To overcome coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution","description":"Relative to coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S566","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S599","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998043,"bill_number":"S1651","title":"Relative to human rights and improved outcomes for incarcerated people","description":"For legislation relative to rehabilitation, re-entry, and human rights for incarcerated persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1651","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998044,"bill_number":"S2161","title":"To update disability commission chair requirements","description":"For legislation to update disability commission chair requirements to reflect that at least one commissioner shall be physically present at the meeting location. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2161","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998045,"bill_number":"S98","title":"Prohibiting employment discrimination based on legal use of cannabis","description":"For legislation to prohibit employment discrimination based on the legal use of cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S98/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S98","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998046,"bill_number":"S1146","title":"Relative to constables in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to constables in the commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1146","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998047,"bill_number":"S1379","title":"To provide more focused care to individuals suffering from mental health and substance related disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide more focused care to individuals suffering from mental health and substance related disabilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2813","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1379","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998048,"bill_number":"S2388","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2388","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998049,"bill_number":"S1623","title":"Relative to certified medication aides","description":"For legislation relative to certified medication aides. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1623","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998050,"bill_number":"S132","title":"Allowing certain minors to consent to supportive services","description":"For legislation to allow certain minors to consent to shelter and receive supportive services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S132","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998051,"bill_number":"S1285","title":"Ensuring an appropriate response to shoplifting","description":"For legislation relative penalties for shoplifting and judicial discretion when a person is dealing with a substance use disorder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1285","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998052,"bill_number":"S533","title":"To ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count","description":"For legislation relative to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S533","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998053,"bill_number":"S1507","title":"Regarding the pediatric palliative care program","description":"For legislation relative to the pediatric palliative care program. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1507","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998054,"bill_number":"S1995","title":"Updating the estate tax","description":"For legislation to update the estate tax bring Massachusetts in line with the federal level threshold for taxable estates and credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1995","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998055,"bill_number":"S1886","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1886","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998056,"bill_number":"S207","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the Massachusetts alcohol laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S207","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998057,"bill_number":"S1054","title":"Improving juvenile justice data collection","description":"For legislation to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1054","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998058,"bill_number":"S1685","title":"Preserving second amendment rights for medical marijuana patients","description":"For legislation to preserve second amendment rights for medical marijuana patients. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1685","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998059,"bill_number":"S544","title":"Prohibiting the mistreatment of birds","description":"For legislation to prohibit the mistreatment of birds. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S544","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998060,"bill_number":"S2363","title":"Fostering intercity passenger rail service","description":"For legislation to establish a separate fund to be known as the InterCity Regional Passenger Rail Fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2363","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998061,"bill_number":"S1067","title":"Clarifying the jurisdiction of the housing court department","description":"For legislation to clarify the jurisdiction of the housing court department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1067","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998062,"bill_number":"S1729","title":"Requiring human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers","description":"For legislation to require human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1729","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998063,"bill_number":"S1043","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"For legislation to encourage the donation of food to persons in need by exempting donors from civil damages for any injury arising out of the condition of such food. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1043","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998064,"bill_number":"S1025","title":"Streamlining housing permitting","description":"For legislation to streamline housing permitting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1025","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998065,"bill_number":"S2465","title":"Expanding the National Guard welcome home veterans' bonus to all deployed members","description":"For legislation to expand the National Guard welcome home veterans' bonus to all deployed members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2465","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998066,"bill_number":"S2357","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2357","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998067,"bill_number":"S928","title":"Banning legacy preferences in higher education","description":"For legislation to ban legacy preferences in higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2534","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S928","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998068,"bill_number":"S1966","title":"Relative to property sales by nonprofit organizations","description":"Relative to certain payments in property sales by nonprofit organizations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1966","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998069,"bill_number":"S565","title":"Preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion","description":"For legislation relative to preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S565","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998070,"bill_number":"S1975","title":"To reduce poverty by expanding the EITC and the child and family tax credit","description":"For legislation to improve the earned income credit for healthier families. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1975","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998071,"bill_number":"S2042","title":"Relative to economic development tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to economic development tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2042","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998072,"bill_number":"S1113","title":"Relative to removing criminal penalties for limited psilocybin possession","description":"For legislation to remove criminal penalties for limited psilocybin possession. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1113","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998073,"bill_number":"S543","title":"To reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws","description":"For legislation to reduce disposable plastic straw waste. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S543","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998074,"bill_number":"S594","title":"Improving veteran access to state parks","description":"For legislation to improve veteran access to state parks. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S594","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998075,"bill_number":"S1846","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1846","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998076,"bill_number":"S344","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S344","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998077,"bill_number":"S1674","title":"Relative to pre-ban magazines","description":"For legislation relative to pre-ban magazines. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1674","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998078,"bill_number":"S2111","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement across certain property in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston to the Boston Gas Company","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement across certain property in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston to the Boston Gas Company. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3243","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2111","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998079,"bill_number":"S675","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S675","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998080,"bill_number":"S1411","title":"To establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1411","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998081,"bill_number":"S1232","title":"To study the delivery of medical care to persons held in custody","description":"For legislation to study the delivery of medical care to persons held in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1232","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998082,"bill_number":"S2350","title":"Facilitating cost efficient transportation","description":"For legislation to facilitate cost efficient transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2872","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2350","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998083,"bill_number":"S2168","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2168","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998084,"bill_number":"S1183","title":"Relative to service of civil process fees","description":"For legislation to increase certain civil process fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1183","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998085,"bill_number":"S2293","title":"To promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs","description":"For legislation to promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2293","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998086,"bill_number":"S1906","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1906","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998087,"bill_number":"S903","title":"Improving access to post acute services","description":"For legislation to improve the ability for patients to receive specialized medical care after an acute illness or surgery. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S903","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998088,"bill_number":"S1509","title":"Regulating delivered food","description":"For legislation relative to delivered food. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1509","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998089,"bill_number":"S866","title":"To protect medically fragile children","description":"For legislation to protect medically fragile children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S866","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998090,"bill_number":"S310","title":"Relative to mental health education","description":"For legislation relative to mental health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S310","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998091,"bill_number":"S497","title":"Clarifying the role of governor’s councillor on the ballot","description":"For legislation to clarify the role of governor’s councillor on the ballot. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S497","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998092,"bill_number":"S73","title":"Relative to the Department of Fish and Game","description":"For legislation to expand programs under the Department of Fish and Game. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S73/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S73","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998093,"bill_number":"S1452","title":"Establishing a Municipal Building Assistance Program and Building Authority","description":"For legislation relative to a Municipal Building Assistance Program and Building Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2669","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1452","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998094,"bill_number":"S2367","title":"Relative to affordable car rentals","description":"For legislation to prohibit the lease of car rentals registering the distance of miles traveled, which does not register such distance with substantial accuracy. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2603","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2367","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998095,"bill_number":"S130","title":"Relative to a livable wage for human services workers","description":"For legislation relative to a livable wage for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S130","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998096,"bill_number":"S1895","title":"Providing equity and fairness to POST-certified police officers disabled by cardiac disease","description":"For legislation to provide equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1895","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998097,"bill_number":"S1655","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1655","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998098,"bill_number":"S938","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2698","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S938","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998099,"bill_number":"S1536","title":"Resolve addressing EMS and health care services shortfalls in southeastern Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. Feeney, a petition of Paul R. Feeney that provisions be made to address EMS and health care services shortfalls in southeastern Massachusetts. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1536","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998100,"bill_number":"S702","title":"Appointing temporary qualified appraisers for damage covered by auto insurance policies","description":"Relative to appointing temporary qualified appraisers for damage covered by auto insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S702","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998101,"bill_number":"S1837","title":"Relative to the Blackstone Valley vocational regional school district","description":"For legislation relative to the Blackstone Valley vocational regional school district. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1837","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998102,"bill_number":"S1817","title":"To provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits","description":"For legislation to provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1817","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998103,"bill_number":"S2092","title":"Relative to excise tax collections of electric motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to apply rebates to reduce the MSRP of an electric vehicle in the calculation of motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2092","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998104,"bill_number":"S2431","title":"Relative to billboard permitting","description":"For legislation relative to billboard permitting. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2431","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998105,"bill_number":"S1697","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1697","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998106,"bill_number":"S274","title":"Authorizing the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S274","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998107,"bill_number":"S929","title":"Relative to debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislation to guarantee debt-free public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2755","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S929","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998108,"bill_number":"S1977","title":"Reducing the costs for adoption","description":"For legislation to reduce the costs for adoption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1977","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998109,"bill_number":"S2374","title":"Authorizing electronic signatures with motor vehicle title and registration transactions","description":"For legislation to authorize electronic signatures with motor vehicle title and registration transactions. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2374","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998110,"bill_number":"S78","title":"Relative to economic opportunities in the cannabis industry","description":"For legislation relative to ownership and license holders in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S78/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S78","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998111,"bill_number":"S1824","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Chiocca","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Chiocca. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1824","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998112,"bill_number":"S82","title":"Regularizing accounts receivable in the cannabis industry","description":"For legislation to regularize accounts receivable in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S82/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S82","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998113,"bill_number":"S752","title":"Promoting financial literacy, wealth-building, and economic opportunity for all","description":"For legislation to promote financial literacy, wealth-building, and economic opportunity for all. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2988","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S752","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998114,"bill_number":"S2046","title":"Granting property tax exemptions to disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to grant property tax exemptions to disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2046","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998115,"bill_number":"S321","title":"Incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials","description":"Relative to industry-recognized certification awards paid by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S321","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998116,"bill_number":"S2469","title":"Extending the time of military service purchases","description":"For legislation to extend the time of military service purchases related to retirement. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2621","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2469","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998117,"bill_number":"S1260","title":"Relative to violent or sexual offenses committed by those using the Emergency Assistance shelter system","description":"For legislation relative to violent or sexual offenses committed by those using the Emergency Assistance shelter system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1260","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998118,"bill_number":"S1615","title":"To improve health care coordination and safe discharge","description":"For legislation to improve patient health care coordination and provide a clear discharge plan. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1615","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998119,"bill_number":"S1909","title":"Providing equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease","description":"For legislation to provide equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1909","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998120,"bill_number":"S841","title":"To support equal access to community care for elders and persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S841","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998121,"bill_number":"S1496","title":"Relative to certainty of continuing education for chiropractors","description":"For legislation relative to certainty of continuing education for chiropractors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1496","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998122,"bill_number":"S1128","title":"To implement recommendations of the commission on structural racism in the parole process","description":"Relative to structural racism in the parole process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1128","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998123,"bill_number":"S1228","title":"Relative to juvenile offenders","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1228","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998124,"bill_number":"S348","title":"Providing in-district transportation funding","description":"For legislation to provide in-district transportation funding for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S348","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998125,"bill_number":"S1608","title":"Relative to physician assistant interstate compact","description":"For legislation relative to physician assistant interstate compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1608","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998126,"bill_number":"S465","title":"Supporting individuals suffering with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and their families","description":"For legislation to support individuals suffering with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and their families. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S465","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998127,"bill_number":"S1776","title":"Empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals","description":"For legislation to empower law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3259","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1776","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998128,"bill_number":"S472","title":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S472","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998129,"bill_number":"S222","title":"To regulate Hemp-derived beverages like alcohol","description":"For legislation to regulate Hemp-derived beverages by imposing a fine if a person that is involved in establishing or maintaining an infused beverage manufacturing operation without an endorsement granted by the commission. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2663","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S222","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998130,"bill_number":"S1451","title":"Providing for reserve funds for school districts","description":"For legislation to provide for reserve funds for school districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2568","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1451","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998131,"bill_number":"S839","title":"Relative to funding for nursing home staffing","description":"For legislation to fund nursing home staff. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S839","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998132,"bill_number":"S561","title":"To streamline permitting for rail electrification","description":"For legislation to streamline permitting for rail electrification. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3036","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S561","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998133,"bill_number":"S246","title":"To reduce inequities in access to hearing aids","description":"For legislation to provide increased access to hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S246","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998134,"bill_number":"S927","title":"Promoting educational awareness and opportunity","description":"For legislation to require higher educational institutions to provide certain information to students applying for or changing their major field of study. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2698","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S927","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998135,"bill_number":"S588","title":"Establishing a climate change superfund","description":"For legislation to create a Climate Adaptation Superfund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S588","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998136,"bill_number":"S83","title":"To modernize Massachusetts medical marijuana program","description":"For legislation to modernize Massachusetts medical marijuana program. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S83/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S83","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998137,"bill_number":"S2210","title":"Extending the public records law to the Governor and the Legislature","description":"For legislation to extend the public records law to the Governor and the Legislature. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2099","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2210","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998138,"bill_number":"S902","title":"Lowering health care prices for patients","description":"For legislation to lower health care prices for patients by limiting the rate that can be charged for services to not exceed 200 percent of the amount paid by Medicare for the service. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S902","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998139,"bill_number":"S1801","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1801","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998140,"bill_number":"S1001","title":"To increase housing production in the city of Lowell","description":"For legislation to increase housing production in the city of Lowell. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1001","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998141,"bill_number":"S616","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to ivory and rhonoceros horn trafficking. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S616","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998142,"bill_number":"S2347","title":"Relative to transportation safety","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to improve enforcement of existing laws governing motorized bicycles, motorized scooters, electric bicycles and mopeds and implement fines for certain offenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3168","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2347","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998143,"bill_number":"S2227","title":"Establishing 413 Day","description":"For legislation to establish 413 Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2227","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998144,"bill_number":"S413","title":"To save lives through increased fentanyl awareness, aka Andrew's Law","description":"For legislation to save lives through increased fentanyl awareness, aka Andrew's Law. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2863","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S413","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998145,"bill_number":"S1986","title":"Relative to motor vehicle sales tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans","description":"For legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran motor vehicle tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1986","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998146,"bill_number":"S2241","title":"Promoting access to zero-emission school buses","description":"For legislation to promote access to zero-emission school buses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2241","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998147,"bill_number":"S64","title":"Relative to improving pesticide protections for Massachusetts schoolchildren","description":"For legislation to improve pesticide protections for Massachusetts schoolchildren. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S64/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S64","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998148,"bill_number":"S2337","title":"Establishing a choreographer laureate of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a choreographer laureate of the commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2741","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2337","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998149,"bill_number":"S311","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts farm to school program","description":"For legislation to establish farm to school grants to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S311","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998150,"bill_number":"S1789","title":"Relative to Brockton school police","description":"For legislation relative to Brockton school police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1789","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998151,"bill_number":"S919","title":"To modernize the endowment match program for community colleges","description":"For legislation to modernize the endowment match program for community colleges. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2702","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S919","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998152,"bill_number":"S2329","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on artistic representation in the People’s House","description":"By Mr. Cyr, a petition of Julian Cyr that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on artistic representation in the People’s House. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2740","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2329","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998153,"bill_number":"S2503","title":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","description":"For legislation to enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2676","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2503","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998154,"bill_number":"S815","title":"To establish the Massachusetts loan loss guarantee program for community development financial institutions","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts loan loss guarantee program for community development financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S815","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998155,"bill_number":"S1964","title":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property","description":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property in written returns of information to determine the valuation of real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1964","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998156,"bill_number":"S2351","title":"Exempting certain public transit and active transportation projects from MEPA review","description":"For legislation to exempt certain public transit and active transportation projects from MEPA review. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3036","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2351","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998157,"bill_number":"S280","title":"To protect horses","description":"For legislation relative to the treatment and protection of horses in the racing industry. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2811","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S280","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998158,"bill_number":"S704","title":"Relative to the use of virtual credit cards by dental insurance providers","description":"For legislation relative to the use of virtual credit cards by dental insurance providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S704","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998159,"bill_number":"S1634","title":"Ensuring access to medical records","description":"For legislation to ensure access medical records by not allowing a separate fee to be charged for the transmission of data. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1634","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998160,"bill_number":"S2346","title":"Relative to issuance of citations and warnings to vehicle owners without effectuating motor vehicle stops","description":"For legislation relative to issuance of citations and warnings to vehicle owners without effectuating motor vehicle stops. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2346","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998161,"bill_number":"S2381","title":"Providing for motor vehicles transfer on death","description":"Relative to transfers of motor vehicles on death. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2381","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998162,"bill_number":"S1235","title":"Relative to due process","description":"For legislation relative to due process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1235","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998163,"bill_number":"S1298","title":"Creating fairness in workers' compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1298","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998164,"bill_number":"S195","title":"Relative to toxic-free kids","description":"For legislation to eliminate harmful chemicals from children's products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2660","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S195","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998165,"bill_number":"S1726","title":"Relative to incarcerated persons councils","description":"For legislation relative to incarcerated persons councils. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1726","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998166,"bill_number":"S1405","title":"Repealing the sunset date for drug stewardship","description":"For legislation to repeal the sunset date for drug stewardship. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1405","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998167,"bill_number":"S2369","title":"Relative to partial payment of fines relating to driver’s license suspension or revocation","description":"For legislation relative to partial payment of fines relating to driver’s license suspension or revocation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2369","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998168,"bill_number":"S847","title":"Relative to rapid whole genome sequencing","description":"For legislation relative to converge for rapid whole genome sequencing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S847","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998169,"bill_number":"S1750","title":"Relative to disclosures and the prevention of domestic violence","description":"For legislation relative to disclosures and the prevention of domestic violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1750","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998170,"bill_number":"S1847","title":"To provide diabetes prevention program benefits for GIC insurees","description":"For legislation to provide diabetes prevention program benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1847","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998171,"bill_number":"S2484","title":"Relative to protecting veterans","description":"For legislation relative to protecting veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2484","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998172,"bill_number":"S241","title":"Relative to problem gambling and the public health trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to problem gambling and the public health trust fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S241","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998173,"bill_number":"S1243","title":"Specifying an electronic system to ensure that sales of certain products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) do not exceed limits established under federal law","description":"For legislation to specify an electronic system to ensure that sales of certain products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) do not exceed limits established under federal law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1243","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998174,"bill_number":"S119","title":"Establishing a loan repayment program for human services workers","description":"For legislation relative to a loan repayment program for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S119","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998175,"bill_number":"S386","title":"Addressing racial and cultural bias training in educator professional development","description":"For legislation to address racial and cultural bias training in educator professional development. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S386","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998176,"bill_number":"S305","title":"Promoting entrepreneurship through employee ownership","description":"For legislation to encourage businesses to give their employees a stake in the company, often through stock options or Employee Stock Ownership. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3023","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S305","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998177,"bill_number":"S717","title":"To strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2883","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S717","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998178,"bill_number":"S884","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S884","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998179,"bill_number":"S874","title":"Strengthening mental health centers","description":"For legislation to strengthen mental health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S874","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998180,"bill_number":"S2163","title":"Resolve regarding revitalizing the right of free petition","description":"Relative to the revitalization of the right of free petition. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2848","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2163","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998181,"bill_number":"S1774","title":"Relative to black powder for hunters and re-enactors","description":"For legislation relative to black powder for hunters and re-enactors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1774","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998182,"bill_number":"S138","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S138","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998183,"bill_number":"S1520","title":"To protect a patient’s right to a support person at health care facilities","description":"For legislation to protect a patient’s right to a support person at health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1520","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998184,"bill_number":"S37","title":"Promoting economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety","description":"For legislation to promote economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2630","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S37/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S37","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998185,"bill_number":"S2377","title":"Expediting the Massachusetts Department of Transportation project delivery","description":"For legislation to expedite the Massachusetts Department of Transportation project delivery timelines. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2377","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998186,"bill_number":"S1053","title":"To implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology","description":"For legislation to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1053","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998187,"bill_number":"S2201","title":"Relative to microfilm","description":"For legislation relative to the method of recording documents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2201","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998188,"bill_number":"S639","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S639","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998189,"bill_number":"S377","title":"Relative to the board of elementary and secondary education","description":"For legislation relative to the board of elementary and secondary education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2868","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S377","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998190,"bill_number":"S1506","title":"Establishing a physical therapy licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish a physical therapy licensure compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1506","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998191,"bill_number":"S1027","title":"To establish community notification standards for group homes","description":"For legislation to require group homes to notify municipalities and abutting property owners prior to commencing operations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1027","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998192,"bill_number":"S211","title":"To facilitate the purchase of certain event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the reselling of certain event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2823","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S211","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998193,"bill_number":"S2013","title":"To support educational opportunity for all","description":"For legislation to support educational opportunity for all. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2013","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998194,"bill_number":"S331","title":"Relative to student access and return on investment of college and career pathways programs","description":"For legislation to conduct a biannual audit on college and career pathways programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S331","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998195,"bill_number":"S2282","title":"Advancing the clean energy transition","description":"For legislation to create new divisions with the Division of Energy Resources to advance clean energy transition. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2282","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998196,"bill_number":"S947","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"For legislation relative to certain higher education records under the public records law. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S947","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998197,"bill_number":"S1791","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1791","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998198,"bill_number":"S450","title":"Relative to school safety issues","description":"For legislation relative to school safety issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S450","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998199,"bill_number":"S2415","title":"Supporting junior operators","description":"For legislation to establish a Junior Operator's License Fund to provide financial assistance to persons from disadvantaged backgrounds. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2415","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998200,"bill_number":"S116","title":"Updating the juvenile justice policy and data board","description":"For legislation to update the juvenile justice policy and data board. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S116","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998201,"bill_number":"S961","title":"Providing upstream homelessness prevention assistance to families, youth, and adults","description":"For legislation to provide upstream homelessness prevention assistance to families, youth, and adults. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S961","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998202,"bill_number":"S1446","title":"Relative to the residency requirement for the town manager of the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation relative to the residency requirement for the town manager of the town of Tewksbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1446","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998203,"bill_number":"S1780","title":"Relative to the creation of the Massachusetts Public Safety Building Authority","description":"For legislation to create the Massachusetts Public Safety Building Authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1780","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998204,"bill_number":"S995","title":"Relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants","description":"For legislation relative to the use of credit reporting in housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2982","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S995","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998205,"bill_number":"S758","title":"Defining financial responsibility for 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S758","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998206,"bill_number":"S859","title":"Establishing a public health option","description":"For legislation to establish a public health option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S859","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998207,"bill_number":"S1689","title":"Eliminating no cost calls for violent incarcerated individuals","description":"For legislation to eliminate no cost calls for violent incarcerated individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1689","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998208,"bill_number":"S468","title":"To improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia","description":"For legislation to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia by developing a public awareness campaign on brain health. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2554","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S468","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998209,"bill_number":"S757","title":"Establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies for fraud prevention","description":"For legislation to establish regulations on certain virtual currencies for fraud prevention. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3048","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S757","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998210,"bill_number":"S1999","title":"Ending large investor control of homes in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to end large investor control of homes in Massachusetts and create a down payment trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1999","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998211,"bill_number":"S1632","title":"Providing safeguards for home healthcare workers","description":"For legislation to provide safeguards for home healthcare workers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1632","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998212,"bill_number":"S169","title":"Relative to health care quality for children and youth","description":"For legislation relative to health care quality for children and youth in custody of the Department of Youth Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S169","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998213,"bill_number":"S1429","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1429","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998214,"bill_number":"S1950","title":"To promote employee ownership","description":"For legislation to promote employee ownership. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1950","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998215,"bill_number":"S1939","title":"To reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land","description":"For legislation to reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1939","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998216,"bill_number":"S2435","title":"To facilitate the reintegration of returning citizens through license reinstatement and payment reform","description":"For legislation relative to reinstating drivers licenses for former inmates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2435","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998217,"bill_number":"S2202","title":"Relative to commonwealth building projects","description":"For legislation to further regulate public building projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2202","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998218,"bill_number":"S1073","title":"Relative to capacity determination","description":"For legislation relative to capacity determination by a health care provider. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1073","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998219,"bill_number":"S2088","title":"Relative to modernizing the estate tax","description":"For legislation relative to modernizing the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2088","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998220,"bill_number":"S1489","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events","description":"For legislation to require automated external defibrillators at sporting events. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1489","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998221,"bill_number":"S254","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"For legislation relative to advance the profession of commercial interior design. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2620","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S254","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998222,"bill_number":"S1925","title":"Imposing an in-state mileage-based road usage charge on the use of clean energy vehicles","description":"By Mr. Barrett, a petition of Michael J. Barrett foe legislation to impose an in-state mileage-based road usage charge on the use of clean energy vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1925","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998223,"bill_number":"S1318","title":"Relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1318","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998224,"bill_number":"S1758","title":"Banning the use of tear gas against civilians","description":"For legislation to band the use of tear gas against civilians. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1758","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998225,"bill_number":"S2335","title":"To protect Native American heritage","description":"For legislation to enforce penalties under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2335","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998226,"bill_number":"S1212","title":"To enhance courthouse security","description":"For legislation to enhance courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1212","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998227,"bill_number":"S2053","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2053","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998228,"bill_number":"S659","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S659","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998229,"bill_number":"S1888","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1888","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998230,"bill_number":"S1116","title":"To strengthen justice and support for sex trade survivors","description":"For legislation to strengthen justice and support for sex trade survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1116","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998231,"bill_number":"S1921","title":"Relative to retirement equity for parenting teachers","description":"For legislation relative to retirement equity for parenting teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1921","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998232,"bill_number":"S1592","title":"Relative to updating the licensure of optometrists","description":"Relative to optometrist licensure. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1592","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998233,"bill_number":"S2410","title":"Relative to motorcycle parking","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle parking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2410","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998234,"bill_number":"S402","title":"Updating the charter net school spending cap","description":"For legislation to change the percentage of a school district's net school spending that can be allocated to charter school tuition,. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S402","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998235,"bill_number":"S1693","title":"Relative to protecting civil rights","description":"For legislation to protect civil rights in firearm sales and redefining petitioners. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1693","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998236,"bill_number":"S330","title":"To end discriminatory outcomes in vocational school admissions","description":"For legislation to ensure that all students have an equal chance of being admitted to vocational programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S330","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998237,"bill_number":"S135","title":"To ensure parity in social work licensure","description":"For legislation to ensure parity in social work licensure. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S135","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998238,"bill_number":"S34","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts open data standard","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Open Data Standard for state and municipal agencies to make public data available. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S34/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S34","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998239,"bill_number":"S1193","title":"Removing the charitable immunity cap","description":"For legislation relative to the limitation of tort liability on charitable organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1193","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998240,"bill_number":"S1595","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1595","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998241,"bill_number":"S1569","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2854","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1569","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998242,"bill_number":"S763","title":"Relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients","description":"For legislation relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3038","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S763","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998243,"bill_number":"S920","title":"Ensuring tuition equity at the Stockbridge School of Agriculture","description":"For legislation to ensure tuition equity at the Stockbridge School of Agriculture. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S920","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998244,"bill_number":"S1010","title":"Relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program","description":"For legislation to create a permanent affordability homeownership program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2762","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1010","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998245,"bill_number":"S2311","title":"Modernizing competitive energy supply","description":"For legislation to modernize competitive energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2311","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998246,"bill_number":"S1848","title":"Relative to protecting local retirees","description":"For legislation to protect local retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1848","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998247,"bill_number":"S1900","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1900","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998248,"bill_number":"S567","title":"Relative to the pesticide board","description":"For legislation relative to the pesticide board. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S567","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998249,"bill_number":"S868","title":"Enhancing health care market oversight and pharmaceutical access","description":"For legislation to enhance health care market oversight and pharmaceutical access. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S868","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998250,"bill_number":"S282","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for licensed massage therapists","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for licensed massage therapists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3001","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S282","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998251,"bill_number":"S273","title":"To reduce lottery littering","description":"For legislation to reduce lottery littering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2674","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S273","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998252,"bill_number":"S366","title":"Studying the financing of chapter 74 vocational-technical and agricultural school capital improvements","description":"For legislation to finance capital improvements in facilities providing vocational-technical or agricultural education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S403","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S366","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998253,"bill_number":"S2412","title":"Relative to commuter rail pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to commuter rail pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2412","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998254,"bill_number":"S141","title":"Regarding families and children in need of assistance","description":"For legislation relative to families and children in need of assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S141","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998255,"bill_number":"S1294","title":"Relative to employment protections for victims of abusive behavior","description":"For legislation relative to employment protections for victims of abusive behavior. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1294","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998256,"bill_number":"S360","title":"Relative to school start times for middle and high school students","description":"For legislation relative to school start times for middle and high school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S360","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998257,"bill_number":"S382","title":"Requiring opioid use disorder education","description":"For legislation to require opioid use disorder education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2863","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S382","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998258,"bill_number":"S1564","title":"Relative to the creation of an Endometriosis Task Force","description":"Relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1564","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998259,"bill_number":"S430","title":"Relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation for a special commission to review and valuate the commonwealth’s current special education financing structure. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2864","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S430","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998260,"bill_number":"S924","title":"Relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative","description":"For legislation relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2592","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S924","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998261,"bill_number":"S2289","title":"To expand the low income home energy assistance program","description":"For legislation to expand the low income home energy assistance program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2289","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998262,"bill_number":"S2006","title":"Simplifying state reporting obligations of health plan coverage","description":"For legislation relative to state reporting obligations of health plan coverage. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2006","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998263,"bill_number":"S1586","title":"Relative to smoking cessation agents","description":"For legislation relative to smoking cessation agents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1586","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998264,"bill_number":"S199","title":"Warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves","description":"For legislation relative to warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S199","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998265,"bill_number":"S302","title":"Addressing economic, health and social harms caused by sports betting","description":"For legislation to address economic, health and social harms caused by sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S302","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998266,"bill_number":"S2306","title":"Relative to smart meters","description":"For legislation relative to utility meters and the rights of utility ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2306","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998267,"bill_number":"S548","title":"Expanding access to trails for people of all abilities","description":"For legislation to expand access to trails for people of all abilities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2654","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S548","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998268,"bill_number":"S926","title":"Protecting students abroad","description":"For legislation to protect students abroad. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2881","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S926","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998269,"bill_number":"S184","title":"Promoting microbusiness and small business assistance transparency","description":"For legislation to promote microbusiness and small business assistance transparency. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S184","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998270,"bill_number":"S1575","title":"Providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments","description":"For legislation to provide municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1575","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998271,"bill_number":"S1773","title":"Creating the ability of police officers to demand FID, LTC or proof of exempt status","description":"For legislation to create the ability of police officers to demand FID, LTC or proof of exempt status. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1773","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998272,"bill_number":"S2398","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to place naloxone in subway stations","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to place naloxone in subway stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2398","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998273,"bill_number":"S174","title":"To improve management of business improvement districts","description":"For legislation to improve management of business improvement districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S174","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998274,"bill_number":"S1383","title":"Establishing peer-run respite centers throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish peer-run respite centers throughout the Commonwealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1383","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998275,"bill_number":"S684","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S684","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998276,"bill_number":"S89","title":"Expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis delivery","description":"For legislation to allow the delivery of cannabis by licensed delivery operators or couriers to any municipality in the commonwealth. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S89/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S89","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998277,"bill_number":"S2196","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Poland Trade Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Poland Trade Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2196","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998278,"bill_number":"S120","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the feasibility of a diaper allowance","description":"Relative to the feasibility of a diaper allowance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S120","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998279,"bill_number":"S2480","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2480","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998280,"bill_number":"S547","title":"Establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health","description":"For legislation to establish an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3152","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S547","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998281,"bill_number":"S530","title":"Requiring tax return disclosure to appear on a presidential primary ballot","description":"For legislation to require tax return disclosure to appear on a presidential primary ballot. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S530","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998282,"bill_number":"S2224","title":"Relative to the use of competitive bidding process for emergency shelter programs","description":"For legislation relative to the use of competitive bidding process for emergency shelter programs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2910","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2224","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998283,"bill_number":"S1495","title":"Relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety","description":"For legislation relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety and HIV testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1495","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998284,"bill_number":"S1645","title":"To codify the Suffolk County Sheriff’s authority to provide pre-arraignment care of arrestees","description":"For legislation relative to regional lockups and the authority of the Suffolk county Sheriff. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1645","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998285,"bill_number":"S1206","title":"Standardizing consideration of pets in divorce and separation","description":"For legislation relative to pets in divorce and separation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1206","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998286,"bill_number":"S1018","title":"Allowing municipalities to preserve owner occupancy","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to preserve owner occupancy in accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1018","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998287,"bill_number":"S2020","title":"Protecting youth from nicotine addiction by increasing the tax on cigarettes","description":"For legislation to protect youth from nicotine addiction by increasing the tax on cigarettes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2020","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998288,"bill_number":"S896","title":"To prohibit inappropriate use of the health care cost growth benchmark","description":"For legislation to prohibit inappropriate use of the health care cost growth benchmark. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S896","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998289,"bill_number":"S2333","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2333","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998290,"bill_number":"S574","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, a petition of William J. Driscoll, Jr. that the Department of Conservation and Recreation erect and maintain memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S574","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998291,"bill_number":"S1202","title":"Updating hunter harassment laws","description":"For legislation to update hunter harassment laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1202","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998292,"bill_number":"S514","title":"To protect the integrity of town meetings","description":"For legislation to protect the integrity of town meetings. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S514","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998293,"bill_number":"S1487","title":"Establishing the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact","description":"For legislation to establish the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1487","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998294,"bill_number":"S982","title":"To plan, preserve, and protect","description":"For legislation to create the Anti -Displacement Pilot Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2833","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S982","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998295,"bill_number":"S1102","title":"Establishing medical panels for the probate and family court department","description":"For legislation to establish medical panels for the probate and family court department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1102","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998296,"bill_number":"S2186","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2186","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998297,"bill_number":"S2211","title":"Closing a loophole in lobbying law","description":"For legislation relative to close a loophole in lobbying law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2943","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2211","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998298,"bill_number":"S1867","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1867","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998299,"bill_number":"S1246","title":"To add sex and gender as protected classes for crime prosecutions","description":"For legislation relative to the addition of sex and gender as a protected class category for crime prosecutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1246","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998300,"bill_number":"S1356","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1356","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998301,"bill_number":"S336","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum","description":"For legislation relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S340","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S336","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998302,"bill_number":"S1219","title":"Relative to visitation rights of grandparents","description":"For legislation relative to visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1219","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998303,"bill_number":"S2383","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Princeton as the Captain Christopher J. Sullivan memorial bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Princeton as the Captain Christopher J. Sullivan memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2383","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998304,"bill_number":"S115","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts children’s cabinet","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S115","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998305,"bill_number":"S1635","title":"Authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment","description":"For legislation to authorize pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1635","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998306,"bill_number":"S605","title":"Relative to a future blue economy","description":"For legislation relative to a future blue economy. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2730","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S605","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998307,"bill_number":"S1224","title":"Establishing a domestic violence and sexual assault probation unit","description":"For legislation to establish a domestic violence and sexual assault probation unit. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1224","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998308,"bill_number":"S1488","title":"Relative to facilitating the utilization of psychologists on the health care team","description":"For legislation relative to facilitating the utilization of psychologists on the health care team. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1488","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998309,"bill_number":"S2499","title":"Relative to erecting a plaque to commemorate the service members from Massachusetts who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Heroic Services during the Global War on Terror","description":"For legislation to erect a plaque to commemorate the service members from Massachusetts who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Heroic Services during the Global War on Terror. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2499","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998310,"bill_number":"S1504","title":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts public health from Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) a group of chemicals that are used in many consumer products and industrial processes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3034","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1504","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998311,"bill_number":"S79","title":"Further defining eligibility for medical use marijuana","description":"For legislation to further define eligibility for medical use marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S79/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S79","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998312,"bill_number":"S1129","title":"To eliminate standard conditions in probation","description":"For legislation to eliminate standard conditions in probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1129","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998313,"bill_number":"S2290","title":"Preventing gas expansion to protect climate, community health and safety","description":"For legislation to establish a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2290","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998314,"bill_number":"S950","title":"To advance fairness, integrity, and excellence in higher education admissions","description":"For legislation to require higher education institutions to issue an annual report to the attorney general and department of higher education on their prior year admissions preference. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2534","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S950","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998315,"bill_number":"S1675","title":"Relative to sanctuary policies in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further define sanctuary policies in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1675","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998316,"bill_number":"S2442","title":"Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line","description":"By Mr. Rush, a petition of Michael F. Rush that provisions be made to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2442","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998317,"bill_number":"S2001","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts downsizing tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts residence downsizing tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2001","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998318,"bill_number":"S853","title":"Preserving and protecting public health","description":"For legislation to preserve and protect public health. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S853","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998319,"bill_number":"S1173","title":"Relative to minimizing suffering during the commitment process","description":"For legislation relative to minimizing suffering during the commitment process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1173","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998320,"bill_number":"S637","title":"Relative to Title 5 of the State Environmental Code","description":"For legislation relative to Title 5 of the State Environmental Code. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S637","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998321,"bill_number":"S1007","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. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1007","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998322,"bill_number":"S2154","title":"Relative to drowsy driving awareness","description":"For legislation relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2847","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2154","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998323,"bill_number":"S2021","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2036","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2021","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998324,"bill_number":"S262","title":"To protect life-saving electronic health records from reckless corporate greed and corruption","description":"For legislation to protect life-saving electronic health records from reckless corporate greed and corruption. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3063","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S262","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998325,"bill_number":"S940","title":"Promoting an adjunct bill of rights","description":"For legislation to improve the working conditions and benefits of part-time and adjunct faculty at public institutions of higher education Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2880","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S940","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998326,"bill_number":"S1604","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"For legislation relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1604","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998327,"bill_number":"S1058","title":"Relative to expungement of juvenile and young adult records","description":"For legislation to expunge juvenile and young adult records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1058","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998328,"bill_number":"S2183","title":"Elevating the National Guard to a cabinet level position","description":"For legislation to elevate the National Guard to a cabinet level position. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2183","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998329,"bill_number":"S1261","title":"Relative to strategic litigation against public participation","description":"For legislation relative to strategic litigation against public participation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1261","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998330,"bill_number":"S59","title":"Relative to farming in the town of Sutton","description":"For legislations relative to the right to farm. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S59/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S59","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998331,"bill_number":"S335","title":"Promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth","description":"For legislation to promote safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S335","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998332,"bill_number":"S255","title":"Establishing senior psychologist licensure","description":"For legislation to establish senior psychologist licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S255","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998333,"bill_number":"S2457","title":"Resolutions enhancing global governance via a strengthened and revised United Nations Charter","description":"By Mr. Crighton (by request), a petition of Paul Anderson, for the adoption of resolutions of the General Court of Massachusetts to the Members of Congress of the United States enhancing global governance via a strengthened and revised United Nations Charter. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2457","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998334,"bill_number":"S2169","title":"Clarifying eligibility to the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize cultural facilities owned by tribal governments to be financed on the same basis as projects which are municipally owned. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2169","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998335,"bill_number":"S371","title":"To promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools","description":"For legislation to promote racially inclusive curriculum in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2689","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S371","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998336,"bill_number":"S283","title":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors","description":"For legislation to expand licensure opportunity for school counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2706","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S283","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998337,"bill_number":"S1742","title":"Relative to technical rescue services","description":"For legislation relative to technical rescue services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1742","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998338,"bill_number":"S1669","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1669","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998339,"bill_number":"S1029","title":"To eliminate the public counsel fee","description":"For legislation to eliminate the public counsel fee. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1029","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998340,"bill_number":"S2151","title":"Establishing the official salamander of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the blue-spotted salamander as the official amphibian of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2151","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998341,"bill_number":"S1289","title":"Clarifying mandatory overtime protections","description":"For legislation to clarify mandatory overtime protections. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1289","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998342,"bill_number":"S620","title":"Providing for the ownership and maintenance of the Town Line Brook and Linden Brook culverts and dams","description":"For legislation to provide for the ownership and maintenance of the Town Line Brook and Linden Brook culverts and dams. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2967","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S620","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998343,"bill_number":"S204","title":"Relative to transparency in credit card fees","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in credit card fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2819","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S204","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998344,"bill_number":"S2392","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2392","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998345,"bill_number":"S1060","title":"Relative to the charitable immunity cap for cases involving sexual abuse","description":"For legislation relative to the charitable immunity cap for cases involving sexual abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1060","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998346,"bill_number":"S142","title":"Relative to bias-free child removals","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Children and Families to develop a bias-free child review team to review emergency child removals. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S142","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998347,"bill_number":"S2331","title":"Defining agritourism","description":"For legislation to define agritourism. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2331","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998348,"bill_number":"S802","title":"To support behavioral health prevention for children","description":"For legislation to support behavioral health prevention for children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S802","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998349,"bill_number":"S1827","title":"Relative to public safety dispatchers","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for public safety dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1827","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998350,"bill_number":"S967","title":"Relative to housing in seasonal communities","description":"For legislation relative to housing in seasonal communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2981","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S967","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998351,"bill_number":"S1259","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1259","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998352,"bill_number":"S2416","title":"Relative to an interstate compact for western MA rail service","description":"For legislation relative to an interstate compact for western MA rail service. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2416","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998353,"bill_number":"S2215","title":"Establishing the official barrier boat of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish \"Lil' Davey\" as the official barrier boat of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2215","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998354,"bill_number":"S1359","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1359","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998355,"bill_number":"S2280","title":"Transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center","description":"For legislation to establish a body politic and corporate to be known as the Massachusetts clean energy technology center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2280","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998356,"bill_number":"S785","title":"Relative to insurance claims","description":"For legislation to further regulate insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 187 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S785","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998357,"bill_number":"S1300","title":"Preventing wage theft, promoting employer accountability, and enhancing 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1300","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998358,"bill_number":"S1048","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1048","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998359,"bill_number":"S2041","title":"Closing a corporate tax haven loophole","description":"For legislation to close a corporate tax haven loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2041","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998360,"bill_number":"S1061","title":"To promote public safety and better outcomes for youths","description":"For legislation to promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1061","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998361,"bill_number":"S144","title":"Relating to protecting the interests of minor children featured on for-profit family vlogs","description":"For legislation to protect the interests of minor children featured on for-profit family vlogs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S144","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998362,"bill_number":"S2433","title":"Electrifying Regional Transit Authorities","description":"For legislation to electrify Regional Transit Authorities. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2433","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998363,"bill_number":"S2305","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to study the high cost of electricity delivery","description":"By Mr. Montigny, a petition of Mark C. Montigny, Patrick M. O'Connor, Mark D. Sylvia, Michelle L. Badger and other members of the General Court that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the high cost of electricity delivery. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2305","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998364,"bill_number":"S1779","title":"Relative to private campus law enforcement officers","description":"For legislation relative to possession of assault weapon or a large capacity feeding device by private campus law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1779","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998365,"bill_number":"S1763","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"For legislation relative to fire safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1763","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998366,"bill_number":"S812","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S812","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998367,"bill_number":"S771","title":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","description":"For legislation relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S771","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998368,"bill_number":"S2026","title":"Relative to excessive executive compensation","description":"For legislation relative to excessive executive compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2026","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998369,"bill_number":"S1314","title":"Relative to a youth training wage","description":"Relative to a youth training wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1314","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998370,"bill_number":"S449","title":"Relative to educator license accountability","description":"For legislation relative to educator license accountability. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S449","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998371,"bill_number":"S1286","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1286","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998372,"bill_number":"S1247","title":"Criminalizing sexual assault of a passenger by a rideshare operator","description":"For legislation to criminalize sexual assault of a passenger by a rideshare operator. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3232","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1247","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998373,"bill_number":"S1091","title":"Relative to direct food donations","description":"For legislation relative to direct food donations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1091","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998374,"bill_number":"S1947","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1947","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998375,"bill_number":"S957","title":"Relative to improve access to rental assistance programs","description":"For legislation relative to improve access to rental assistance programs. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S957","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998376,"bill_number":"S2418","title":"Relative to improved headlight safety","description":"For legislation to improve headlight safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2418","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998377,"bill_number":"S304","title":"Updating gateway municipalities","description":"For legislation to update the definition of gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S304","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998378,"bill_number":"S1911","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1911","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998379,"bill_number":"S1078","title":"Protecting employee free speech","description":"For legislation to protect employee free speech. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1078","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998380,"bill_number":"S611","title":"Resolve providing for a study of Bittersweet Vine and other invasive species","description":"For legislation to provide for a study of Bittersweet Vine and other invasive species. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S607","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S611","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998381,"bill_number":"S2413","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2875","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2413","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998382,"bill_number":"S1619","title":"Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings","description":"For legislation relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1619","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998383,"bill_number":"S117","title":"Establishing basic needs assistance for Massachusetts immigrant residents","description":"For legislation to establish basic needs assistance for Massachusetts immigrant residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S117","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998384,"bill_number":"S1833","title":"Relative to Peace Corps creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to Peace Corps creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1833","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998385,"bill_number":"S92","title":"Relative to medical marijuana oversight","description":"For legislation relative to medical marijuana oversight. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2817","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S92/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S92","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998386,"bill_number":"S1204","title":"Updating the Commonwealth's wiretap statutes","description":"For legislation to update the Commonwealth's wiretap statutes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1204","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998387,"bill_number":"S939","title":"Establishing the hunger-free campus initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the hunger-free campus initiative that would provide grants to institutions of public higher education to address student food insecurity and hunger. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2535","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S939","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998388,"bill_number":"S2113","title":"Establishing an Indigenous Peoples Day","description":"For legislation to establish an Indigenous Peoples Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3257","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2113","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998389,"bill_number":"S2249","title":"Relative to a tactical transition to affordable, clean thermal energy","description":"For legislation relative to the future of heat in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2249","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998390,"bill_number":"S61","title":"Relative to urban farmland","description":"For legislation to establish the Vacant Lots to Urban Agriculture Fund to support the conversion of vacant lots to farms, community gardens, and other agricultural enterprises in environmental justice populations. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S61/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S61","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998391,"bill_number":"S1201","title":"Maintaining protective orders","description":"For legislation to maintain protective orders after plaintiff's death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1201","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998392,"bill_number":"S495","title":"To codify the Hospital to Home Partnership Program","description":"For legislation to codify the Hospital to Home Partnership Program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2607","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S495","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998393,"bill_number":"S422","title":"Relating to seizure disorders in schools","description":"For legislation to relate to seizure disorders in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2867","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S422","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998394,"bill_number":"S641","title":"To strengthen maritime activity and economic development in the Port of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to strengthen maritime activity and economic development in the Port of New Bedford. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S641","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998395,"bill_number":"S458","title":"Expanding high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials","description":"For legislation to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S458","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998396,"bill_number":"S1399","title":"To increase investment in behavioral health care in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase investment in behavioral health care in the Commonwealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2813","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1399","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998397,"bill_number":"S2259","title":"Protecting transportation network driver data privacy and integrity","description":"For legislation to protect transportation network driver data privacy and integrity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2259","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998398,"bill_number":"S1739","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"For legislation relative to sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1739","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998399,"bill_number":"S1843","title":"Designating certain unit 9 employees of the Massachusetts Department of Correction to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to designate certain unit 9 employees of the Massachusetts Department of Correction to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1843","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998400,"bill_number":"S100","title":"To study supply and demand for cannabis cultivation","description":"For legislation to study supply and demand for cannabis permitting. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S100","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998401,"bill_number":"S910","title":"Relative to association health plans","description":"For legislation relative to association health plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S910","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998402,"bill_number":"S1907","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace","description":"For legislation to direct the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1907","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998403,"bill_number":"S2105","title":"Making records in the office of the Governor public","description":"For legislation to make records in the office of the Governor public. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2099","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2105","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998404,"bill_number":"S2376","title":"Improving the Massachusetts Department of Transportation project efficiency","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study and provide recommendations on improving the efficiency and reducing the timeline for Massachusetts Department of Transportation projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2376","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998405,"bill_number":"S1352","title":"Amending the Massachusetts paid family medical leave law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker","description":"For legislation to amend the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1352","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998406,"bill_number":"S2179","title":"To sell naming rights to 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2524","last_action_date":"2025-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2179","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998407,"bill_number":"S1723","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts correctional officer accountability and standards training Commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts correctional officer accountability and standards training Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1723","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998408,"bill_number":"S2260","title":"Relative to the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"For legislation relative to the proper disposal of miniatures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2260","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998409,"bill_number":"S1115","title":"To provide continuum of care for severe mental illness","description":"For legislation to provide critical community services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1115","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998410,"bill_number":"S2082","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock for trucking and railcars","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of rolling stock for trucking and railcars. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2082","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998411,"bill_number":"S2379","title":"Relative to providing multimodal transportation technologies","description":"For legislation relative to fully autonomous vehicle and human drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2379","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998412,"bill_number":"S1823","title":"Providing retirement benefits for caregivers at the Soldiers' Homes","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the Soldiers' Homes. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1823","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998413,"bill_number":"S1410","title":"Helping overdosing persons in emergencies","description":"Relative to the requirements and procedures necessary for first responders to provide urgent help to persons at risk of serious and deadly harm from opioids and opioid overdose. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1410","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998414,"bill_number":"S473","title":"Relative to the commission on LGBTQ aging","description":"For legislation relative to the commission on LGBTQ aging. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2711","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S473","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998415,"bill_number":"S2160","title":"To ensure gender parity and racial and ethnic diversity on public boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to ensure gender parity and racial and ethnic diversity on public boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2160","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998416,"bill_number":"S2399","title":"To provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2399","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998417,"bill_number":"S291","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2664","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S291","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998418,"bill_number":"S923","title":"Relative to college in high school","description":"For legislation relative to college credits while attending high school. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2591","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S923","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998419,"bill_number":"S642","title":"Relative to crumbling concrete prevention and protection","description":"For legislation relative to crumbling concrete prevention and protection. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S642","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998420,"bill_number":"S499","title":"Relative to early voting and dates for voter registration","description":"For legislation to move the voter registration deadline, eliminate early voting in-person for primary elections, and reduce the period of early voting in person for other elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S499","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998421,"bill_number":"S1220","title":"To protect victims of crimes and the public","description":"For legislation to protect victims of crimes and the public. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1220","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998422,"bill_number":"S603","title":"To establish a blue economy workforce pipeline","description":"For legislation to establish a blue economy workforce pipeline. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2730","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S603","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998423,"bill_number":"S2496","title":"To recognize service to our Commonwealth and Nation","description":"For legislation that the flag of the commonwealth shall be flown at half-staff honoring the passing of active duty military personnel from the commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2496","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998424,"bill_number":"S1648","title":"Relative to successful de-escalation techniques","description":"For legislation to require law enforcement and student resource officers to be trained in de-escalation techniques. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1648","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998425,"bill_number":"S1924","title":"Increasing the excise tax rate for jet fuel","description":"For legislation to increase the excise tax rate for jet fuel. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1924","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998426,"bill_number":"S1597","title":"Relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2852","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1597","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998427,"bill_number":"S2027","title":"Providing for settlements of tax liability","description":"For legislation to provide for settlements of tax liability. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3010","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2027","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998428,"bill_number":"S999","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"For legislation relative to impose notification requirements on both tenants and landlords when bed bugs are found at a property. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2830","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S999","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998429,"bill_number":"S1035","title":"Relative to increasing transparency in juvenile court proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to increase transparency in juvenile court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1035","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998430,"bill_number":"S197","title":"To protect safety and privacy by stopping the sale of location data","description":"For legislation to protect reproductive health access, LGBTQ lives, religious liberty, and freedom of movement by banning the sale of cell phone location information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S197","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998431,"bill_number":"S1361","title":"Establishing paid prenatal leave","description":"For legislation to establish paid prenatal leave program that would require employers to give employees twenty-four hours of paid prenatal leave during a fifty-two-week calendar. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1361","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998432,"bill_number":"S99","title":"For cannabis market modernization","description":"For legislation to modernize cannabis market. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S99/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S99","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998433,"bill_number":"S1494","title":"Establishing the dentist and dental hygienist compact","description":"For legislation to establish the dentist and dental hygienist compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1494","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998434,"bill_number":"S1882","title":"Relative to call and volunteer firefighters and EMTs","description":"For legislation relative to the disability law insomuch as relates to call and volunteer firefighters and EMTs. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1882","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998435,"bill_number":"S102","title":"Requiring universal changing stations in public buildings","description":"For legislation to require changing stations in public buildings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S102","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998436,"bill_number":"S2387","title":"Erecting Clara Barton signs in the town of Oxford","description":"For legislation to erect Clara Barton signs on certain rods in the town of Oxford. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2387","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998437,"bill_number":"S202","title":"Relative to consumer protection on online automobile franchise transactions","description":"For legislation relative to certain online automobile franchise transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S202","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998438,"bill_number":"S1914","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1914","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998439,"bill_number":"S772","title":"Related to comprehensive clinical and extended support services","description":"For legislation to increases mandatory coverage for addiction care recovery. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S772","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998440,"bill_number":"S1024","title":"Ensuring affordability in perpetuity","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1024","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998441,"bill_number":"S1391","title":"Relative to harm reduction and racial justice","description":"For legislation relative to harm reduction and racial justice. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2658","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1391","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998442,"bill_number":"S93","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2677","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S93/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S93","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998443,"bill_number":"S2075","title":"Relative to providing direct relief to the residents of the commonwealth by increasing the threshold on no tax status","description":"For legislation relative to provide direct relief to the residents of the commonwealth by increasing the threshold on no tax status. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2075","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998444,"bill_number":"S2451","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2451","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998445,"bill_number":"S218","title":"Relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal (“The SUPER Act”)","description":"For legislation relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (“The SUPER Act”). Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2590","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S218","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998446,"bill_number":"S1376","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3256","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1376","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998447,"bill_number":"S796","title":"Relative to reducing unnecessary delays in patient care","description":"For legislation to reduce unnecessary insurance delays in patient care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S796","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998448,"bill_number":"S1398","title":"To create intensive stabilization and treatment units within the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to create intensive stabilization and treatment units within the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1398","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998449,"bill_number":"S1313","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1313","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998450,"bill_number":"S70","title":"Clarifying the definition of agriculture","description":"For legislation to include the growing and cultivation of both hemp and marijuana in the definition of agriculture. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2806","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S70/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S70","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998451,"bill_number":"S1626","title":"To protect essential health services","description":"For legislation to protect essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1503","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1626","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998452,"bill_number":"S2262","title":"Relative to solar permitting","description":"For legislation relative to approval for solar and energy storage permit applications. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2262","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998453,"bill_number":"S1037","title":"Related to indigency","description":"For legislation relative to indigency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1037","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998454,"bill_number":"S1764","title":"Relative to drug recognition experts","description":"For legislation relative to training police officers as drug recognition experts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1764","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998455,"bill_number":"S1954","title":"Relative to National Guard state tax exemption","description":"For legislation to create a National Guard state tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1954","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998456,"bill_number":"S214","title":"Alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families","description":"Relative to alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S214","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998457,"bill_number":"S1766","title":"To support police recruitment and retention","description":"For legislation to support police recruitment and retention. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1766","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998458,"bill_number":"S1445","title":"Regulating certain insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Blackstone","description":"For legislation to regulate certain insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Blackstone. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1445","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998459,"bill_number":"S1254","title":"Resolve creating a commission to study the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1254","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998460,"bill_number":"S984","title":"To further regulate tenant fees in rental housing","description":"For legislation to regulate junk fees in rental housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S984","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998461,"bill_number":"S303","title":"For Community Institution Stabilization","description":"For legislation relative to Community Institution Stabilization. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S303","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998462,"bill_number":"S777","title":"Relative to specialty medications and patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to specialty medications and patient safety. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S777","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998463,"bill_number":"S1622","title":"Resolve establishing a Norwood Hospital working group","description":"Relative to Norwood Hospital. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1622","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998464,"bill_number":"S1423","title":"To generate revenue to expand transit options","description":"For legislation to generate revenue to expand transit options. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2669","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1423","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998465,"bill_number":"S470","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"For legislation to improve Massachusetts home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2555","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S470","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998466,"bill_number":"S1959","title":"Promoting mortgage debt relief","description":"For legislation relative to the relief of mortgage debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1959","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998467,"bill_number":"S978","title":"Relative to the HomeBase Program","description":"For legislation to define eligibility requirements for the HomeBase Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S978","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998468,"bill_number":"S795","title":"Relative to executive compensation for mutual companies","description":"For legislation relative to executive compensation for mutual companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S795","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998469,"bill_number":"S1721","title":"An Act to ensure educational rights are upheld for incarcerated youth","description":"For legislation to ensure educational rights are upheld for incarcerated emerging adults. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1721","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998470,"bill_number":"S722","title":"To encourage retirement planning","description":"For legislation to encourage retirement planning. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2987","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S722","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998471,"bill_number":"S1613","title":"To increase access to health transportation","description":"For legislation to provide access to health transportation for vulnerable patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1613","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998472,"bill_number":"S1395","title":"Relative to suicide prevention signage at certain facilities","description":"For legislation relative to suicide prevention signage at certain facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1395","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998473,"bill_number":"S1510","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1542","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1510","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998474,"bill_number":"S1301","title":"Protecting an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records","description":"For legislation to protect an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1301","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998475,"bill_number":"S2296","title":"To encourage solar development on built and disturbed land","description":"For legislation to encourage solar development on built and disturbed land. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2296","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998476,"bill_number":"S438","title":"To expand the use of career and academic plans","description":"For legislation relative to individual learning plans for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S438","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998477,"bill_number":"S97","title":"Relative to the improvement of the data collection of adult and youth consumption of marijuana","description":"For legislation to further regulate the data collection of adult and youth consumption of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2816","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S97/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S97","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998478,"bill_number":"S769","title":"Providing continuity of care for mental health treatment","description":"For legislation to provide continuity of care for mental health treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S769","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998479,"bill_number":"S2119","title":"Providing for transparency and geographic equity in all state grant funding","description":"For legislation to provide for transparency and geographic equity in all state grant funding by updating a public, interactive dashboard with data on all grant awards. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2119","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998480,"bill_number":"S2273","title":"Reducing administrative burden for government and industry","description":"For legislation to reduce administrative burden for government and industry. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2273","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998481,"bill_number":"S2050","title":"Relative to exempting active duty military personnel from state income tax while based out of state","description":"For legislation to exempt active duty military personnel from state income tax while based out of state. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2050","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998482,"bill_number":"S540","title":"Resolve preventing the discharge of radioactive materials","description":"By Mr. Fernandes, a petition of Dylan A. Fernandes that provisions be made to examine and report on the potential negative environmental and economic impacts of radioactive materials. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S540","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998483,"bill_number":"S94","title":"Relative to prohibiting billboard advertisements of non-prescription marijuana","description":"For legislation to prohibit billboard advertisements of non-prescription marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S94/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S94","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998484,"bill_number":"S2239","title":"Prohibiting the use of ratepayer funds for utility lobbying, promotions or perks","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of ratepayer funds for utility lobbying, promotions or perks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2239","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998485,"bill_number":"S2340","title":"Relative to Hot Box detectors","description":"For legislation relative to Hot Box detectors. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2340","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998486,"bill_number":"S800","title":"Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"For legislation relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S800","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998487,"bill_number":"S592","title":"Relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S592","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998488,"bill_number":"S1364","title":"Streamlining state employee collective bargaining","description":"For legislation to streamline state employee collective bargaining. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1364","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998489,"bill_number":"S1198","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1198","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998490,"bill_number":"S518","title":"For political party endorsement reform","description":"For legislation for political party endorsement reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S518","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998491,"bill_number":"S1005","title":"For Chapter 40B reform and improvement","description":"For legislation for Chapter 40B reform and improvement. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1005","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998492,"bill_number":"S515","title":"Reforming campaign finance laws","description":"For legislation relative to campaign finance reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2935","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S515","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998493,"bill_number":"S347","title":"Relative to the protection of medical exemptions for immunizations for school attendance","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of medical exemptions for immunizations for school attendance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S347","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998494,"bill_number":"S1131","title":"Relative to juvenile fees, fines, and restitution","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile fees, fines, and restitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1131","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998495,"bill_number":"S489","title":"Establishing a statewide volunteer program to assist seniors","description":"For legislation to establish the adopt a senior program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S489","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998496,"bill_number":"S1328","title":"Relating to privileged communication between individuals and their labor organizations","description":"For legislation to require labor organizations to protect confidential communications when representing individuals. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1328","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998497,"bill_number":"S786","title":"Creating a climate bank in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a climate bank in Massachusetts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S786","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998498,"bill_number":"S294","title":"To encourage capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities","description":"For legislation to encourage capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S294","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998499,"bill_number":"S830","title":"To preserve community pharmacies","description":"For legislation to preserve community pharmacies by conducting audits on contracts for pharmacy services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S830","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998500,"bill_number":"S2276","title":"Promoting a just transition and clean energy workforce standards","description":"For legislation to require each company engaged in the sale or distribution of gas as part of performance-based ratemaking to submit a clean energy transition plan. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2276","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998501,"bill_number":"S862","title":"Relative to MassHealth reimbursement for schools","description":"For legislation relative to MassHealth reimbursement for schools. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S862","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998502,"bill_number":"S354","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S354","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998503,"bill_number":"S556","title":"Establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program","description":"For legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2569","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S556","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998504,"bill_number":"S2401","title":"Relative to regional transit authority advisory boards","description":"For legislation to update the membership of regional transit authority advisory boards. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2401","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998505,"bill_number":"S1980","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the small commercial tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1980","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998506,"bill_number":"S147","title":"To replace stolen benefits","description":"For legislation to replace stolen benefits relative to electronic benefit transfer fraud. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S147","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998507,"bill_number":"S2083","title":"Increasing the conservation land tax credit","description":"For legislation to increase the conservation land tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2083","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998508,"bill_number":"S1910","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1910","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998509,"bill_number":"S137","title":"Dignifying 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2563","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S137","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998510,"bill_number":"S480","title":"Promoting infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes","description":"For legislation to promote infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S480","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998511,"bill_number":"S632","title":"Relative to concurrent jurisdiction on National Park Service properties","description":"For legislation relative to concurrent jurisdiction on National Park Service properties. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S632","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998512,"bill_number":"S2380","title":"Improving safety measures for highway maintenance personnel","description":"For legislation to improve safety measures for highway maintenance personnel. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2380","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998513,"bill_number":"S1305","title":"Establishing protections and accountability for Delivery Network Company workers, consumers, and communities","description":"For legislation to establish protections and accountability for Delivery Network Company workers, consumers, and communities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1305","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998514,"bill_number":"S963","title":"Relative to local preference in affordable housing","description":"For legislation relative to local preference in affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S963","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998515,"bill_number":"S2313","title":"Establishing a municipal right of first refusal","description":"For legislation to require public and investor-owned utility companies intending to dispose of real property to notify and offer right of first refusal to the municipality in which the real property is located. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2313","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998516,"bill_number":"S1214","title":"Relative to car theft with digital devices","description":"For legislation to prevent car theft with digital devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1214","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998517,"bill_number":"S1276","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1276","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998518,"bill_number":"S1942","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1942","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998519,"bill_number":"S401","title":"Relative to healthy school lunches","description":"For legislation relative to healthy school lunches. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2692","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S401","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998520,"bill_number":"S2056","title":"Relative to relieving minors of income tax obligations","description":"For legislation relative to relieving minors of income tax obligations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2056","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998521,"bill_number":"S208","title":"Relative to genetic counselors","description":"For legislation relative to genetic counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S208","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998522,"bill_number":"S1558","title":"Banning the sale of kratom","description":"For legislation to ban the selling of a herbal substance that can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1558","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998523,"bill_number":"S56","title":"Protecting our soil and farms from PFAS contamination","description":"For legislation to protect our soil and farms from PFAS contamination. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2802","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S56/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S56","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998524,"bill_number":"S688","title":"Prohibiting card interchange fees on tax or gratuity","description":"For legislation to prohibit card interchange fees on tax or gratuity. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3246","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S688","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998525,"bill_number":"S2165","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B procurement","description":"For legislation relative to Chapter 30B procurement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2165","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998526,"bill_number":"S232","title":"Requiring fair housing education for all real estate licensees","description":"For legislation to further fair housing in real estate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S232","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998527,"bill_number":"S2453","title":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to Purple Heart registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2453","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998528,"bill_number":"S1890","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1890","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998529,"bill_number":"S2034","title":"To promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2752","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2034","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998530,"bill_number":"S517","title":"Strengthening the post-election audit process","description":"For legislation to protect elections using risk-limiting audits. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S517","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998531,"bill_number":"S1175","title":"Prohibiting injurious operations or offering services or products that discriminate against or injure protected classes","description":"For legislation to prohibit injurious operations or offering services or products that discriminate against or injure protected classes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1175","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998532,"bill_number":"S1427","title":"Prohibiting municipal bans of face coverings for protective or medical use","description":"For legislation to prohibit municipal bans of face coverings for protective or medical use. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2568","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1427","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998533,"bill_number":"S778","title":"Relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to public health dental hygienists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S778","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998534,"bill_number":"S447","title":"Providing hands only CPR training and the use of defibrillators","description":"For legislation to provide hands only CPR training and the use of defibrillators. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2863","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S447","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998535,"bill_number":"S1698","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1698","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998536,"bill_number":"S219","title":"Relative to retailer-backed coupons","description":"For legislation relative to retailer-backed coupons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2811","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S219","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998537,"bill_number":"S2475","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","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. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2475","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998538,"bill_number":"S683","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S683","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998539,"bill_number":"S484","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S484","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998540,"bill_number":"S2147","title":"To establish a November holiday honoring President John F. Kennedy, to promote increased voter participation and civic engagement","description":"For legislation to establish a November holiday honoring President John F. Kennedy, to promote increased voter participation and civic engagement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2147","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998541,"bill_number":"S865","title":"Expanding the moral obligation bond program to acute care hospitals","description":"For legislation to expand the moral obligation bond program to acute care hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S865","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998542,"bill_number":"S1371","title":"Establishing the Workforce Recovery Commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Workforce Recovery Commission. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1371","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998543,"bill_number":"S2323","title":"Relative to custom vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to custom vehicle emissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2323","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998544,"bill_number":"S2114","title":"Establishing a jail and prison construction moratorium","description":"For legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2944","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2114","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998545,"bill_number":"S1390","title":"Relative to access to psychiatric collaborative care","description":"For legislation relative to access to psychiatric collaborative care. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1390","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998546,"bill_number":"S245","title":"To end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2671","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S245","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998547,"bill_number":"S2406","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2406","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998548,"bill_number":"S590","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"For legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S590","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998549,"bill_number":"S1609","title":"Concerning the regulation of Kratom","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation of Kratom. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3198","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1609","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998550,"bill_number":"S2497","title":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2497","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998551,"bill_number":"S713","title":"Relative to adequate notice for health insurance modifications","description":"For legislation relative to adequate notice for health insurance modifications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S713","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998552,"bill_number":"S1226","title":"To protect survivors of domestic violence","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1226","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998553,"bill_number":"S1230","title":"Establishing medical civil rights","description":"For legislation to establish medical civil rights.The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2992","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1230","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998554,"bill_number":"S1541","title":"Relative to athletic training","description":"For legislation relative to public school athletic trainers. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1541","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998555,"bill_number":"S183","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S183","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998556,"bill_number":"S1309","title":"Allowing for airline catering to be considered covered employees","description":"For legislation to establish forthwith a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1309","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998557,"bill_number":"S823","title":"Enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care","description":"For legislation to enhance post-pregnancy mental health care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S823","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998558,"bill_number":"S53","title":"Resolve promoting equity in agriculture","description":"By Ms. Comerford, a petition of Joanne M. Comerford, Sal N. DiDomenico, Hannah Kane and James B. Eldridge that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to promote equity in agriculture. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S53/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S53","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998559,"bill_number":"S1330","title":"Relative to a four-day work week pilot program","description":"By Mr. Fernandes, a petition of Dylan A. Fernandes that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to establish a four-day work week pilot program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1330","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998560,"bill_number":"S1406","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"For legislation relative to the prescription monitor program. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1406","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998561,"bill_number":"S1459","title":"Relative to dangerous dogs","description":"For legislation to impound dangerous dogs pending a public hearing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1459","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998562,"bill_number":"S774","title":"Relative to requiring insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment","description":"For legislation to require insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S774","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998563,"bill_number":"S2463","title":"Resolutions for a United States Constitutional Amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge and Michael J. Barrett for the adoption of resolutions for a United States Constitutional Amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2463","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998564,"bill_number":"S601","title":"Resolve to protect drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution","description":"By Mr. Fernandes (by request), a petition of Meg Sheehan and Paul W. Mark that provisions be made for an investigation and study to protect drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S601","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998565,"bill_number":"S444","title":"Relative to celebrating and teaching Native American culture and history","description":"For legislation relative to celebrate and teach Native American culture and history. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2689","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S444","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998566,"bill_number":"S1077","title":"Maintaining parity in legal services for small property owners","description":"For legislation to maintain parity in legal services for small property owners by providing financial assistance to both local and statewide programs that serve eligible clients. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1077","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998567,"bill_number":"S1461","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on the Dover amendment","description":"Relative to the use and effectiveness of the zoning approval process of educational uses under the so-called Dover amendment. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2715","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1461","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998568,"bill_number":"S1412","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1412","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998569,"bill_number":"S1547","title":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy","description":"For legislation relative to the board of registration in naturopathy. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1547","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998570,"bill_number":"S832","title":"Providing health insurance coverage for scalp and facial hair prostheses","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for scalp and facial hair prosthesis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S832","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998571,"bill_number":"S872","title":"Establishing a community health center nurse practitioner residency program","description":"For legislation to establish a community health center nurse practitioner residency program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S872","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998572,"bill_number":"S784","title":"Promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce","description":"For legislation to promote and enhance the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S784","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998573,"bill_number":"S1718","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"For legislation to require health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H4767","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1718","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998574,"bill_number":"S1009","title":"Relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities","description":"For legislation relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2763","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1009","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998575,"bill_number":"S994","title":"Prohibiting algorithmic rent setting","description":"For legislation to prohibit algorithmic rent setting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2983","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S994","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998576,"bill_number":"S846","title":"To extend enhanced Medicaid benefits to eligible hospitals","description":"For legislation relative to the sustainability of high public payer community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S846","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998577,"bill_number":"S353","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S353","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998578,"bill_number":"S363","title":"Increasing access to emergency diabetes management medication","description":"For legislation relative to the administration of diabetes medication. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S342","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S363","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998579,"bill_number":"S2492","title":"Relative to appropriate notice for changes to Veterans’ district agreements","description":"For legislation relative to appropriate notice for changes to Veterans’ district agreements. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2492","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998580,"bill_number":"S426","title":"To ensure that all students are prepared for future success","description":"For legislation to ensure that all students are prepared for future success. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S426","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998581,"bill_number":"S2291","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2291","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998582,"bill_number":"S905","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"For legislation to improve health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S905","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998583,"bill_number":"S1962","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1962","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998584,"bill_number":"S1666","title":"Promoting intergovernmental cooperation on criminal enforcement","description":"For legislation to promote intergovernmental cooperation on criminal enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1666","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998585,"bill_number":"S764","title":"Ensuring prompt access to health care","description":"For legislation to ensure prompt access to health care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S764","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998586,"bill_number":"S158","title":"Increasing accessibility in restaurants for physically handicapped persons","description":"For legislation to increase accessibility in restaurants for physically handicapped persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S158","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998587,"bill_number":"S1730","title":"To strengthen critical incident stress management for emergency service providers","description":"For legislation relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1730","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998588,"bill_number":"S1929","title":"To update certain changes to property tax collection laws","description":"For legislation to update certain changes to property tax collection laws. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1929","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998589,"bill_number":"S326","title":"To expand student opportunities in career technical education","description":"For legislation to expand student opportunities in career technical education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S326","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998590,"bill_number":"S598","title":"Permitting free passage across private tidelands","description":"Relative to recreation on private tidelands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2729","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S598","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998591,"bill_number":"S1717","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 Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1717","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998592,"bill_number":"S906","title":"Relative to health care non-discrimination","description":"For legislation relative to health care non-discrimination. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S906","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998593,"bill_number":"S369","title":"To establish the Whole Child Grant Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Whole Child Grant Program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S369","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998594,"bill_number":"S409","title":"To establish a community schools special legislative commission","description":"For legislation to establish a community schools special legislative commission to investigate community schools and to make recommendations regarding the adoption of community schools across the commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S409","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998595,"bill_number":"S885","title":"Relative to premium impact statements","description":"For legislation relative to premium impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S885","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998596,"bill_number":"S776","title":"Relative to colon cancer screening","description":"Relative to colon cancer screening. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S776","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998597,"bill_number":"S1282","title":"Relative to repeat violent firearm offenders","description":"For legislation relative to repeat violent firearm offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1282","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998598,"bill_number":"S2030","title":"For a literacy tax credit","description":"For legislation for a literacy tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2030","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998599,"bill_number":"S583","title":"Promoting climate safe buildings","description":"For legislation to promote climate safe buildings. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2718","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S583","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998600,"bill_number":"S811","title":"To improve outcomes for those with limb loss and limb difference","description":"For legislation to provide coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices including the repair or replacement of prosthetic or orthotic devices to eligible MassHealth members. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S811","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998601,"bill_number":"S863","title":"Relative to non-opioid options for chronic pain","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for non-opioid pain medications for chronic pain. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S863","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998602,"bill_number":"S1628","title":"To protect the independence of clinical decision making","description":"For legislation to allow an independent health care practice to have ultimate control over clinical decision making. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1534","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1628","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998603,"bill_number":"S1555","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1555","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998604,"bill_number":"S921","title":"To facilitate student financial assistance","description":"For legislation to facilitate student financial assistance and establish the FAFSA Trust Fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2533","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S921","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998605,"bill_number":"S2070","title":"Relative to veteran tax abatements","description":"For legislation relative to veteran tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2070","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998606,"bill_number":"S673","title":"Establishing the New England Fusion Research Compact","description":"For legislation to establish the New England Fusion Research Compact. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S673","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998607,"bill_number":"S989","title":"Establishing the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program","description":"For legislation to establish the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2832","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S989","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998608,"bill_number":"S1696","title":"Promoting fairness in licensing","description":"For legislation to promote fairness in firearm licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1696","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998609,"bill_number":"S2502","title":"Ensuring annuity eligibility for Gold Star Spouses","description":"For legislation to increase annuity for disabled Veterans and Gold Star families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2502","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998610,"bill_number":"S759","title":"Redirecting excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs","description":"For legislation to redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care needs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S759","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998611,"bill_number":"S1097","title":"Relative to appealing a notice of disinvitation","description":"For legislation to appeal a notice of disinvitation to access a premises. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1097","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998612,"bill_number":"S1140","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure review division. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1140","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998613,"bill_number":"S175","title":"Promoting small business growth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote small business growth in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S175","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998614,"bill_number":"S983","title":"To promote housing cooperatives","description":"For legislation to promote housing cooperatives. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2761","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S983","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998615,"bill_number":"S1714","title":"Relative to creating a voluntary do-not-sell list","description":"For legislation relative to creating a voluntary firearms do-not-sell firearms list. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1714","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998616,"bill_number":"S1378","title":"Relative to employee leave of absence to appear in probate and family court","description":"For legislation relative to employee leave of absence to appear in probate and family court. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1378","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998617,"bill_number":"S2145","title":"Designating October 15 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate October 15 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2145","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998618,"bill_number":"S1187","title":"To prevent human trafficking through increased public awareness","description":"For legislation to prevent human trafficking through increased public awareness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1187","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998619,"bill_number":"S1218","title":"Relative to protecting innocent sellers","description":"For legislation to protect innocent sellers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1218","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998620,"bill_number":"S1194","title":"To prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices","description":"For legislation to prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1194","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998621,"bill_number":"S267","title":"Updating the unit pricing exemption threshold","description":"For legislation to update the unit pricing exemption threshold. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2965","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S267","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998622,"bill_number":"S1366","title":"Relative to non-compete agreements for veterinarians","description":"For legislation relative to non-compete agreements for veterinarians. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1366","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998623,"bill_number":"S52","title":"Relative to membership updates for the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","description":"For legislation to update the membership for the Massachusetts Food Policy Council. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S52/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S52","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998624,"bill_number":"S1374","title":"Relative to mandated use of paid time off for quarantine purposes","description":"For legislation relative to mandated use of paid time off for quarantine purposes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1374","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998625,"bill_number":"S2121","title":"Establishing the official marine flora of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish eelgrass as the official marine flora of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2121","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998626,"bill_number":"S248","title":"Regulating surgical assistants","description":"For legislation to license and regulate surgical assistants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1511","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S248","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998627,"bill_number":"S1825","title":"Continuing the employment of police chief Edward Walsh in the city of Taunton until attaining the age of 70","description":"For legislation to continue the employment of police chief Edward Walsh in the city of Taunton until attaining the age of 70. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft (Dooner) substituted, see S2643","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1825","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998628,"bill_number":"S513","title":"Establishing the state primary to the second Tuesday of May","description":"For legislation to establish the state primary to the second Tuesday of May. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S513","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998629,"bill_number":"S1600","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1600","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998630,"bill_number":"S2051","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2051","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998631,"bill_number":"S1952","title":"Establishing the rural jobs act","description":"For legislation to establish the rural jobs act to promote the retention and expansion of existing jobs, stimulate the creation of new jobs, and attract new business and industry to rural areas. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1952","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998632,"bill_number":"S2485","title":"Relative to military personnel and medical records","description":"For legislation relative to military personnel and medical records. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2485","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998633,"bill_number":"S2473","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure the safety of the Commonwealth by not authorizing any part of the organized militia or national guard personnel on state active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2621","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2473","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998634,"bill_number":"S932","title":"Relative to admissions requirements to institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to allow the department of higher education to review the practice of requiring applicants to take a standardized college entrance aptitude test to gain admittance to an undergraduate degree program at a public institution of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S932","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998635,"bill_number":"S2171","title":"Relative to the creation of the office of municipal efficiency and regionalization (OMER)","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of the office of municipal efficiency and regionalization (OMER). State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2171","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998636,"bill_number":"S787","title":"Ensuring timely insurance loss-draft payouts for homeowners","description":"For legislation to establish protections for homeowners by regulating mortgage lenders' handling of insurance payouts (loss drafts) after property damage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S787","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998637,"bill_number":"S1937","title":"Enabling a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing","description":"For legislation to grant a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1937","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998638,"bill_number":"S2461","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2461","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998639,"bill_number":"S644","title":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","description":"Relative to pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2721","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S644","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998640,"bill_number":"S2504","title":"Relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division","description":"For legislation relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2504","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998641,"bill_number":"S624","title":"To consider the safety of artificial grass and turf surfaces","description":"For legislation to consider the safety of artificial grass and turf surfaces. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S624","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998642,"bill_number":"S2002","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2002","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998643,"bill_number":"S1223","title":"To empower and protect survivors of domestic violence","description":"For legislation to empower and protect survivors of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1223","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998644,"bill_number":"S586","title":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management","description":"For legislation to maintain adequate water supplies through effective drought management. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S586","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998645,"bill_number":"S1169","title":"Enhancing remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse","description":"For legislation to ensure that survivors of childhood sexual abuse shall not be subject to a limitation on damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1169","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998646,"bill_number":"S572","title":"Establishing sustainable and equitable funding for climate change adaptation and mitigation","description":"For legislation to establish sustainable and equitable funding for climate change adaptation and mitigation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S572","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998647,"bill_number":"S198","title":"Relative to increasing opportunities for employment in professional licensure","description":"For legislation to further regulate professional and occupational licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S198","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998648,"bill_number":"S461","title":"To protect children's learning, focus, and emotional health during school hours","description":"For legislation to prohibit access to personal electronic devices and social media in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S461","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998649,"bill_number":"S1915","title":"Clarifying call firefighter rights","description":"For legislation to clarify call firefighters rights. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading report accepted, see S2960","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1915","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998650,"bill_number":"S1663","title":"Relative to the sex offender registry","description":"For legislation relative to the sex offender registry for employees of municipal police or fire departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1663","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998651,"bill_number":"S1191","title":"Protecting survivors of domestic abuse","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of domestic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1191","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998652,"bill_number":"S690","title":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","description":"For legislation to mandate access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S690","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998653,"bill_number":"S507","title":"Improving campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees","description":"For legislation to improve campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2898","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S507","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998654,"bill_number":"S1621","title":"Relative to medical records requests","description":"For legislation relative to medical records requests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1621","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998655,"bill_number":"S1851","title":"Relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel","description":"For legislation relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1851","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998656,"bill_number":"S2198","title":"Relative to the submission of design build proposals","description":"For legislation relative to the submission of design build proposals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2198","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998657,"bill_number":"S446","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S446","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998658,"bill_number":"S1310","title":"To protect injured workers","description":"For legislation to protect injured workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1310","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998659,"bill_number":"S1290","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights","description":"For legislation relative to collective bargaining right. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1290","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998660,"bill_number":"S2264","title":"Relative to consumer protection for residential solar customers","description":"For legislation relative to consumer protection for residential solar customers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2264","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998661,"bill_number":"S2250","title":"Relative to municipal authority in public rights of way","description":"For legislation relative to public utilities that operate in public rights of way. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2250","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998662,"bill_number":"S140","title":"Concerning food insecurity and supporting the restaurant industry","description":"For legislation relative to food insecurity and supporting the restaurant industry. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S140","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998663,"bill_number":"S36","title":"To provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement","description":"For legislation to protect residents from abusive use of their biometric information. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S43","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S36/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998664,"bill_number":"S228","title":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","description":"For legislation to modernize protections for consumers in automobile transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2945","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S228","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998665,"bill_number":"S1369","title":"Relative to nonprofit institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation relative to nonprofit institutions of higher education and payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1369","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998666,"bill_number":"S1523","title":"Removing social security numbers from death certificates","description":"For legislation to remove social security numbers from death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1523","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998667,"bill_number":"S1904","title":"Relative to veterans service officers retirement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to veterans service officers retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1904","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998668,"bill_number":"S1463","title":"Authorizing the county of Plymouth to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"For legislation to authorize the county of Plymouth to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1463","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998669,"bill_number":"S1469","title":"Relative to special education reserve funds","description":"Relative to school district special education reserve funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1469","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998670,"bill_number":"S2022","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to a senior state property tax deferral program","description":"Relative to a senior state property tax deferral program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2713","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2022","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998671,"bill_number":"S569","title":"Protecting our coasts from offshore drilling","description":"For legislation to protect our coasts from offshore drilling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S569","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998672,"bill_number":"S68","title":"Relative to lobstering closure mitigation","description":"For legislation relative to lobster closure mitigation. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S68/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S68","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998673,"bill_number":"S803","title":"Ensuring access to executive physical exams","description":"For legislation to ensure access to annual executive physical exams to any active or retired employee of the commonwealth insured under the group insurance commission. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S803","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998674,"bill_number":"S693","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S693","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998675,"bill_number":"S429","title":"To establish a commission to investigate AI in education","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to investigate AI in education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S429","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998676,"bill_number":"S753","title":"Enhancing homebuyer awareness by providing notice to persons purchasing property in a flood zone","description":"For legislation to enhance homebuyer awareness by providing notice to persons purchasing property in a flood zone. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S753","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998677,"bill_number":"S1439","title":"Exempting certain adjacent communities from MBTA zoning requirements","description":"For legislation to exempt certain adjacent communities without direct access to MBTA services from zoning laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1439","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998678,"bill_number":"S352","title":"Relative to MSBA school funding","description":"For legislation relative to MSBA school funding increases for technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S403","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S352","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998679,"bill_number":"S1103","title":"Relative to clarifying check fraud jurisdiction and enhancing check washing penalties","description":"For legislation to increase fines and penalties for check fraud and check washing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1103","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998680,"bill_number":"S316","title":"To promote social-emotional learning","description":"For legislation to promote social-emotional learning. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2609","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S316","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998681,"bill_number":"S1210","title":"Concerning the disclosure of the home address and home contact information of certain public safety officials","description":"For legislation relative to the disclosure of the home address and home contact information of certain public safety officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1210","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998682,"bill_number":"S1409","title":"To reform mental health supports and increase public safety","description":"For legislation to mandate psychiatric evaluations in a hospital emergency room if a restraint authorization is given. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2813","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1409","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998683,"bill_number":"S2356","title":"Relative to third party delivery fees for transportation infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to third party delivery fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2356","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998684,"bill_number":"S112","title":"Relative to Children’s Advocacy Centers","description":"For legislation relative to Children’s Advocacy Centers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S112","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998685,"bill_number":"S1229","title":"Protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions","description":"For legislation to protect honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1229","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998686,"bill_number":"S1737","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1737","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998687,"bill_number":"S2268","title":"Relative to alternative portfolio standards","description":"For legislation relative to alternative portfolio standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2268","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998688,"bill_number":"S591","title":"Relative to greywater recycling","description":"For legislation relative to greywater recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2747","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S591","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998689,"bill_number":"S2430","title":"Relative to motorcycle permit requirements","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle permit requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2430","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998690,"bill_number":"S1199","title":"To add law enforcement councils to the Massachusetts TORT Claims Act","description":"For legislation to add law enforcement councils to the definition of employer under the tort claim law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1199","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998691,"bill_number":"S1707","title":"To ensure access to medical parole","description":"For legislation to remove barriers to medical parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2857","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1707","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998692,"bill_number":"S2141","title":"Relative to amending certain use restrictions for the Foxborough State Hospital","description":"For legislation relative to amend certain use restrictions for the Foxborough State Hospital. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2141","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998693,"bill_number":"S610","title":"Re-establishing the Clean Environment Fund","description":"For legislation to re-establish the Clean Environment Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S610","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998694,"bill_number":"S351","title":"Relative to air quality in public schools","description":"For legislation to create a task force to review and investigate indoor air quality in public school buildings. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S351","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998695,"bill_number":"S80","title":"To create efficiencies in the cannabis employment process","description":"For legislation to create efficiencies in the cannabis employment process by issuing single agent registration cards. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S80/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S80","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998696,"bill_number":"S1765","title":"Relative to the visibility of fire hydrants","description":"For legislation relative to the visibility of fire hydrants. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1765","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998697,"bill_number":"S86","title":"To support cannabis equity businesses","description":"For legislation to support cannabis equity businesses by creating a searchable online database of all operational cannabis dispensaries. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2817","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S86/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S86","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998698,"bill_number":"S1498","title":"Relative to tobacco harm-reduction","description":"For legislation relative to tobacco harm-reduction. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1498","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998699,"bill_number":"S943","title":"To ban discriminatory admissions practices at higher education institutions","description":"For legislation to ban discriminatory admissions practices at higher education institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2534","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S943","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998700,"bill_number":"S1454","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable related funds","description":"For legislation relative to PEG access and cable related funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1454","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998701,"bill_number":"S1593","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1593","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998702,"bill_number":"S1738","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1738","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998703,"bill_number":"S1503","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1503","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998704,"bill_number":"S2110","title":"Establishing Building Trades Recovery Week","description":"For legislation to establish Building Trades Recovery Week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2110","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998705,"bill_number":"S1114","title":"Requiring clean slate automated record sealing","description":"For legislation to provide easier and greater access to record sealing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1114","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998706,"bill_number":"S108","title":"Protecting youth during custodial interrogations","description":"For legislation protecting youth during custodial interrogations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S108","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998707,"bill_number":"S2032","title":"Related to a universal basic income pilot","description":"For legislation relative to a universal basic income pilot. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2032","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998708,"bill_number":"S1176","title":"Relative to a humane response to a mental health crisis","description":"For legislation to remove the 3-day commitment period to a facility for a person with a mental illness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1176","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998709,"bill_number":"S1002","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units on smaller lots","description":"For legislation to require a municipal vote relative to tenant occupancy of accessory dwelling units on smaller lots. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1002","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998710,"bill_number":"S1563","title":"Prioritizing patient access to care","description":"For legislation to prioritize patient access to care based upon the professional judgment of the physician.. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1563","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998711,"bill_number":"S843","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S843","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998712,"bill_number":"S2078","title":"Relative to exempting certain medical supplies from the state sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt certain medical supplies from the state sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2078","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998713,"bill_number":"S1982","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1982","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998714,"bill_number":"S1467","title":"Allowing MBTA Communities to seek relief","description":"For legislation to allow MBTA Communities to seek relief based on certain adverse impacts to the municipality. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1467","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998715,"bill_number":"S1006","title":"Creating the Home Works Program","description":"For legislation to create the Home Works Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2818","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1006","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998716,"bill_number":"S681","title":"Relative to trans-inclusive health care access","description":"For legislation relative to trans-inclusive health care access. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S681","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998717,"bill_number":"S190","title":"Regarding professional licensure","description":"For legislation relative to professional licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2667","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S190","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998718,"bill_number":"S1654","title":"Relative to postsecondary education in correctional facilities","description":"For legislation relative to postsecondary education in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1654","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998719,"bill_number":"S749","title":"Establishing the interagency financial scams task force","description":"For legislation to create a task force to review and investigate financial scams across the commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S749","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998720,"bill_number":"S2063","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2063","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998721,"bill_number":"S631","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water in schools","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water in schools. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S631","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998722,"bill_number":"S1413","title":"To promote victim service funding","description":"For legislation to promote the victim service fund with revenues received by the commonwealth from public and private sources as gifts, grants and donations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1413","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998723,"bill_number":"S1373","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2841","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1373","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998724,"bill_number":"S714","title":"To strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S714","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998725,"bill_number":"S2341","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2341","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998726,"bill_number":"S1946","title":"Relative to the housing development incentive program","description":"For legislation relative to the housing development incentive program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1946","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998727,"bill_number":"S871","title":"Ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism","description":"For legislation to require MassHealth to cover medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S871","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998728,"bill_number":"S506","title":"Relative to dark money in local government","description":"For legislation relative to dark money in local government. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S506","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998729,"bill_number":"S1797","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1797","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998730,"bill_number":"S1979","title":"Stimulating small business investment","description":"For legislation to stimulate small business investment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1979","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998731,"bill_number":"S1845","title":"Relative to 911 emergency telecommunicators inclusion in the heart bill","description":"For legislation relative to 911 emergency telecommunicators inclusion in the heart bill. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1845","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998732,"bill_number":"S1566","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1566","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998733,"bill_number":"S2064","title":"Establishing a living organ donor tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a living organ donor tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2064","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998734,"bill_number":"S1449","title":"Relative to firefighter residency","description":"For legislation relative to firefighter residency. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1449","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998735,"bill_number":"S445","title":"Relative to parental notification in public schools ","description":"For legislation relative to parental notification in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S445","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998736,"bill_number":"S1836","title":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities within the state employees' retirement system","description":"For legislation to determine the cost percentage of non-Commonwealth entities within the state employees' retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1836","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998737,"bill_number":"S997","title":"Creating an office of tenant protections","description":"For legislation to create an office of tenant protections within the executive office of housing and livable communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S997","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998738,"bill_number":"S2234","title":"Aligning state electric vehicle charger reliability regulations with the national electric vehicle infrastructure program","description":"For legislation to align state electric vehicle charger reliability regulations with the national electric vehicle infrastructure program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2234","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998739,"bill_number":"S372","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S372","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998740,"bill_number":"S1756","title":"To repeal pay-to-stay fees","description":"For legislation to repeal pay-to-stay fees for inmates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1756","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998741,"bill_number":"S1401","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1401","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998742,"bill_number":"S1273","title":"Relative to judicial authority to maintain election integrity","description":"For legislation relative the power of courts and judges to maintain election integrity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1273","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998743,"bill_number":"S177","title":"Relative to starter home school cost reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to starter home school cost reimbursement. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S177","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998744,"bill_number":"S1436","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Everett","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city of Everett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1436","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998745,"bill_number":"S1331","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights of Massachusetts employees","description":"For legislation to support collective bargaining rights for Massachusetts employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1331","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998746,"bill_number":"S1251","title":"Repealing the criminalization of blasphemy","description":"For legislation to repeal the criminalization of blasphemy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1251","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998747,"bill_number":"S1841","title":"Regarding the disability pension for Michael Palmer","description":"For legislation regarding the disability pension for Michael Palmer. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1841","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998748,"bill_number":"S1879","title":"Expanding access to retirement savings","description":"For legislation to expand access to retirement savings. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1879","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998749,"bill_number":"S1075","title":"Relative to Gardner District Court","description":"For legislation relative to Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1075","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998750,"bill_number":"S1241","title":"Related to educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults","description":"Relative to educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1241","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998751,"bill_number":"S745","title":"Limiting out of pocket health expenses","description":"For legislation to limit out of pocket health expenses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S745","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998752,"bill_number":"S2028","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the sales tax for certain purchases by rental companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2028","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998753,"bill_number":"S1168","title":"Concerning furnishing transcripts of notes and fees","description":"For legislation to set rates for transcripts of notes and fees taken at a trial or hearing by a transcriber. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1168","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998754,"bill_number":"S970","title":"Improving municipal access to general existing housing data","description":"For legislation to improve municipal access to general existing housing data. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S970","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998755,"bill_number":"S1760","title":"Relative to arson investigators","description":"For legislation relative to arson investigators. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1760","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998756,"bill_number":"S1706","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1706","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998757,"bill_number":"S555","title":"To establish a grant and loan program for low-noise, low-emissions landscape maintenance equipment","description":"For legislation to establish a grant and loan program for low-noise, low-emissions landscape maintenance equipment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S555","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998758,"bill_number":"S1703","title":"Enhancing child passenger safety","description":"For legislation to enhance child passenger safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1703","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998759,"bill_number":"S562","title":"Relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations","description":"For legislation relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S562","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998760,"bill_number":"S270","title":"Relative to small businesses and the sale of certain cultural products","description":"For legislation relative to small businesses and the sale of certain cultural products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2745","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S270","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998761,"bill_number":"S2319","title":"To reduce gas leaks","description":"For legislation to reduce gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2319","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998762,"bill_number":"S2295","title":"Reforming the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company board of directors","description":"For legislation to reform the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company board of directors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2295","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998763,"bill_number":"S1174","title":"Protecting minors from the creation of computer-generated child sexual abuse visual materials","description":"For legislation to protect minors from the creation of computer-generated child sexual abuse visual materials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1174","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998764,"bill_number":"S744","title":"Relative to group insurance commission procurement","description":"For legislation relative to group insurance commission procurement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S744","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998765,"bill_number":"S494","title":"Relative to nursing home policies regarding notice of vacancy","description":"For legislation relative to nursing home policies regarding notice of vacancy. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S494","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998766,"bill_number":"S498","title":"Relative to Election Day registration at polling places","description":"For legislation relative to Election Day registration at polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S498","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998767,"bill_number":"S1522","title":"Promoting patient safety and equitable access to care","description":"For legislation to promote patient safety and equitable access to care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1522","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998768,"bill_number":"S1161","title":"Relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1161","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998769,"bill_number":"S496","title":"Clarifying responsibility for policy and budgetary decision-making in nursing homes","description":"For legislation to clarify accountability for policy and budgetary decision-making in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S496","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998770,"bill_number":"S1020","title":"Providing for pre-service training for members of mobile home rent control boards","description":"For legislation to provide pre-service training free of charge for members of mobile home rent control boards. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2828","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1020","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998771,"bill_number":"S2174","title":"Establishing an office of unsolved homicides","description":"For legislation to establish an office of unsolved homicides within the office of the attorney general. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2174","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998772,"bill_number":"S2142","title":"Discouraging employers from closing call centers and customer service operations in the Commonwealth and relocating overseas, and for other purposes","description":"For legislation to discourage employers from closing call centers and customer service operations in the Commonwealth and relocating overseas, and for other purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2142","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998773,"bill_number":"S1878","title":"Relative to the SMART plan","description":"For legislation relative to the SMART plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1878","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998774,"bill_number":"S849","title":"To ensure health care as a right","description":"For legislation to ensure health care for all. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S849","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998775,"bill_number":"S1528","title":"Repealing the state menthol ban","description":"For legislation to repeal the state menthol ban. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1528","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998776,"bill_number":"S1384","title":"Relative to student mental health","description":"For legislation relative to student mental health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1384","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998777,"bill_number":"S2292","title":"To further empower local climate action","description":"For legislation to update applications for zoning ordinances that require new building construction or major renovation projects to be fossil fuel-free. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2292","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998778,"bill_number":"S645","title":"Prohibiting the use of coal tar sealers","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of coal tar sealers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S645","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998779,"bill_number":"S1188","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1188","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998780,"bill_number":"S1177","title":"Protecting titles to real estate in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to enforce fines for failing to correctly record real estate titles in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1177","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998781,"bill_number":"S2271","title":"Relative to natural gas shut-off valves, gate boxes and public safety","description":"For legislation relative to natural gas shut-off valves, gate boxes and public safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2271","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998782,"bill_number":"S2253","title":"To reduce congestion and encourage shared rides","description":"For legislation to reduce congestion and encourage shared rides. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2253","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998783,"bill_number":"S104","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S104","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998784,"bill_number":"S2402","title":"Relative to peer to peer car sharing","description":"For legislation relative to peer to peer car sharing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2402","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998785,"bill_number":"S2237","title":"Defining clean energy","description":"For legislation to define clean energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2237","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998786,"bill_number":"S90","title":"Establishing an internal special audit unit within the Cannabis Control Commission","description":"For legislation to establish an internal special audit unit within the Cannabis Control Commission. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S90/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S90","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998787,"bill_number":"S1196","title":"To prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking","description":"For legislation to prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking by increasing fines and penalties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1196","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998788,"bill_number":"S2342","title":"Relative to railroad crew transportation","description":"For legislation relative to railroad crew transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2342","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998789,"bill_number":"S1302","title":"To correct non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments","description":"For legislation relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1302","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998790,"bill_number":"S2127","title":"Relating to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects","description":"For legislation relative to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2127","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998791,"bill_number":"S1039","title":"Relative to due process","description":"For legislation relative to due process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1039","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998792,"bill_number":"S1662","title":"Requiring seat belts on school buses","description":"For legislation relative to requirements for seatbelts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1662","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998793,"bill_number":"S1899","title":"Relative to superannuation benefits for Ann Marie OKeeffe","description":"For legislation relative to superannuation benefits for Ann Marie OKeeffe. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1899","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998794,"bill_number":"S719","title":"Relative to private flood insurance","description":"For legislation relative to private flood insurance coverage and rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S719","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998795,"bill_number":"S1170","title":"Relative to the partition of nominee trusts","description":"For legislation relative to the partition of nominee trusts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1170","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998796,"bill_number":"S2043","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2043","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998797,"bill_number":"S31","title":"Relative to the modernization of state agency information technology systems","description":"For legislation to modernize state agency information technology systems. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S31/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S31","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998798,"bill_number":"S546","title":"Relative to the Quabbin watershed and regional equity","description":"For legislation to establish the Quabbin Host Community Trust Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S546","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998799,"bill_number":"S1479","title":"To clarify prescription monitoring program activities","description":"For legislation to clarify prescription monitoring program activities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1479","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998800,"bill_number":"S537","title":"To strengthen the Commonwealth's strategic preparedness stockpiles","description":"For legislation to strengthen the strategic preparedness stockpiles. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S537","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998801,"bill_number":"S1094","title":"Relative to fentanyl arrests","description":"For legislation relative to fentanyl arrests. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1094","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998802,"bill_number":"S835","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S835","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998803,"bill_number":"S2328","title":"Regarding free expression","description":"For legislation relative to free expression in school and public libraries. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2696","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2328","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998804,"bill_number":"S538","title":"Relative to emergency response and preparedness in the event of a surge in pediatric or adult hospitalizations","description":"Relative to emergency response and preparedness in the event of surges in pediatric or adult hospitalizations. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S538","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998805,"bill_number":"S678","title":"Relative to motor vehicle liability insurance requirements","description":"For legislation to increase motor vehicle liability insurance requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2844","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S678","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1998806,"bill_number":"S931","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2698","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S931","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998807,"bill_number":"S234","title":"To revitalize agriculture, conditioning and simulcasting","description":"For legislation to revitalize agriculture, conditioning and simulcasting. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2820","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S234","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998808,"bill_number":"S996","title":"To secure housing for returning citizens","description":"For legislation to secure housing for returning citizens. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2764","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S996","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998809,"bill_number":"S2310","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2310","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998810,"bill_number":"S1435","title":"Authorizing Barnstable County to establish an energy revolving loan fund","description":"For legislation to authorize Barnstable County to establish an energy revolving loan fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1435","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998811,"bill_number":"S1120","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1120","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998812,"bill_number":"S2131","title":"Establishing an office of economic empowerment","description":"For legislation to establish an office of economic empowerment. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2131","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998813,"bill_number":"S1320","title":"To increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers","description":"For legislation to increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1320","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998814,"bill_number":"S43","title":"To protect personal biometric data","description":"For legislation to protect personal biometric data. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S43/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S43","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998815,"bill_number":"S243","title":"Requiring consumer notification for chatbot systems","description":"For legislation to require consumer notification for software or computer program that simulates human conversation or chatter through text or voice interactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S243","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998816,"bill_number":"S164","title":"Resolve establishing the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases","description":"By Mr. Moore, a petition of Michael O. Moore and Mark C. Montigny that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2602","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S164","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998817,"bill_number":"S2139","title":"Relative to unpaid student loans","description":"For legislation relative to unpaid student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2139","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998818,"bill_number":"S1087","title":"To end lifetime parole for juveniles and emerging adults","description":"For legislation to abolish sentences of life without parole for individuals who committed crimes while they were considered minors or young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1087","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998819,"bill_number":"S2017","title":"Establishing a tax on local revenues from digital advertising","description":"For legislation to establish a tax on local revenues from digital advertising. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2017","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998820,"bill_number":"S1618","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"For legislation to promote community immunity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2623","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1618","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998821,"bill_number":"S217","title":"Relative to conviviality and downtown revitalization","description":"For legislation relative to conviviality and downtown revitalization by allowing discounted alcohol sales. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S217","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998822,"bill_number":"S357","title":"Relative to licensed care and financial resource information for new parents and guardians","description":"For legislation relative to licensed care and financial resource information for parents of newborns. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S357","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998823,"bill_number":"S536","title":"Relative to accountability for defective and spoiled ballots.","description":"For legislation relative to accountability for defective and spoiled ballots.. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S536","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998824,"bill_number":"S660","title":"To protect coastal resources","description":"For legislation to protect coastal resources by establishing the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2731","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S660","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998825,"bill_number":"S728","title":"Relative to step therapy and in vitro fertilization insurance coverage","description":"Relative to step therapy and in vitro fertilization insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S728","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998826,"bill_number":"S2284","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2284","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998827,"bill_number":"S1793","title":"Relative to the Human Resources Division's civil service unit","description":"For legislation relative to the human resources division's civil service unit. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1793","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998828,"bill_number":"S1481","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1481","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998829,"bill_number":"S1438","title":"Granting a compliance extension for certain adjacent communities","description":"For legislation to grant a compliance extension for certain MBTA adjacent communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1438","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1998830,"bill_number":"S687","title":"Ensuring access to fair and reasonable pharmacy networks","description":"For legislation to ensure access to fair and reasonable pharmacy networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S687","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998831,"bill_number":"S2120","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted (Creem), see S3142","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2120","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998832,"bill_number":"S596","title":"Relative to hunting near a dwelling","description":"For legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S596","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998833,"bill_number":"S2302","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2302","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998834,"bill_number":"S1475","title":"To provide clarifications to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 83","description":"For legislation relative to the construction of sewer systems and assessments by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2568","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1475","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998835,"bill_number":"S342","title":"Providing for diabetes management in schools","description":"For legislation relative to providing for diabetes management in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S342","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998836,"bill_number":"S1678","title":"Simplifying ammunition sales","description":"For legislation relative to the licensing of ammunition sales. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1678","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998837,"bill_number":"S390","title":"To establishing a commission to study the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S403","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S390","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998838,"bill_number":"S783","title":"To promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement","description":"For legislation to promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S783","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998839,"bill_number":"S1876","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of certain employees of the city of Beverly","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of certain employees of the city of Beverly. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1876","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998840,"bill_number":"S1917","title":"Relative to the definition of veteran for public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of Veteran for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1917","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998841,"bill_number":"S2146","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program","description":"For legislation to address the racial wealth gap. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2146","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998842,"bill_number":"S1123","title":"Clarifying the child advocate’s authority to access juvenile records","description":"For legislation to clarify the child advocate’s authority to access juvenile records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1123","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998843,"bill_number":"S459","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S459","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998844,"bill_number":"S2195","title":"Relative to the executive session interview process","description":"For legislation to consider or interview applicants for executive sessions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2195","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998845,"bill_number":"S1291","title":"Relative to workplace psychological safety","description":"For legislation to implement workplace bullying regulations that include fines for violations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1291","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998846,"bill_number":"S2178","title":"Relative to transparency and accountability in procurement","description":"For legislation relative to transparency and accountability in procurement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2178","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998847,"bill_number":"S904","title":"To strengthen health spending accountability processes within the health policy commission and the center for health information and analysis","description":"For legislation to strengthen health spending accountability processes within the health policy commission and the center for health information and analysis. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied by S868","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S904","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998848,"bill_number":"S1136","title":"Preventing false confessions","description":"Relative to preventing false confessions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1136","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998849,"bill_number":"S915","title":"Ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality","description":"For legislation to ensure temporary nursing service agency quality. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S915","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998850,"bill_number":"S2069","title":"Relative to home modifications for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to home modifications for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2069","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998851,"bill_number":"S2464","title":"In furtherance of the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people","description":"For legislation to extend the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2464","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998852,"bill_number":"S1565","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"For legislation relative to diabetes prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1565","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998853,"bill_number":"S1639","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1639","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998854,"bill_number":"S1884","title":"Relative to teacher retirement election","description":"For legislation relative to teacher retirement election. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1884","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998855,"bill_number":"S2123","title":"To promote public procurement and inclusive entrepreneurship","description":"For legislation to promote public procurement and inclusive entrepreneurship. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2123","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998856,"bill_number":"S1257","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1257","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998857,"bill_number":"S1239","title":"Relative to uniform partition of heirs property","description":"For legislation relative to uniform partition of heirs property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1239","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998858,"bill_number":"S1158","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1158","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998859,"bill_number":"S1377","title":"Relative to wage theft and due process","description":"For legislation relative to wage theft and due process. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2843","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1377","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998860,"bill_number":"S888","title":"Increasing access to MassHealth dental providers","description":"For legislation to increase access to MassHealth dental providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S888","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998861,"bill_number":"S535","title":"To fairly fund early voting","description":"For legislation to fairly fund early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S535","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998862,"bill_number":"S2072","title":"Incentivizing veterans to reside in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to incentivize veterans to reside in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2072","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998863,"bill_number":"S292","title":"Relative to growing resources to optimize the utilization of group therapeutic care","description":"For legislation to create coverage and regulations for group therapeutic care. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S292","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998864,"bill_number":"S520","title":"To improve the fairness, and public transparency of all individuals, who may have, and/or intersect, with election officials, in the commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to improve the fairness, and public transparency of all individuals, who may have, and/or intersect, with election officials, in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S520","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998865,"bill_number":"S1135","title":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures for criminal complaints","description":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures for criminal complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1135","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998866,"bill_number":"S1581","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1581","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998867,"bill_number":"S1830","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookfield to continue employment of Herb Chaffee beyond the age of 65","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Brookfield to continue employment of Herb Chaffee beyond the age of 65. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1830","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998868,"bill_number":"S481","title":"To establish the Office of Older Adult Advocate","description":"For legislation to ensure older adults under the care of the Commonwealth receive dignified treatment and access to all available benefits and services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S481","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998869,"bill_number":"S2419","title":"To improve pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation to update Massachusetts Department of Transportation manual for determining pedestrian clearance times at signalized crosswalks. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2419","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998870,"bill_number":"S801","title":"To remove barriers to patient care","description":"Relative to diagnostic evaluation by an advanced practice registered nurse. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S801","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998871,"bill_number":"S2364","title":"To promote commuter rail ridership","description":"For legislation to create a fare structure for the MBTA commuter rail designed to increase ridership. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2364","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998872,"bill_number":"S2073","title":"Relative to veterans tax exemptions","description":"For legislation relative to veterans tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2073","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998873,"bill_number":"S1866","title":"Clarifying Group 4 retirement classification eligibility for utility maintenance workers","description":"For legislation to clarify Group 4 retirement classification eligibility for utility maintenance workers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1866","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998874,"bill_number":"S1332","title":"Clarifying the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees","description":"For legislation to clarify the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1332","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1998875,"bill_number":"S339","title":"Ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education","description":"For legislation to ensure high quality pre-kindergarten education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S339","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998876,"bill_number":"S2097","title":"Ensuring transparency in research funding","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of manufacturing corporations or a research and development corporations in the commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2753","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2097","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998877,"bill_number":"S276","title":"Authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of alcohol to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of alcohol to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S276","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998878,"bill_number":"S1997","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to report on the moral budget","description":"By Mr. Feeney, a petition of Paul R. Feeney that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to evaluate and report on the impact that passage of the People’s Budget would have on Massachusetts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3002","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1997","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998879,"bill_number":"S2500","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. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2500","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998880,"bill_number":"S1386","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1386","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998881,"bill_number":"S1344","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1344","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1998882,"bill_number":"S1284","title":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","description":"For legislation relative to the length of wiretap warrants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3192","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1284","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998883,"bill_number":"S740","title":"Relative to certificate of deposit interest income","description":"For legislation relative to certificate of deposit interest income. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2845","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S740","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998884,"bill_number":"S423","title":"Relative to student financial literacy","description":"For legislation relative to student financial literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S423","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998885,"bill_number":"S2232","title":"To exempt solar installations on federal military lands from renewable energy production caps","description":"For legislation to exempt solar installations on federal military lands from renewable energy production caps. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2232","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1998886,"bill_number":"S2285","title":"To establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks","description":"For legislation to establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2285","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1998887,"bill_number":"S1928","title":"Establishing a municipal tax assessment increase limit","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal tax assessment increase limit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1928","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998888,"bill_number":"S389","title":"Honoring the commonwealth’s commitment to public school districts","description":"For legislation relative to charter school reimbursed by the commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S389","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998889,"bill_number":"S663","title":"Relative to the Salisbury Beach Preservation Trust Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Salisbury Beach Preservation Trust Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S663","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998890,"bill_number":"S732","title":"Increasing access to universal dental care","description":"For legislation to increase access to universal dental care for all residents of the commonwealth regardless of immigration status. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S732","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998891,"bill_number":"S638","title":"Resolve establishing a coastal waters wastewater financing commission","description":"By Mr. Montigny, a petition of Mark C. Montigny, Christopher M. Markey and Mark D. Sylvia that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a coastal waters wastewater financing commission. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S638","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998892,"bill_number":"S2326","title":"To update vehicle emissions standards","description":"For legislation relative to certain exemptions to the vehicle emissions standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2326","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998893,"bill_number":"S1606","title":"Requiring AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations","description":"For legislation to require AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations and that mandatory training be provided to all staff and members. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1606","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998894,"bill_number":"S750","title":"Establishing uniform enforcement and confidentiality provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the division of banks","description":"For legislation to establish uniform enforcement and confidentiality provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the division of banks by enforcing fines and penalties for violations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S750","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998895,"bill_number":"S729","title":"Relative to notifying broker prior to termination of coverage","description":"For legislation relative to notify broker prior to termination of coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S826","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S729","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998896,"bill_number":"S696","title":"Ensuring transparency in the practice of dental leased networks","description":"For legislation to ensure transparency in the practice of dental leased networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S696","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998897,"bill_number":"S956","title":"To address affordable housing","description":"For legislation to address affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee, as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S956","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1998898,"bill_number":"S1081","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1081","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998899,"bill_number":"S1015","title":"Relative to the recovery of emergency assistance funds used on non residents with a financial sponsor","description":"For legislation relative to the recovery of emergency assistance funds used on non residents with a financial sponsor. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1015","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998900,"bill_number":"S1767","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1767","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998901,"bill_number":"S986","title":"Ensuring fair housing for homeless families","description":"For legislation to ensure fair housing for homeless families. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S986","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998902,"bill_number":"S221","title":"To clarify the minimum age for the sale and purchase of adult-use products","description":"For legislation to clarify a consistent statewide minimum age for the sale and purchase of adult-use products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2999","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S221","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998903,"bill_number":"S670","title":"Relative to disabled veterans fishing and hunting licenses","description":"For legislation relative to disabled veterans fishing and hunting licenses. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S670","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998904,"bill_number":"S1733","title":"Building a more accessible Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1733","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998905,"bill_number":"S1105","title":"Relative to employees of private railroads","description":"For legislation relative to employees of private railroads. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1105","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998906,"bill_number":"S387","title":"Relative to safer schools","description":"For legislation relative to safer schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2955","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S387","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998907,"bill_number":"S191","title":"To protect consumers of tickets","description":"For legislation to protect consumers of tickets by employing a paperless ticketing system that gives the consumer an option at the time of initial sale to purchase the same paperless tickets in transferable form that the consumer can transfer at any price. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2996","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S191","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998908,"bill_number":"S948","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation relative to the endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2702","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S948","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998909,"bill_number":"S699","title":"Relative to unilateral contract changes","description":"For legislation relative to unilateral contract changes with health care providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S699","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998910,"bill_number":"S808","title":"Relative to dental insurance consumer protections","description":"For legislation relative to dental insurance consumer protections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S808","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998911,"bill_number":"S2424","title":"Removing the fee for veteran license plates","description":"For legislation to remove the fee for veteran license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2424","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998912,"bill_number":"S969","title":"Establishing an accessory dwelling unit trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S969","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998913,"bill_number":"S634","title":"Conserving our natural resources","description":"For legislation to restrict the use of traps for capturing furbearing mammals. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S634","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998914,"bill_number":"S1045","title":"Protecting personal security","description":"For legislation to protect personal security before a decree of a change of name. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1045","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998915,"bill_number":"S551","title":"Prohibiting the sale of newly farmed fur products","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of newly farmed fur products. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3153","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S551","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998916,"bill_number":"S340","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation relative to healthy youth. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S340","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998917,"bill_number":"S1147","title":"Providing civil legal remedies for victims of economic abuse","description":"For legislation to provide civil legal remedies for victims of economic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1147","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998918,"bill_number":"S1250","title":"Strengthening the commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1250","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998919,"bill_number":"S1829","title":"Relative to certain licensed pipefitters and refrigeration technicians","description":"For legislation relative to certain licensed pipefitters and refrigeration technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1829","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1998920,"bill_number":"S657","title":"Relative to Stony Brook Reservation","description":"For legislation relative to Stony Brook Reservation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S657","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998921,"bill_number":"S1200","title":"Extending the civil statute of limitations for child abuse","description":"For legislation to extend the civil statute of limitations for child abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1200","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998922,"bill_number":"S1972","title":"To allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals","description":"For legislation to allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1972","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1998923,"bill_number":"S1396","title":"Studying the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on frontline, direct care nurses","description":"For legislation to study the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on frontline, direct care nurses. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1396","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998924,"bill_number":"S958","title":"Promoting geographic equity in state-funded housing development","description":"For legislation to promote geographic equity in state-funded housing development. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S958","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998925,"bill_number":"S1881","title":"Relative to the Group Insurance Trust Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Group Insurance Trust Fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1881","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1998926,"bill_number":"S1734","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1734","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998927,"bill_number":"S1768","title":"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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1768","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998928,"bill_number":"S1269","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1269","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998929,"bill_number":"S2203","title":"Enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofits’ core mission work through full cost funding","description":"For legislation to enhance the effectiveness of nonprofits’ core mission work through full cost funding. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2203","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998930,"bill_number":"S2277","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation to allow municipal light plants to provide services to any municipal or state utility, tribal utility or any other publicly-owned or operated utility, whether located inside or outside of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2277","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998931,"bill_number":"S1148","title":"Relative to the fair treatment of employees","description":"For legislation relative to the fair treatment of employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1148","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998932,"bill_number":"S2409","title":"To ensure financial viability in the transportation of farm goods","description":"For legislation relative to permitting fees for operating multiple vehicles under a single farm plate registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2872","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2409","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998933,"bill_number":"S2467","title":"Authorizing amending, updating, and aligning the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran","description":"For legislation to authorize amend update and align the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2467","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998934,"bill_number":"S322","title":"Promoting racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum","description":"For legislation to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2689","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S322","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998935,"bill_number":"S1599","title":"Relative to protecting air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators","description":"For legislation to protect air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1599","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998936,"bill_number":"S192","title":"Relative to refrigeration and pipefitting licensure","description":"For legislation to adopt regulations for the licensing of pipefitters and refrigeration technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2811","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S192","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1998937,"bill_number":"S1782","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program","description":"For legislation to require schools to develop critical response maps. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1782","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1998938,"bill_number":"S1476","title":"To provide clarification to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 80","description":"For legislation to provide clarification of betterments with regard to sewer projects. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2568","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1476","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998939,"bill_number":"S2324","title":"To reduce Emissions","description":"For legislation to reduce emissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2324","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998940,"bill_number":"S1832","title":"Allowing Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts DDS, an accidental disability retirement option","description":"For legislation to allow Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts DDS, an accidental disability retirement option. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1832","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998941,"bill_number":"S209","title":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant","description":"For legislation to modernize the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2946","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S209","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998942,"bill_number":"S1746","title":"To allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings","description":"For legislation to allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1746","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1998943,"bill_number":"S455","title":"Relative to special education","description":"Relative to the foundation funding of special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2864","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S455","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998944,"bill_number":"S2272","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2272","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998945,"bill_number":"S2489","title":"Relative to veteran health care","description":"For legislation relative to veteran health care. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2489","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998946,"bill_number":"S1403","title":"Relative to reducing administrative burden","description":"For legislation relative to reducing administrative burden. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1403","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998947,"bill_number":"S600","title":"Establishing the Blue Communities Program","description":"For legislation to establish a blue communities program to incentivize local action to reduce nutrient pollution and ocean acidification. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2730","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S600","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998948,"bill_number":"S529","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2567","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S529","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998949,"bill_number":"S81","title":"To modernize cannabis retail operations","description":"For legislation to modernize cannabis retail operations through advertising. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S81/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S81","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998950,"bill_number":"S1969","title":"Relating to improvements to residential properties","description":"Relative to the financing of qualifying improvements to residential property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1969","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998951,"bill_number":"S1367","title":"To prevent heat-related illness in public sector outdoor workers","description":"For legislation to establish a standard for prevention of heat illness in outdoor public sector workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1367","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998952,"bill_number":"S279","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S279","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998953,"bill_number":"S2414","title":"Establishing a tunnel to connect the campuses of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school (\"ENSATS”)","description":"For legislation to establish a tunnel to connect the campuses of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3011","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2414","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998954,"bill_number":"S1775","title":"Relative to antique firearm detainment","description":"For legislation relative to antique firearm detainment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1775","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998955,"bill_number":"S1297","title":"Clarifying the prevailing wage act to protect actions by the attorney general","description":"For legislation to clarify the prevailing wage act to protect actions by the attorney general. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1297","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998956,"bill_number":"S656","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S656","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998957,"bill_number":"S1661","title":"Relative to successful transition and re-entry to tomorrow for incarcerated persons","description":"For legislation relative to successful transition and re-entry to tomorrow for incarcerated persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1661","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1998958,"bill_number":"S981","title":"Establishing housing training program for elected members of municipal boards","description":"For legislation to establish housing training program for elected members of municipal boards. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S981","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1998959,"bill_number":"S2206","title":"Promoting governmental efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote governmental efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2206","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1998960,"bill_number":"S900","title":"To promote primary care through Medicaid graduate medical education funding","description":"For legislation to promote primary care through Medicaid graduate medical education funding. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S900","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998961,"bill_number":"S1755","title":"Relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1755","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1998962,"bill_number":"S870","title":"Clarifying rate setting processes for home health and home care services","description":"For legislation to clarify rate setting processes for home health and home care services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S870","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1998963,"bill_number":"S1862","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1862","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998964,"bill_number":"S1059","title":"Relative to the integrity of state data systems","description":"For legislation relative to access to justice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5316","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1059","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998965,"bill_number":"S647","title":"Relative to paint recycling","description":"For legislation relative to paint recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S647","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998966,"bill_number":"S156","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on the treatment of intellectually and developmentally disabled offenders in the criminal justice system","description":"Relative to tthe treatment of intellectually and developmentally disabled offenders in the criminal justice system. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S156","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1998967,"bill_number":"S2024","title":"Encouraging employer student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2024","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998968,"bill_number":"S2429","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"For legislation to ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2429","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998969,"bill_number":"S1319","title":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1319","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998970,"bill_number":"S662","title":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management","description":"For legislation to maintain adequate water supplies through effective drought management. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S586","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S662","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998971,"bill_number":"S2493","title":"Relative to housing calculations for Chapter 115","description":"For legislation to allow for an annual increase in the shelter allowance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2493","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998972,"bill_number":"S2009","title":"Relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2009","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998973,"bill_number":"S1875","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1875","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998974,"bill_number":"S2478","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2478","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1998975,"bill_number":"S2382","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":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2382","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998976,"bill_number":"S1532","title":"Relative to patient identity and privacy protection in waiting rooms","description":"For legislation relative to patient identity and privacy protection in waiting rooms. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1532","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998977,"bill_number":"S1370","title":"Relative to snow removal service liability limitation","description":"For legislation relative to snow removal service liability limitation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1370","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1998978,"bill_number":"S754","title":"Relative to the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder","description":"For legislation to improve treatment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2787","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S754","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1998979,"bill_number":"S1295","title":"Relative to workforce training","description":"For legislation relative to promote a workplace free of all forms of unlawful harassment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1295","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1998980,"bill_number":"S1945","title":"To impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products","description":"For legislation to impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1945","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998981,"bill_number":"S1901","title":"Relative to veterans creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to veterans creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1901","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998982,"bill_number":"S2240","title":"To promote low-income access to solar","description":"Relative to promote low-income access to solar. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2240","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1998983,"bill_number":"S1117","title":"Relative to treatment, not incarceration","description":"For legislation relative to treatment, not incarceration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1117","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1998984,"bill_number":"S1612","title":"Relative to alkaline hydrolysis as an environmentally-friendly burial alternative","description":"For legislation relative to burial alternatives that protect the environment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1612","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1998985,"bill_number":"S148","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"For legislation to enhance child welfare protections. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S148","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1998986,"bill_number":"S355","title":"Reducing costs for teachers and school personnel","description":"For legislation to require the commonwealth to cover costs associated with fingerprint-based criminal background checks of teachers and school personnel. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S355","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998987,"bill_number":"S539","title":"Prohibiting COVID-19, mRNA vaccination and gene-altering procedures as a condition of entry","description":"Relative to requiring proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of entry. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2815","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S539","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1998988,"bill_number":"S2327","title":"Resolve increasing representation of all Massachusetts residents in the state house art collection","description":"By Ms. Comerford, a petition of Joanne M. Comerford that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to review and study of the state house art collection. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2740","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2327","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1998989,"bill_number":"S1368","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1368","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998990,"bill_number":"S1431","title":"Providing for indigenous representation on the Martha’s Vineyard Commission","description":"For legislation relative to indigenous representation on the Martha’s Vineyard Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1431","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1998991,"bill_number":"S1181","title":"Establishing a commission to study reparations in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study reparations in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1181","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998992,"bill_number":"S743","title":"Relative to rehabilitation periods for those in addiction recovery","description":"For legislation relative to rehabilitation periods for recovering substance abusers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S743","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1998993,"bill_number":"S259","title":"To protect consumers from hidden car subscription service fees","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from hidden car subscription service fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2811","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S259","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1998994,"bill_number":"S1761","title":"Relative to the internal benefits of public safety telecommunicators","description":"For legislation relative to the internal benefits of public safety telecommunicators. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1761","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1998995,"bill_number":"S1179","title":"Relative to proportionality in joint venture sentencing","description":"For legislation relative to proportionality in joint venture sentencing for accessory to murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1179","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1998996,"bill_number":"S705","title":"Relative to home investments","description":"For legislation to require a shared equity investor to have a license with respect to residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3179","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S705","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1998997,"bill_number":"S987","title":"Relative to housing developments in small communities","description":"Relative to housing developments in communities with a population less than 30,000 persons. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S987","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1998998,"bill_number":"S1417","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2658","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1417","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1998999,"bill_number":"S694","title":"Empowering health care consumers","description":"For legislation to empower health care consumers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S694","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999000,"bill_number":"S1464","title":"Relative to the Regional Commissions on the Status of Women","description":"For legislation relative to the Regional Commissions on the Status of Women. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1464","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999001,"bill_number":"S2498","title":"To properly recognize Massachusetts merchant mariners, living and deceased, who served in an active war zone","description":"For legislation to properly recognize merchant marine veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2498","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999002,"bill_number":"S293","title":"Promoting safety in bars and restaurants","description":"For legislation to require establishments that serve alcohol to be drunk on the premises to have lids available. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S293","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999003,"bill_number":"S180","title":"Improving microbusiness and small business representation","description":"For legislation relative membership of the growth capital division within the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S180","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999004,"bill_number":"S384","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to examine expanding vocational and technical high school access","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a commission to examine expanding vocational and technical high school access. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S384","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999005,"bill_number":"S1974","title":"Aligning the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate","description":"For legislation to align the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1974","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999006,"bill_number":"S1163","title":"Relative to sexual assaults by adults in positions of authority or trust","description":"For legislation relative to sexual assaults by adults in positions of authority or trust. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1163","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1999007,"bill_number":"S275","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2707","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S275","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999008,"bill_number":"S1588","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1588","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999009,"bill_number":"S1012","title":"Relative to window guards in residential rental properties","description":"For legislation relative to window guards in residential rental properties. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2766","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1012","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999010,"bill_number":"S1731","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1731","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999011,"bill_number":"S876","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S876","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999012,"bill_number":"S329","title":"To construct vocational education annexes in gateway cities","description":"For legislation to construct vocational education annexes in gateway cities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S329","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999013,"bill_number":"S1637","title":"Wiring medical facilities, nursing homes, and medical training to support safer electromagnetic radiation exposures and to support reduction of other environmental hazards","description":"For legislation to require medical facilities and nursing homes to support safer electromagnetic radiation exposures and to support reduction of other environmental hazards through facility wiring and training. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1637","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999014,"bill_number":"S805","title":"Relative to PANDAS/PANS screening in medical/clinical settings","description":"Relative to PANDAS/PANS screening in medical/clinical settings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S805","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999015,"bill_number":"S2440","title":"Promoting fare equity","description":"For legislation to promote fare equity. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2440","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999016,"bill_number":"S2408","title":"Relative to the air medal license plate","description":"For legislation to create the air medal license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2408","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999017,"bill_number":"S1156","title":"To protect the privacy of 911 callers","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of 911 callers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1156","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999018,"bill_number":"S1280","title":"Clarifying insurance liability for foster care providers","description":"For legislation to clarify insurance liability for foster care providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1280","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999019,"bill_number":"S1804","title":"Designating certain employees of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to designate certain employees of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1804","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999020,"bill_number":"S667","title":"Providing for alternative DPA compliance","description":"For legislation to provide for alternative designated port authorities compliance. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2718","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S667","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999021,"bill_number":"S2470","title":"Excluding Chapter 115 payments to veterans from gross household income calculation","description":"For legislation to exclude Chapter 115 payments to veterans from gross household income calculation. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2470","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999022,"bill_number":"S1598","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1598","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999023,"bill_number":"S2456","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2456","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999024,"bill_number":"S1736","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1736","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999025,"bill_number":"S820","title":"Relative to reducing racial and socioeconomic inequities in auto insurance premium pricing","description":"For legislation relative to reduce racial and socioeconomic inequities in auto insurance premium pricing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3046","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S820","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1999026,"bill_number":"S1949","title":"Relative to protecting youth by closing the synthetic nicotine loophole","description":"For legislation to protect youth by closing the synthetic nicotine loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1949","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999027,"bill_number":"S40","title":"Providing for consumer protection in a digital economy","description":"By Mr. Finegold, a petition of Barry R. Finegold that the Office of the State Treasurer develop and periodically review and update a digital module and resources on cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-30","committee":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S40/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S40","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999028,"bill_number":"S1708","title":"Relative to fire safety education in schools and colleges","description":"Relative to fire safety education in schools and colleges. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1708","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999029,"bill_number":"S522","title":"Relative to the board of registrars","description":"For legislation relative to the representation on board of registrars. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S522","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999030,"bill_number":"S441","title":"Ensuring access to mental health supports in K-12 schools","description":"For legislation to ensuring access to mental health supports in K-12 schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2609","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S441","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999031,"bill_number":"S1334","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1334","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1999032,"bill_number":"S593","title":"To reform the toxic use reduction act","description":"For legislation to reform the toxic use reduction act. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2728","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S593","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999033,"bill_number":"S491","title":"To improve resilience in older adults and people with disabilities during public health, environmental or technological emergencies","description":"For legislation to improve resilience in older adults and people with disabilities during public health, environmental or technological emergencies. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S491","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999034,"bill_number":"S2294","title":"Relative to building energy and decarbonization","description":"For legislation relative to building energy and decarbonization. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2294","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999035,"bill_number":"S139","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to update terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S139","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999036,"bill_number":"S427","title":"Expanding high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials","description":"For legislation to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S427","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999037,"bill_number":"S187","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S187","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1999038,"bill_number":"S727","title":"Providing living organ donor protections","description":"Relative to protections and health insurance coverage for living organ donors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S727","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1999039,"bill_number":"S756","title":"Expanding insurance coverage for hearing aids and related services","description":"For legislation to expand insurance coverage for hearing aids and related services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S756","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999040,"bill_number":"S725","title":"Relative to financial technology services","description":"Relative to licensing of earned wage access services providers by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3047","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S725","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999041,"bill_number":"S127","title":"Authorizing 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S127","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999042,"bill_number":"S103","title":"To establish the Leslie law","description":"For legislation to allow for surveillance in out-of-home care facilities in the event of an allegation of abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2754","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S103","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999043,"bill_number":"S1404","title":"Ensuring equitable access and care quality for masshealth recipients","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable behavioral health access and care for Masshealth recipients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2813","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1404","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999044,"bill_number":"S154","title":"Establishing guardians as providers of medical care to support the rights of incapacitated persons","description":"For legislation to establish guardians as providers of medical care to support the rights of incapacitated persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S154","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1999045,"bill_number":"S1854","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1854","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999046,"bill_number":"S2049","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2757","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2049","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999047,"bill_number":"S1919","title":"Relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1919","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999048,"bill_number":"S527","title":"Relative to early voting cost reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to early voting cost reimbursements. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S527","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999049,"bill_number":"S91","title":"Establishing a temporary moratorium on the issuance of certain marijuana license types","description":"For legislation to establish a temporary moratorium on the issuance of certain marijuana license types in order to conduct and publish a study analyzing the current businesses licensed. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2677","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S91/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S91","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999050,"bill_number":"S244","title":"Promoting access to professional development programming in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further assist employees through professional development training. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3000","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S244","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999051,"bill_number":"S1125","title":"To modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board","description":"For legislation to modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1125","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999052,"bill_number":"S1694","title":"Removing certain civil rights restrictions","description":"For legislation to remove certain civil rights restrictions relative to firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1694","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999053,"bill_number":"S822","title":"Expanding health insurance access for state employees","description":"For legislation to expand health insurance access for state employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S822","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999054,"bill_number":"S2361","title":"Relative to training tomorrow’s trucking industry workforce","description":"For legislation to establish the trucking industry workforce training fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2361","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999055,"bill_number":"S1749","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1749","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999056,"bill_number":"S1321","title":"Clarifying the wage act to protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages","description":"For legislation to clarify the wage act to protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1321","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999057,"bill_number":"S1482","title":"Protecting patients and health care workers from exposure to surgical smoke","description":"For legislation to protect patients and health care workers from exposure to surgical smoke. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1482","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999058,"bill_number":"S1818","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1818","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999059,"bill_number":"S415","title":"Resolve creating a special commission to study classroom temperatures","description":"By Mr. O'Connor, a petition of Patrick M. O'Connor that provisions be made for an investigation and study by 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S415","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999060,"bill_number":"S2150","title":"Providing for software licensing fairness","description":"For legislation relative to fair software licensing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2150","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999061,"bill_number":"S2173","title":"Designating September as PCOS awareness month","description":"For legislation to designate September as PCOS awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2173","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999062,"bill_number":"S2466","title":"Expanding the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate","description":"For legislation to expand the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3136","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2466","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999063,"bill_number":"S490","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S490","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999064,"bill_number":"S95","title":"Relative to the labeling of marijuana","description":"Relative to the labeling of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2677","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S95/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S95","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999065,"bill_number":"S1066","title":"Addressing discriminatory police reporting","description":"For legislation to address discriminatory police reporting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1066","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999066,"bill_number":"S1638","title":"Relative to endometriosis awareness","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study endometriosis and other commonly associated diseases. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1564","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1638","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999067,"bill_number":"S1897","title":"Amending credible service of the State Staff","description":"For legislation to amend credible service for a veteran who also served as a member of the State Staff. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1897","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999068,"bill_number":"S1686","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1686","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999069,"bill_number":"S636","title":"To improve environmental justice in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve environmental justice in the Commonwealth by establishing the Green Zones Act. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2718","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S636","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999070,"bill_number":"S691","title":"Ensuring access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children","description":"For legislation to ensure access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S691","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999071,"bill_number":"S1548","title":"To ensure cleaner air for communities overburdened by outdoor air pollution","description":"For legislation to improve outdoor and indoor air quality for communities burdened by transportation pollution. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1548","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999072,"bill_number":"S2207","title":"Regarding information governance","description":"For legislation relative to regard information governance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2207","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999073,"bill_number":"S464","title":"To strengthen the state home care program workforce","description":"For legislation to strengthen the state home care program workforce by requiring each covered employer to enter into a labor peace agreement. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S464","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999074,"bill_number":"S1584","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1584","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999075,"bill_number":"S453","title":"Relative to student absences based on religiously held beliefs","description":"For legislation relative to student absences based on religiously held beliefs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S453","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999076,"bill_number":"S1380","title":"To further enhance behavioral health workforce development","description":"For legislation to further enhance behavioral health workforce development. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2658","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1380","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1999077,"bill_number":"S2016","title":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax","description":"For legislation relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3130","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2016","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999078,"bill_number":"S2300","title":"Providing for natural gas workforce safety","description":"For legislation to provide for natural gas workforce safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2300","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999079,"bill_number":"S1640","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1640","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1999080,"bill_number":"S622","title":"Protecting public health and reducing health care costs","description":"For legislation to protect public health and reduce health care costs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S622","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999081,"bill_number":"S2373","title":"Relative to class 3 electric bicycles","description":"For legislation relative to class 3 electric bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3168","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2373","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999082,"bill_number":"S1347","title":"Relative to workplace psychological safety","description":"For legislation to ensure workplace psychological safety by deeming workplace bullying an unlawful practice. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1347","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999083,"bill_number":"S2274","title":"Relative to solar energy grants at posts of veterans' organizations","description":"For legislation relative to solar energy grants at posts of veterans' organizations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2274","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999084,"bill_number":"S1743","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Fire Training Council","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Fire Training Council. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2856","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1743","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999085,"bill_number":"S573","title":"To protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species","description":"For legislation to protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S573","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999086,"bill_number":"S2180","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2180","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999087,"bill_number":"S953","title":"Expanding the community college training incentive program","description":"For legislation to expand the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S953","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999088,"bill_number":"S1574","title":"Preserving access to hospital services","description":"For legislation to preserve access to hospital services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1574","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999089,"bill_number":"S1894","title":"Providing disability compensation for qualified correctional officers","description":"For legislation to provide disability compensation for qualified correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1894","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999090,"bill_number":"S285","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S285","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999091,"bill_number":"S1719","title":"Enhancing the safety of first responders","description":"For legislation to enhance safety of first responders with initiatives, including training, protective equipment, and emergency response planning.. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2903","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1719","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999092,"bill_number":"S2137","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2846","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2137","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999093,"bill_number":"S2320","title":"Relative to electricity reliability and capacity","description":"For legislation to conduct an assessment of the infrastructure for the transmission and distribution of electricity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2320","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999094,"bill_number":"S1096","title":"Supporting and honoring Immigration and Customs Enforcement lawful detainments (SHIELD Act)","description":"For legislation to support and honor detention requests by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1096","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999095,"bill_number":"S2349","title":"Prohibiting video recording or broadcasting while driving","description":"For legislation to prohibit video recording or broadcasting while driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3007","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2349","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999096,"bill_number":"S1630","title":"Relative to opting out of fluoridation","description":"For legislation to provide municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1630","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999097,"bill_number":"S1050","title":"To enhance fairness and increase positive outcomes for children","description":"For legislation relative to electronic monitoring of juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1050","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999098,"bill_number":"S1258","title":"Relative to safe driving and open containers","description":"For legislation relative to possession of narcotics and marihuana in motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1258","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999099,"bill_number":"S173","title":"To establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets","description":"For legislation to promote downtown vitality. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S173","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999100,"bill_number":"S672","title":"Further protecting research animals","description":"For legislation to further protect research animals. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S672","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999101,"bill_number":"S263","title":"To protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2744","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S263","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999102,"bill_number":"S2230","title":"Reducing the financial penalty imposed on customers who shift to heat pumps, electric appliances, and electric vehicles","description":"For legislation to reduce the financial penalty imposed on customers who shift to heat pumps, electric appliances, and electric vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2230","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1999103,"bill_number":"S1812","title":"Relative to providing for domestic partners through public employee pensions","description":"For legislation to provide for domestic partners through public employee pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1812","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999104,"bill_number":"S2352","title":"Relative to the Move Over Law","description":"For legislation relative to the Move Over Law. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2547","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2352","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999105,"bill_number":"S1831","title":"Providing killed in the line of duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the town of Rutland","description":"For legislation to provide killed in the line of duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the town of Rutland. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1831","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999106,"bill_number":"S2400","title":"Relative to equity in tolling","description":"For legislation to implement equity in tolling. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2400","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999107,"bill_number":"S2008","title":"Allowing for fiscal resilience through strategic investment in stable digital financial assets","description":"For legislation to permit the inclusion of bitcoin and other stable digital financial assets to serve as stores of value and provide a hedge against inflation, thereby protecting the purchasing power of state funds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2008","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999108,"bill_number":"S1448","title":"Relative to variances","description":"For legislation relative to variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1448","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999109,"bill_number":"S105","title":"Protecting benefits owed to foster children","description":"For legislation to protect benefits owed to foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2890","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S105","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999110,"bill_number":"S332","title":"To expand student opportunities in career technical education","description":"For legislation to expand student access to a vocational-technical education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S332","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999111,"bill_number":"S685","title":"Relative to transparency of consumer health insurance rights","description":"For legislation relative to transparency of consumer health insurance rights. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S685","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999112,"bill_number":"S2404","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2404","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999113,"bill_number":"S817","title":"To ensure access to epinephrine for minors","description":"For legislation to ensure access to epinephrine for minors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S817","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999114,"bill_number":"S42","title":"Protecting against cyber ransom","description":"For legislation to protect against cyber ransom. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2634","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S42/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S42","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999115,"bill_number":"S837","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3113","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S837","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999116,"bill_number":"S2447","title":"Relative to a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2447","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999117,"bill_number":"S2355","title":"Relative to third party delivery data reporting","description":"For legislation relative to third party delivery data reporting. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2355","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999118,"bill_number":"S707","title":"Relative to preventing fraud and establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies","description":"For legislation relative to prevent fraud and establish regulations on certain virtual currencies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3048","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S707","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999119,"bill_number":"S2136","title":"Relative to convicted lobbyists and legislative agents","description":"For legislation relative to convicted lobbyists and legislative agents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2943","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2136","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999120,"bill_number":"S2038","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2038","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999121,"bill_number":"S1213","title":"Relative to improving sexual violence survivor protections","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for survivors of sexual assault and related purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1213","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999122,"bill_number":"S666","title":"Relative to pesticide applications","description":"For legislation relative to pesticide applications. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2718","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S666","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999123,"bill_number":"S1759","title":"Relative to the diverse recruitment and reform of the Massachusetts State Police","description":"For legislation relative to the diverse recruitment and reform of the Massachusetts State Police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1759","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999124,"bill_number":"S2421","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2421","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999125,"bill_number":"S77","title":"To facilitate labor peace among the cannabis workforce","description":"For legislation to facilitate labor peace among the cannabis workforce. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S77/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S77","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1999126,"bill_number":"S1458","title":"Relative to updating animal health inspections","description":"For legislation relative to updating animal health inspections. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1458","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999127,"bill_number":"S1508","title":"Establishing an amputation prevention task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to study issues related to amputation prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1508","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999128,"bill_number":"S414","title":"Relative to local approval for charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to local approval for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S414","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999129,"bill_number":"S1042","title":"Relative to life saving treatment","description":"For legislation to require that patients admitted to a medical facility for suffering an overdose receive an evaluation by a licensed social worker before discharge. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1042","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999130,"bill_number":"S213","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S213","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999131,"bill_number":"S1142","title":"Restoring a lower threshold for permit challenges","description":"For legislation to restore a lower threshold for permit challenges in court decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2930","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1142","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999132,"bill_number":"S1205","title":"Relative to controlling and abusive litigation","description":"For legislation relative to controlling and abusive litigation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3158","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1205","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999133,"bill_number":"S439","title":"To enhance the alignment and career focus of college and career pathway programs","description":"For legislation to enhance the alignment and career focus of college and work-based learning. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S439","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1999134,"bill_number":"S883","title":"To protect qualified medicare beneficiaries from improper billing","description":"For legislation to protect qualified Medicare beneficiaries from improper billing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S883","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999135,"bill_number":"S1624","title":"Relative to personal health information portability and accessibility","description":"For legislation relative to personal health information portability and accessibility. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1624","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999136,"bill_number":"S424","title":"To regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S424","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999137,"bill_number":"S911","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S911","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999138,"bill_number":"S1732","title":"Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one- and two-family dwellings","description":"For legislation relative to enhance fire protection in new one- and two-family dwellings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1732","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999139,"bill_number":"S806","title":"Increasing access to acute hospital at home services","description":"For legislation to increase access to acute hospital at home services by mandating coverage by commercial insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S806","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999140,"bill_number":"S193","title":"Modernizing charitable organization fundraising opportunities","description":"For legislation to modernize charitable organization fundraising opportunities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2997","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S193","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999141,"bill_number":"S1814","title":"Related to timely retirement payment","description":"For legislation relative to timely retirement payment. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1814","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999142,"bill_number":"S680","title":"To provide transparency in third party litigation financing","description":"For legislation to provide transparency in third party litigation financing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S680","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999143,"bill_number":"S2490","title":"Relative to outreach to veterans","description":"For legislation relative to outreach to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2490","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999144,"bill_number":"S1852","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 Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1852","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999145,"bill_number":"S2023","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"For legislation to promote urban agriculture and horticulture. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2023","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999146,"bill_number":"S163","title":"Protecting safety net access for Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to protect safety net access for Massachusetts residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S163","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999147,"bill_number":"S1430","title":"To promote Yes in God's Back Yard","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of certain land and zoning ordinances owned by religious organizations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3161","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1430","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999148,"bill_number":"S578","title":"Relative to hunting near a dwelling","description":"For legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S578","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999149,"bill_number":"S1802","title":"Providing for a COVID-19 retirement credit to essential public health and safety employees","description":"For legislation to provide for a COVID-19 retirement credit to essential first responders employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1802","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999150,"bill_number":"S1525","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1525","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999151,"bill_number":"S318","title":"Modernizing school construction","description":"For legislation to modernize school construction. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S403","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S318","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999152,"bill_number":"S1518","title":"Relative to fluoride in water warnings","description":"For legislation relative to fluoride in water warnings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1518","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999153,"bill_number":"S625","title":"Governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance glyphosate in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to govern the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance glyphosate in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S625","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999154,"bill_number":"S2391","title":"To remediate and reopen the visitor information center on I-95 in Northern Bristol County for traveler safety and convenience and to promote regional tourism and economic development","description":"For legislation to remediate and reopen the visitor information center on I-95 in Northern Bristol County for traveler safety and convenience and to promote regional tourism and economic development. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2391","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999155,"bill_number":"S534","title":"Upgrading elections infrastructure, improving voting access, and reducing municipal burden","description":"For legislation to upgrade elections infrastructure, improve voting access, and reduce municipal burden. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2936","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S534","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999156,"bill_number":"S1981","title":"Relative to graduate student loan deductions","description":"For legislation relative to graduate student loan deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1981","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999157,"bill_number":"S456","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2863","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S456","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999158,"bill_number":"S1346","title":"Establishing parking cash-out","description":"For legislation to establish an employee parking cash-out option. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1346","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999159,"bill_number":"S1587","title":"Enabling registered dental hygienists to administer nitrous oxide","description":"For legislation relative to dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1587","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999160,"bill_number":"S2158","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plants to expand protection for other plant services, telecommunications and cable services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2986","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2158","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999161,"bill_number":"S2094","title":"Relative to effective dates of property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to effective dates of property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2094","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999162,"bill_number":"S2353","title":"Establishing the Metropolitan Transportation Network","description":"For legislation to establish the Metropolitan Transportation Network. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2353","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999163,"bill_number":"S1902","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1902","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999164,"bill_number":"S2390","title":"Resolve establishing the roadside litter prevention and cleanup task force","description":"Relative to roadside litter prevention and cleanup. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2390","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999165,"bill_number":"S2301","title":"Enabling municipal aggregation","description":"For legislation relative to investor-owned utilities and expedited approval processes ensuring timely access to funds for energy efficiency and conservation programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2301","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999166,"bill_number":"S2221","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2909","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2221","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999167,"bill_number":"S1943","title":"Relative to rolling stock","description":"For legislation relative to rolling stock. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1943","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999168,"bill_number":"S760","title":"Allowing for the use of an online tool to change life insurance beneficiaries","description":"For legislation to allow for the use of an online tool to change life insurance beneficiaries. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S760","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999169,"bill_number":"S2251","title":"Relative to a just transition to clean energy","description":"For legislation relative to a just transition to clean energy in transportation fuel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2251","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999170,"bill_number":"S157","title":"Establishing a commission on the status of children and youth","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on the status of children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S157","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1999171,"bill_number":"S1107","title":"Relative to the designation of Jury Clerk in the Haverhill District Court","description":"For legislation relative to the designation of Jury Clerk in the Haverhill District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1107","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999172,"bill_number":"S2298","title":"Enabling clean energy transition","description":"For legislation to establish standards for cost disclosure at public electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2298","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999173,"bill_number":"S979","title":"Ensuring fair housing for homeless families","description":"For legislation to mandate the emergency housing assistance program only be available to residents of the commonwealth who have resided in the commonwealth for at least 1 year. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S979","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999174,"bill_number":"S1293","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on paid family and medical leave for public employees","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on paid family and medical leave for public employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1293","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1999175,"bill_number":"S463","title":"Regulating screen time and technology privacy in early and K-12 education","description":"For legislation to regulate screen time and technology privacy in early and K-12 education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S463","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999176,"bill_number":"S1499","title":"Relative to anesthesiologist assistants","description":"For legislation relative to anesthesiologist assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1499","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999177,"bill_number":"S682","title":"Improving access to breast pumps","description":"For legislation to improve access to breast pumps. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S682","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999178,"bill_number":"S2246","title":"Aligning the commonwealth's transportation plans with its mandates and goals for reducing emissions and vehicle miles traveled","description":"For legislation to align the commonwealth's transportation plans with its mandates and goals for reducing emissions and vehicle miles traveled. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2246","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999179,"bill_number":"S297","title":"Relative to gateway municipalities","description":"For legislation to define gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S297","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1999180,"bill_number":"S2372","title":"Relative to mobile carrying devices","description":"For legislation relative to mobile carrying devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2372","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999181,"bill_number":"S945","title":"Assisting low-income students success through work-study","description":"For legislation to assist low-income students success through work-study. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2704","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S945","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999182,"bill_number":"S2322","title":"To ensure adequate and affordable energy","description":"For legislation to ensure adequate and affordable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2322","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999183,"bill_number":"S1031","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1031","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1999184,"bill_number":"S977","title":"Relative to CHAMPS application upgrades","description":"For legislation relative to CHAMPS application upgrades. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S977","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999185,"bill_number":"S2231","title":"To establish home energy efficiency ratings","description":"For legislation to establish home energy efficiency ratings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2231","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1999186,"bill_number":"S1530","title":"Improving newborn screening tests","description":"For legislation relative to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S1573","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1530","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999187,"bill_number":"S435","title":"To establish de-escalation training in student transportation","description":"Relative to providing for de-escalation tactics and techniques approved by the Commissioner of Education for school bus operators. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S435","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1999188,"bill_number":"S628","title":"Resolve to protect pollinator habitat","description":"By Mr. Lewis, a petition of Jason M. Lewis that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a protected pollinator habitat. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S628","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999189,"bill_number":"S1594","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1594","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999190,"bill_number":"S2495","title":"Ensuring the fair treatment of military service members and veterans","description":"For legislation to ensure the fair treatment of military service members and veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2495","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999191,"bill_number":"S296","title":"Relative to investment in Massachusetts-based jobs","description":"For legislation relative to investment in Massachusetts-based jobs. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S296","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999192,"bill_number":"S2106","title":"Relative to removing social security numbers from death certificates","description":"For legislation to remove social security numbers from death certificates. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2106","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1999193,"bill_number":"S327","title":"Enabling all students to thrive: protecting a high quality, diverse educator workforce","description":"For legislation to enable all students to thrive by protecting a high quality, diverse educator workforce. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S327","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999194,"bill_number":"S2035","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2035","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999195,"bill_number":"S440","title":"Relative to Chapter 70 inflation relief","description":"For legislation to adjust the state funding allocated to public schools in Massachusetts (through the \"Chapter 70\" program) to account for rising inflation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S440","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1999196,"bill_number":"S1596","title":"Relative to monitoring dry casks of spent nuclear fuel","description":"For legislation to monitor dry casks of spent nuclear fuel. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2853","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1596","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999197,"bill_number":"S2332","title":"Establishing a program for local art and community engagement","description":"For legislation to establish a program for local art and community engagement. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2332","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999198,"bill_number":"S1839","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1839","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999199,"bill_number":"S2012","title":"Establishing fairness for agricultural laborers","description":"For legislation to establish fairness for agricultural laborers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3132","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2012","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999200,"bill_number":"S2318","title":"Preserving broadband service for low-income consumers","description":"For legislation to preserve broadband service for low-income consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2318","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":1999201,"bill_number":"S1538","title":"Connecting veterans with access to breakthrough treatments","description":"By Mr. Fernandes, a petition of Dylan A. Fernandes that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services be authorized to establish a program to promote, incentivize and support the development and deployment of eligible therapies among veterans and first responders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1538","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1999202,"bill_number":"S2177","title":"Relative to unsolved homicides","description":"For legislation to establish an office of unsolved homicides within the office of the attorney general. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2174","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2177","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999203,"bill_number":"S1893","title":"Relative to raising the entrance age of police officers","description":"For legislation to raise the entrance age of police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1893","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999204,"bill_number":"S1840","title":"To reform sick leave buybacks","description":"For legislation to reform sick leave buybacks. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1840","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999205,"bill_number":"S650","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet shops","description":"For legislation banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet shops. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2720","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S650","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999206,"bill_number":"S564","title":"Designating a certain promenade in the town of Clinton as the Honorable Harold P. Naughton, Jr. Promenade","description":"For legislation to designate a certain promenade in the town of Clinton as the Honorable Harold P. Naughton, Jr. Promenade. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S564","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999207,"bill_number":"S1253","title":"To protect the free flow of information in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to protect the free flow of information in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1253","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999208,"bill_number":"S398","title":"To promote student college and career success and civic engagement","description":"For legislation relative to programs of study for high school students and graduation requirements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3238","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S398","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999209,"bill_number":"S1354","title":"Relative to bereavement leave","description":"For legislation relative to bereavement leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1354","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999210,"bill_number":"S323","title":"Providing for phone free schools","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use to personal electronic devices in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S323","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1999211,"bill_number":"S1659","title":"Relative to crisis intervention services for emergency service providers; confidentiality of information","description":"For legislation to allow emergency service providers performing crisis intervention services to keep information confidential from a third party. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1659","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999212,"bill_number":"S2345","title":"Establishing a virtual classroom option for driver's education","description":"For legislation to establish a virtual classroom option for driver's education. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2345","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1999213,"bill_number":"S125","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records","description":"For legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S125","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999214,"bill_number":"S1872","title":"Updating judicial retirement benefits","description":"For legislation to update judicial retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1872","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999215,"bill_number":"S580","title":"Relative to crumbling concrete foundations","description":"For legislation relative to crumbling concrete foundations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S580","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999216,"bill_number":"S1658","title":"Relative to special state police officers","description":"Relative to the appointment of special state police officers by the Colonel of the State Police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1658","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999217,"bill_number":"S2317","title":"Relative to energy generation payments","description":"For legislation relative to distribution company payments of energy credits to a customers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2774","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2317","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999218,"bill_number":"S1465","title":"Relative to community exemptions from MBTA community designations","description":"For legislation to exempt communities without a rail, subway, or ferry station as an MBTA community designation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1465","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999219,"bill_number":"S370","title":"Relative to educator pay","description":"For legislation to require that all public school educators are paid not less than a living wage as defined by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Living Wage Calculator. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S370","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999220,"bill_number":"S1865","title":"Providing for certain retirement benefits for the surviving beneficiary of Brandon Arakelian","description":"For legislation to provide for certain retirement benefits for the surviving beneficiary of Brandon Arakelian. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1865","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999221,"bill_number":"S1063","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1063","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999222,"bill_number":"S623","title":"To update the Middlesex Fells Reservation Fund","description":"For legislation to update the Middlesex Fells Reservation Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S623","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999223,"bill_number":"S1722","title":"Relative to elder and medical parole","description":"For legislation to grant elder and medical parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2857","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1722","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999224,"bill_number":"S1104","title":"Supporting consenting young adults","description":"Relative to the penalties for violations of age of consent laws for young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1104","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1999225,"bill_number":"S2394","title":"Restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod","description":"Relative to establishing year-round daily commuter rail service to Cape Cod. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2876","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2394","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1999226,"bill_number":"S975","title":"Establishing residency requirements for emergency housing assistance","description":"For legislation to establish residency requirements for emergency housing assistance. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S975","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1999227,"bill_number":"S1970","title":"Providing renter relief tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide an increase in the renter relief tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1970","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1999228,"bill_number":"S45","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2516","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S45/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S45","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999229,"bill_number":"S341","title":"Expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare","description":"For legislation to expand access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare administered by the Department of Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3239","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S341","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999230,"bill_number":"S2228","title":"To set equal contracting conditions for electricity customers on basic service","description":"For legislation to set equal contracting conditions for electricity customers on basic service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2228","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1999231,"bill_number":"S466","title":"Protecting vulnerable elders from abuse","description":"For legislation to protect vulnerable elders from abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S466","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999232,"bill_number":"S2090","title":"Relative to commercial renewable investments","description":"For legislation relative to energy tax credits for corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2090","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999233,"bill_number":"S1582","title":"Improving Hepatitis C screening","description":"For legislation to improve Hepatitis C screening. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1582","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999234,"bill_number":"S1381","title":"Expanding access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols","description":"For legislation to expand access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1381","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1999235,"bill_number":"S630","title":"To reduce single-use plastics from the environment","description":"For legislation to reduce single-use plastics from the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2541","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S630","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999236,"bill_number":"S290","title":"Relative to the apprentice ratio for licensed electricians","description":"For legislation to allow for a journeyman electrician to have no more than two apprentices under his or her direct supervision or employ. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2996","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S290","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999237,"bill_number":"S1602","title":"Improving pediatric cancer research","description":"For legislation to improve pediatric cancer research. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1602","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999238,"bill_number":"S976","title":"Enhancing security in emergency housing programs","description":"For legislation to enhance security in emergency housing programs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2765","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S976","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1999239,"bill_number":"S1127","title":"Ensuring access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings","description":"For legislation to ensure access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings by creating the Immigrant Legal Defense Fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5316","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1127","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999240,"bill_number":"S1402","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3151","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1402","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1999241,"bill_number":"S229","title":"Further regulating thoroughbred breeding","description":"For legislation to further regulate thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S229","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999242,"bill_number":"S2191","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing a municipal building financing authority","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing a municipal building financing authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2191","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999243,"bill_number":"S2449","title":"Establishing the Blue Star Family license plate","description":"For legislation to establish the Blue Star Family license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2903","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2449","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999244,"bill_number":"S860","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S860","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999245,"bill_number":"S1960","title":"Establishing tax credits for health care preceptorship","description":"For legislation to establish tax credits for health care preceptorship that pairs an eligible student with a health care practitioner to attain specified learning objectives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1960","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999246,"bill_number":"S1516","title":"To improve indoor air quality","description":"For legislation to promote regulations to improve indoor air quality. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1516","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1999247,"bill_number":"S1338","title":"Relative to employee definition harmonization","description":"For legislation relative to employee definition harmonization. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1338","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999248,"bill_number":"S492","title":"Protecting the rights of older adults and people with disabilities","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of older adults and people with disabilities in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S492","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999249,"bill_number":"S442","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on special education funding","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2864","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S442","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999250,"bill_number":"S2156","title":"To increase access to menstrual products in public buildings","description":"For legislation to increase access to menstrual products in public buildings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2156","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999251,"bill_number":"S179","title":"Prioritizing underserved businesses","description":"For legislation to prioritize underserved businesses that have historically faced obstacles to accessing capital in the awarding of all grants, loans, and other assistance. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S179","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999252,"bill_number":"S2375","title":"To establish free access to rides to elections in Massachusetts (FARE)","description":"For legislation to establish free rides to elections in Massachusetts (FARE). Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2375","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999253,"bill_number":"S933","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2703","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S933","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999254,"bill_number":"S792","title":"Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors","description":"For legislation relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S792","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999255,"bill_number":"S1542","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1542","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1999256,"bill_number":"S2100","title":"Resolve creating a special commission on additional regular compensation for certain members and annual expenses for members of general court","description":"By Mr. Keenan, a petition of John F. Keenan and Rebecca L. Rausch that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission on additional regular compensation for certain members and annual expenses for members of general court. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2100","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999257,"bill_number":"S2471","title":"Prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress","description":"For legislation to prohibit the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2784","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2471","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999258,"bill_number":"S2162","title":"Providing for the creation of a Massachusetts COVID-19 Memorial","description":"For legislation to provide for the creation of a Massachusetts COVID-19 Memorial. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3002","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2162","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999259,"bill_number":"S2000","title":"To extend the research and development sales tax exemption","description":"For legislation to extend to qualifying entities sales tax exemptions on research and development. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2000","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999260,"bill_number":"S652","title":"Relative to the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Quabbin Watershed advisory committee. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading new draft substituted, see S3133","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S652","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999261,"bill_number":"S689","title":"Improving access to infertility treatment","description":"For legislation to improve access to infertility treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S689","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999262,"bill_number":"S1501","title":"To update postural screenings in schools","description":"For legislation to update postural screenings in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1501","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999263,"bill_number":"S1513","title":"Establishing a task force to study the sustainability of emergency medical services","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to study the sustainability of emergency medical services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1513","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1999264,"bill_number":"S1342","title":"Relative to railroad workers' earned sick time","description":"For legislation to provide railroad workers' earned sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1342","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999265,"bill_number":"S2487","title":"Relative to uniformity in veteran benefits","description":"For legislation relative to uniformity in veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2487","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999266,"bill_number":"S2081","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of rolling stock. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2081","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999267,"bill_number":"S2454","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial vehicles in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to unmanned aerial vehicles in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3008","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2454","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999268,"bill_number":"S237","title":"Regulating self-checkouts in grocery establishments","description":"For legislation to limit the amount of self-checkout stations located in grocery establishments and impose fines for multiple violations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S237","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999269,"bill_number":"S788","title":"To improve sickle cell care","description":"For legislation to improve sickle cell care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S788","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999270,"bill_number":"S1357","title":"Establishing protections for workers in hot conditions","description":"For legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3240","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1357","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999271,"bill_number":"S2010","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2010","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1999272,"bill_number":"S1798","title":"Relative to Mass Port police officers","description":"For legislation to include certain employees of the Massachusetts port authority in the Group 4 retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1798","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1999273,"bill_number":"S269","title":"Relative to retail liquor sales to caterers","description":"For legislation relative to retail liquor sales to caterers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S269","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999274,"bill_number":"S345","title":"Eliminating education funding inflation cap","description":"For legislation to eliminate the education funding inflation cap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S400","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S345","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999275,"bill_number":"S1955","title":"Establishing the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank","description":"For legislation to establish the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1955","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999276,"bill_number":"S1521","title":"Ensuring municipal control in public health systems","description":"For legislation to ensure municipal control in public health systems. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1521","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999277,"bill_number":"S1122","title":"Relative to immigration detention and collaboration agreements","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts state sovereignty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H5316","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999278,"bill_number":"S1614","title":"Ensuring home care patient safety","description":"For legislation to ensure home care for high-risk patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1614","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999279,"bill_number":"S349","title":"Relative to fair educational practices","description":"For legislation relative to fair educational practices. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S349","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999280,"bill_number":"S487","title":"Relative to councils on aging","description":"For legislation relative to councils on aging. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S487","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999281,"bill_number":"S1275","title":"Relative to recreational games at senior centers","description":"For legislation relative to wagering on recreational games at senior centers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1275","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999282,"bill_number":"S1826","title":"Eliminating post-retirement earnings restrictions for police detail work","description":"For legislation to eliminate post-retirement earnings restrictions for police detail work. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1826","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":1999283,"bill_number":"S879","title":"To update Medicaid resource limits for seniors","description":"For legislation to update Medicaid resource limits for seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S879","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999284,"bill_number":"S1267","title":"Creating a law enforcement officer safety zone after warning","description":"For legislation to create a law enforcement officer safety zone after warning. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1267","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999285,"bill_number":"S149","title":"To enhance standards of care for those with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve treatment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S149","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1999286,"bill_number":"S1821","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder","description":"For legislation relative to the disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1821","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1999287,"bill_number":"S133","title":"Relative to child fatality review","description":"For legislation relative to child fatality review. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S133","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999288,"bill_number":"S51","title":"Relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency","description":"For legislation relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S51/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S51","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1999289,"bill_number":"S1527","title":"Relative to arbovirus in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to arbovirus in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1527","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999290,"bill_number":"S541","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts emergency management system","description":"For legislation to revise reducing risks, improving preparedness and managing the response to incidents such as natural disasters, technological hazards or human-caused emergencies. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S541","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999291,"bill_number":"S1585","title":"Expanding healthcare proxy access to medical records","description":"For legislation to expand health care proxy access to medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1585","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1999292,"bill_number":"S1796","title":"Relative to pensions and the best interest of beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to pensions and the best interest of beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1796","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1999293,"bill_number":"S1745","title":"Relative to lawfully owed DNA","description":"For legislation relative to lawfully owed DNA. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1745","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999294,"bill_number":"S1883","title":"Authorizing the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Paul Lemelin","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Paul Lemelin. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1883","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1999295,"bill_number":"S2214","title":"Establishing the official tugboat of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the official tugboat of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2214","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999296,"bill_number":"S2025","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2025","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999297,"bill_number":"S1345","title":"Expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers","description":"For legislation to expand access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1345","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999298,"bill_number":"S266","title":"Relative to custom-built heavy duty vehicles sold in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to custom-built heavy duty vehicles sold in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S266","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999299,"bill_number":"S669","title":"Relative to sustaining natural and working lands","description":"For legislation relative to sustaining natural and working lands for climate programs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S549","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S669","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999300,"bill_number":"S1443","title":"Providing for the establishment of sustainable water resource funds","description":"For legislation to provide for the establishment of sustainable water resource funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1443","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999301,"bill_number":"S1134","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1134","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999302,"bill_number":"S1720","title":"To build restorative family and community connection","description":"For legislation relative to regulating visits in state prisons and correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2858","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1720","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999303,"bill_number":"S2308","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2308","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999304,"bill_number":"S1203","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1203","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999305,"bill_number":"S1684","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1684","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999306,"bill_number":"S381","title":"Limiting cell phones in classrooms","description":"For legislation to limit cell phones in classrooms. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S381","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1999307,"bill_number":"S1221","title":"Strengthening GPS tampering Laws","description":"For legislation relative to GPS tampering. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3159","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1221","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999308,"bill_number":"S674","title":"Relative to the creation of the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund","description":"For legislation to create the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2718","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S674","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999309,"bill_number":"S378","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S378","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1999310,"bill_number":"S980","title":"Relative to the condominium owners’ rights","description":"For legislation relative to the Condominium Owners’ Rights Act (CORA). Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S980","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":1999311,"bill_number":"S2077","title":"Relative to tax credits for affordable housing","description":"For legislation relative to tax credits for affordable housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2077","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999312,"bill_number":"S38","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology","description":"By Mr. Finegold, a petition of Barry R. Finegold that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S38/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S38","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999313,"bill_number":"S1728","title":"To reform parole supervision in the interest of justice","description":"For legislation to reform parole supervision in the interest of justice. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2798","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1728","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999314,"bill_number":"S1526","title":"Putting patients over profits in hospital licensure","description":"For legislation to put patients over profits in hospital licensure. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2790","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1526","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999315,"bill_number":"S1178","title":"To reduce mass incarceration","description":"For legislation to reduce mass incarceration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3199","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1178","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1999316,"bill_number":"S128","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to review Department of Developmental Services regulations and practices","description":"By Mr. Feeney, a petition of Paul R. Feeney that provisions be made for a special commission (including members of the General Court) to review Department of Developmental Services regulations and practices. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S128","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999317,"bill_number":"S333","title":"To promote phone free schools","description":"For legislation to prohibiting the use of wireless communication devices in K-12 public schools by students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2549","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S333","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1999318,"bill_number":"S2071","title":"Granting property tax relief to seniors","description":"For legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2036","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2071","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999319,"bill_number":"S936","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation relative to the endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2702","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S936","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999320,"bill_number":"S2212","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2212","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999321,"bill_number":"S1268","title":"To enhance the authority of courts to protect public safety","description":"For legislation to enhance the authority of courts to protect public safety. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1268","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1999322,"bill_number":"S2185","title":"Relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector","description":"For legislation to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2185","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999323,"bill_number":"S2065","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2065","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999324,"bill_number":"S2205","title":"Updating the Open Meeting Law to support remote participation","description":"For legislation relative to update the Open Meeting Law to support remote participation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2205","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1999325,"bill_number":"S579","title":"To reimburse the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund","description":"For legislation to reimburse the Inland Fisheries and Game Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S579","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1999326,"bill_number":"S2005","title":"Authorizing an excise tax credit for eligible semiconductor companies","description":"For legislation relative to economic development initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2005","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1999327,"bill_number":"S1408","title":"Providing appropriate care for certain populations","description":"For legislation to provide appropriate care for certain populations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1408","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1999328,"bill_number":"S2393","title":"Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the safety and standards of autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2393","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1999329,"bill_number":"S1616","title":"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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1616","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999330,"bill_number":"S1432","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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1432","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999331,"bill_number":"S1620","title":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","description":"For legislation to protect children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1620","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1999332,"bill_number":"S2427","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to investigate and study the protection of junior operators","description":"Relative to the protection of junior operator licenses and vehicle safety for minors. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2427","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1999333,"bill_number":"S67","title":"To reimburse the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund","description":"For legislation to reimburse the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S67/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S67","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999334,"bill_number":"S1984","title":"Establishing an empowerment scholarship tax credit to expand educational opportunities","description":"For legislation to establish an empowerment scholarship tax credit to expand educational opportunities and fair access to quality education for low-and-moderate-income students. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5596","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1984","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1999335,"bill_number":"S2482","title":"To establish the Massachusetts National Guard Museum in Salem","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts National Guard Museum in Salem. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2482","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1999336,"bill_number":"S1057","title":"Relative to fentanyl test strips","description":"For legislation relative to fentanyl test strips. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1057","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1999337,"bill_number":"S32","title":"Resolve relative to digital impersonation and exploitation","description":"Relative to the potential impacts and legal implications of advanced technology and the internet on protecting individuals from exploitation. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2634","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S32/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S32","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1999338,"bill_number":"S278","title":"Relative to credit card surcharges","description":"Relative to credit card surcharges. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2819","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S278","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":1999339,"bill_number":"S1085","title":"Relative to civil remedies for sexual assault by an officer","description":"For legislation to implement civil remedies for sexual assault by an officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1085","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1999340,"bill_number":"S373","title":"Enhancing learning in the early school years through a ban on school exclusion in pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade","description":"For legislation to enhance learning in the early school years through a ban on school exclusion in pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S373","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":1999341,"bill_number":"S1747","title":"Relative to public safety on private and public college and university campuses","description":"For legislation relative to public safety on private college and university campuses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1747","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1999723,"bill_number":"S2505","title":"Relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District","description":"For legislation relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-01-21","last_action":"New draft substituted (Durant), see S3160","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2505","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2000476,"bill_number":"H2765","title":"Relative to defining certain disabilities","description":"Relative to the disability retirement law for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2765","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2000477,"bill_number":"H2369","title":"To ensure cleaner air for communities overburdened by outdoor air pollution","description":"Relative to communities with high cumulative exposure burdens to toxic outdoor air contaminants and criteria pollutants. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2369","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000478,"bill_number":"H1724","title":"To modernize public liability","description":"For legislation to further regulate public liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1724","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2000479,"bill_number":"H3042","title":"Establishing a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in the town of Concord","description":"By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Simon Cataldo and Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) that town of Concord be authorized to establish a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3042","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2000480,"bill_number":"H113","title":"Resolve to make America healthy again","description":"Relative to the safety of certain foods and food additives. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4731","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H113","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2000481,"bill_number":"H1851","title":"Relative to forfeiture reform","description":"Relative to human trafficking forfeiture reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1851","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000482,"bill_number":"H1589","title":"To amend the definition of hate crime","description":"Relative to the definition of hate crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1589","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000483,"bill_number":"H2580","title":"To protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to local and state law enforcement involvement in federal immigration enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5355 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2580","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2000484,"bill_number":"H1030","title":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund","description":"By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition of David Allen Robertson for the allocation of a certain sum of money to the town of Tewksbury for sewer relief purposes from the Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1030","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2000485,"bill_number":"H2698","title":"Relative to public safety retention in gateway municipalities","description":"Relative to public safety retention in gateway municipalities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2698","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2000486,"bill_number":"H3021","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3021","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000487,"bill_number":"H545","title":"Relative to MassHealth reimbursement to schools","description":"Relative to MassHealth reimbursement to schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H545","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000488,"bill_number":"H2482","title":"To ban internet tobacco sales","description":"Relative to internet tobacco sales. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2482","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2000489,"bill_number":"H2466","title":"Supporting survivors through financial assistance","description":"By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition of Sally P. Kerans, Jason M. Lewis and Samantha Montaño that the Department of Public Health be authorized to establish a program to support survivors through financial assistance. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2466","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2000490,"bill_number":"H3778","title":"Relative to improved headlight safety","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa that motor vehicles be equipped with adaptive beam headlight technology. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3778","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2000491,"bill_number":"H1918","title":"Promoting fairness in youthful offender indictments","description":"Relative to youthful offender indictments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1918","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2000492,"bill_number":"H2104","title":"Relative to meeting human service demand by modernizing incentives for the direct care workforce","description":"Relative to wage rates for human services providers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2104","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2000493,"bill_number":"H1738","title":"Relative to the free flow of information","description":"Relative to government entities compelling certain service providers to provide testimony or documents on behalf of a covered journalists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4638","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1738","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2000494,"bill_number":"H2425","title":"Relative to medical physics","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration in medical physics. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2425","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2000495,"bill_number":"H2805","title":"Authorizing the South Shore Charter School to join the State Employees Retirement System","description":"For legislation to authorize employees of the South Shore Charter School to join the state employees retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2805","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000496,"bill_number":"H1493","title":"Allowing movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to using movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4707","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1493","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000497,"bill_number":"H106","title":"To modernize funding for community media programming","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. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H106","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2000498,"bill_number":"H3592","title":"Establishing a program for local art and community engagement","description":"Relative to establishing a program for local art and community engagement commission in support of local art and community engagement. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3592","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2000499,"bill_number":"H3119","title":"Relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services","description":"Relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3119","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2000500,"bill_number":"H2706","title":"Relative to postsecondary education in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to postsecondary education in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2706","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2000501,"bill_number":"H1582","title":"Relative to service of civil process fees","description":"Relative to service of civil process fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1582","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2000502,"bill_number":"H2408","title":"Relative to staffing at home health and hospice agencies","description":"Relative to staffing at home health and hospice agencies. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2408","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2000503,"bill_number":"H3516","title":"To prevent predatory towing fees for police-authorized tows","description":"By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg (by request), a petition of Emilio Nazario III that the Department of Utilities establish a list of approved charges for towing and storage services provided by towing companies contracted by state or local police departments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3516","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000504,"bill_number":"H3528","title":"Encouraging advanced leak repair technology and renewable thermal energy infrastructure","description":"Relative to advanced natural gas leak repair technology and renewable thermal energy infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3528","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2000505,"bill_number":"H979","title":"Relative to a marine special activity license program","description":"Relative to a marine special activity license program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H979","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2000507,"bill_number":"H1730","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division","description":"For legislation to create a foreclosure review division as a special division of the superior court department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1730","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2000508,"bill_number":"H199","title":"To amend the safe haven law to extend the timeframe for voluntary placement of newborns","description":"For legislation to amend the safe haven law to extend the timeframe for voluntary placement of newborns. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H199","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2000509,"bill_number":"H3165","title":"Protecting the interests of housing cooperative shareholders","description":"Relative to tax deductions for housing cooperative shareholders. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3165","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000510,"bill_number":"H3217","title":"Relative to retail deliveries","description":"For legislation to impose an excise on retail deliveries. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3217","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2000511,"bill_number":"H1594","title":"Relative to controlling and abusive litigation","description":"Relative to controlling and abusive litigation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1594","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2000512,"bill_number":"H640","title":"Jason Flatt Law to prevent to prevent teen suicide","description":"Relative to student suicide prevention. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H640","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2000513,"bill_number":"H3016","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3016","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000514,"bill_number":"H1892","title":"Improving access to the Housing Court","description":"Relative to Housing Court case management in Nantucket and Duke counties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1892","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2000515,"bill_number":"H1392","title":"To preserve and protect public health","description":"Relative to vaccine administration reimbursement rates for Medicaid. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1392","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000516,"bill_number":"H2477","title":"Relative to patient access to certain health care services","description":"Relative to competent interpreter services in acute-care hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2477","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000517,"bill_number":"H699","title":"To strengthen suicide prevention in schools","description":"For legislation to strengthen suicide prevention in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4563","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H699","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000518,"bill_number":"H1198","title":"To improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation","description":"Relative to payment of patient access to non-emergency medical transportation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5038","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1198","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000519,"bill_number":"H2468","title":"For healthy kids, healthy futures","description":"For legislation to promote the health of children by regulating sugary drinks in schools, nutritional information at certain restaurants and media literacy in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2468","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2000520,"bill_number":"H3002","title":"Relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police","description":"Relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3002","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2000521,"bill_number":"H1405","title":"Establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide equitable access to quality, affordable healthcare services by establishing Medicare for all persons in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5590","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1405","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2000522,"bill_number":"H329","title":"Relative to license caps","description":"For legislation to further regulate the issuance liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H329","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2000523,"bill_number":"H935","title":"Limiting toxics release inventory facilities in environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to decreasing the siting or expansion of toxics release inventory facilities within certain low income or minority populated neighborhoods. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H935","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2000524,"bill_number":"H3147","title":"Relative to the conservation land tax credit","description":"Relative to the conservation land tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5371 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3147","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000525,"bill_number":"H1619","title":"Relative to Trial Court data collection","description":"Relative to Trial Court age, gender and race data collection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1619","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000526,"bill_number":"H2968","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2968","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2000527,"bill_number":"H2032","title":"Relative to grandparent visitation rights","description":"Relative to visitation rights for grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2032","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2000528,"bill_number":"H1341","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1341","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2000529,"bill_number":"H230","title":"Empowering the office of the child advocate to enforce its statutory duties","description":"Relative to the powers of the Child Advocate to appear, intervene in or bring actions on behalf the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H230","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2000530,"bill_number":"H302","title":"Relative to housing production plans","description":"Relative to housing production plans. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H302","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000531,"bill_number":"H2925","title":"Relative to the human resource division’s civil service unit","description":"By Representative Nguyen of Andover, a petition of Tram T. Nguyen that the Executive Office for Administration and Finance fund the civil service unit of the Human Resource Division. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2925","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2000532,"bill_number":"H2289","title":"To preserve public safety grant funding for cities and towns","description":"Relative to public safety grant funding for cities and towns for compliance with certain zoning laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2289","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000533,"bill_number":"H1934","title":"Preventing animal cruelty","description":"For legislation to further regulate animal cruelty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4675","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1934","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2000534,"bill_number":"H890","title":"Relative to crumbling concrete foundations","description":"Relative to concrete foundations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H890","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2000535,"bill_number":"H1209","title":"Creating a commission to study unemployment insurance reform","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study unemployment insurance reform. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1209","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000536,"bill_number":"H1570","title":"To promote access to housing and improve educational outcomes","description":"By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition of Chynah Tyler that the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities be authorized to establish a pilot program to promote access to housing and improve educational outcomes. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1570","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2000538,"bill_number":"H1508","title":"Repealing the misused and misguided right to shelter law that is unique to Massachusetts","description":"Relative to repealing the emergency housing assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1508","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2000539,"bill_number":"H1622","title":"Removing barriers to justice in the workplace","description":"Relative to workplace discrimination complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1622","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000540,"bill_number":"H2971","title":"To provide public safety telecommunicators with the same internal benefits as first responders","description":"For legislation to provide public safety telecommunicators with the same internal benefits as first responders. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2971","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2000541,"bill_number":"H1103","title":"Relative to default insurance programs for certain public construction projects","description":"Relative to trade contracts secured by performance and payment bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1103","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2000542,"bill_number":"H525","title":"Related to high school graduation","description":"Relative to competency determination and high school diplomas. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H525","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2000543,"bill_number":"H1050","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts flood risk protection program","description":"For legislation to assess the current and future flood risk to property statewide. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1050","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2000544,"bill_number":"H1878","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1878","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2000545,"bill_number":"H257","title":"Relative to public accommodations for individuals with verbal communication impairments","description":"Relative to public accommodations for individuals with verbal communication impairments. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H257","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000546,"bill_number":"H2644","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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2644","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000547,"bill_number":"H3092","title":"Reducing CPA recording fees for affordable housing","description":"Relative to recording fees paid by certified public accountants to registers of deeds and assistant recorders under the community preservation law. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3092","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2000548,"bill_number":"H1117","title":"Promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce","description":"Relative to coverage of birth centers and the midwifery workforce. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5016","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1117","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2000549,"bill_number":"H2563","title":"Establishing the dentist and dental hygienist compact","description":"For legislation to establish a dentist and dental hygienist compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5214","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2563","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2000550,"bill_number":"H2779","title":"Relative to Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws","description":"Relative to employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority under the retirement law for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2779","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000551,"bill_number":"H2793","title":"Authorizing a retirement board system local option for totally and permanently incapacitated workers","description":"For legislation to provide local option for retirement boards to grant retirement to totally and permanently incapacitated workers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2793","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2000552,"bill_number":"H2889","title":"Relative to regional planning agencies","description":"For legislation to further regulate regional planning agencies as members of the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2889","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2000553,"bill_number":"H2652","title":"Relative to motor vehicle battery storage","description":"For legislation to require the display of notice to the public and first responders of the presence of motor vehicle batteries on the premises of motor vehicle repair and storage facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2652","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000554,"bill_number":"H871","title":"Moving the date of regular primary elections","description":"For legislation to further regulate primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H871","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2000555,"bill_number":"H2727","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2727","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2000556,"bill_number":"H3870","title":"Amending the definition of veteran","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3870","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2000557,"bill_number":"H3296","title":"Relative to the Cobble Mountain Reservoir in the towns of Blandford, Granville, and Russell","description":"Relative to the Cobble Mountain Road in the towns of Blandford, Granville, and Russell. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4679","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3296","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2000558,"bill_number":"H3676","title":"Relative to modernizing and expanding availability of motor vehicle titling and registration services","description":"Relative to motor vehicle titling and registration services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4724","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3676","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2000559,"bill_number":"H413","title":"Relative to transparency in health club cancellation policies","description":"Relative to transparency in health club cancellation policies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H413","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000560,"bill_number":"H2464","title":"Relative to abandoned remains","description":"Relative to abandoned remains or dead bodies. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2464","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2000561,"bill_number":"H2344","title":"Requiring Safe Harbor exceptions to the MBTA Communities Act","description":"For legislation to require safe harbor exceptions to the multi-family zoning as-of-right in certain MBTA communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2344","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000562,"bill_number":"H1480","title":"Financing housing first programs and housing for all in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to authorize supplemental financing of housing first programs, state public housing renovations, and other housing programs and to make related changes in certain laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1480","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000563,"bill_number":"H494","title":"Reducing costs for microbusinesses","description":"Relative to filing costs for microbusinesses. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H494","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2000564,"bill_number":"H2989","title":"Relative to creditable service for Wayne Taylor","description":"By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira (with the approval of the board of regional county commissioners) that Wayne Taylor be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2989","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2000565,"bill_number":"H2453","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2453","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000566,"bill_number":"H3527","title":"Preserving broadband service for low-income consumers","description":"Relative to broadband service for low-income consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3527","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2000567,"bill_number":"H2385","title":"Establishing a special commission on avian influenza (H5N1)","description":"Relative to mitigating the risks of avian influenza also known as H5N1. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2385","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2000568,"bill_number":"H1859","title":"Titled Justina's law","description":"Relative to indemnifying parents and legal guardians who have followed medical care recommended by licensed medical or mental health providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1859","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2000570,"bill_number":"H2743","title":"Relative to harbormasters","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of harbormasters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2743","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2000571,"bill_number":"H2573","title":"To enhance public safety","description":"For legislation to require mandatory cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement by local and state law enforcement agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2573","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2000572,"bill_number":"H3015","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3015","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000573,"bill_number":"H1818","title":"Regarding on behalf orders","description":"Relative to orders issued to minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1818","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2000574,"bill_number":"H2285","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2285","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000575,"bill_number":"H1974","title":"Relative to privileged communications in defamation actions","description":"Relative to privileged communications in defamation actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1974","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2000576,"bill_number":"H3350","title":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects","description":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3350","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2000577,"bill_number":"H268","title":"To keep siblings together in foster care","description":"For legislation relative to the placement of foster children with their siblings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4656","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H268","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2000578,"bill_number":"H3488","title":"Relative to tax incentives for building to NetZero Standards","description":"Relative to the cost burdens of certain incentives for statewide greenhouse gas emissions limits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3488","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2000579,"bill_number":"H612","title":"Relative to an educational unfunded mandate task force","description":"For legislation to provide for investigation by a task force (including members of the General Court) relative to the state mandates placed on public schools and districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H612","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000580,"bill_number":"H1673","title":"Relative to the efficient management and operation of the registries of probate","description":"Relative to the operation of the registries of probate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1673","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2000581,"bill_number":"H475","title":"Eliminating the residency requirement for fortune tellers","description":"Relative to eliminating residency requirements for fortune tellers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H475","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2000583,"bill_number":"H86","title":"To protect location privacy","description":"Relative to regulation of location information derived from electronic devices. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H86/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H86","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2000584,"bill_number":"H2575","title":"Relative to administering state and local agreements","description":"Relative to law enforcement agreements to enforce federal law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2575","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2000585,"bill_number":"H2522","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2522","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2000586,"bill_number":"H1711","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1711","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2000587,"bill_number":"H3349","title":"To return DOC and Parole to Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to transfer jurisdiction of the Department of Correction and the Parole Board from the Executive Office of Public Safety to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3349","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000588,"bill_number":"H1052","title":"Accelerating wetlands restoration","description":"Relative to wetlands restoration. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1052","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2000589,"bill_number":"H1119","title":"Relative to financial technology services","description":"Relative to licensing of earned wage access services providers by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1119","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2000590,"bill_number":"H3628","title":"Relative to unpaved roads","description":"Relative to unpaved roads. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3628","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2000591,"bill_number":"H1624","title":"Establishing a task force to study equitable access to psilocybin and other entheogenic plants","description":"For legislation to establish an interagency task force to study the public health and social justice implications of legalizing the possession, consumption, transportation, and distribution of naturally cultivated entheogenic plants and fungi. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1624","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000592,"bill_number":"H1111","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1111","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000593,"bill_number":"H3866","title":"Relative to waiving education requirements for skilled veterans to be LPNs","description":"By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition of Kate Lipper-Garabedian that the Board of Registration in Nursing be authorized to establish a waiver program for military personnel who satisfactorily complete medical training offered through the military. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3866","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2000594,"bill_number":"H2200","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the administration of opioid maintenance treatment in the prescription monitoring program. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2200","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000595,"bill_number":"H2395","title":"Relative to clinical laboratories","description":"Relative to clinical laboratories. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2395","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000596,"bill_number":"H924","title":"Relative to the Great Barrington Fire District","description":"For legislation to authorize the Great Barrington Fire District to supply the inhabitants of the town of Great Barrington with water for domestic and other purposes. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H924","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2000597,"bill_number":"H3108","title":"To establish the micro business employee training and workforce development program","description":"For legislation to establish a tax incentive program for micro businesses to hire formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals receiving transitional benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3108","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2000598,"bill_number":"H850","title":"Relative to honest online political advertisement disclosure and election interference","description":"Relative to electioneering communication expenditures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H850","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000599,"bill_number":"H3127","title":"Providing tax relief for rent-burdened individuals and families","description":"Relative to the tax deduction for rental payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3127","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2000601,"bill_number":"H839","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H839","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000602,"bill_number":"H1102","title":"Protecting the use of bank names, trade names and trademarks in electronic communications","description":"Relative to the use of bank names, trade names and trademarks in electronic communications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1102","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2000603,"bill_number":"H1069","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 Representative Wells of Milton, a petition of Richard G. Wells, Jr., that the Department of Conservation and Recreation erect and maintain memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1069","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2000605,"bill_number":"H2406","title":"Relative to health care worker and first responder safety","description":"Relative to health care worker and first responder safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2406","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2000606,"bill_number":"H3747","title":"Relative to duplicate license plates","description":"Relative to duplicate motor vehicle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3747","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2000607,"bill_number":"H2331","title":"Allowing municipalities to reasonably regulate solar siting","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances for the regulation of the installation of solar energy systems. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2331","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2000608,"bill_number":"H867","title":"Relative to bake sales, farmer’s markets, or community festivals by political party committees","description":"Relative to campaign contributions at bake sales, farmer’s markets, or community festivals by political party committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H867","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2000609,"bill_number":"H597","title":"Ensuring full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs","description":"Relative to reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H597","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2000610,"bill_number":"H775","title":"Establishing a commission on aging disabled adults","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on aging disabled adults. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4558","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H775","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000611,"bill_number":"H1322","title":"Ensuring access to specialty medications","description":"Relative to access to specialty medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4497","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1322","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000612,"bill_number":"H1379","title":"Exempting medications used for the treatment of opioid use disorder from the prior approval process under the Massachusetts Medicaid program","description":"Relative to exempting medications used for the treatment of opioid use disorder from the prior approval process under the Massachusetts Medicaid program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1379","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000613,"bill_number":"H2099","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2099","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2000615,"bill_number":"H1256","title":"Reducing the costs for small business","description":"Relative to the organization of limited liability companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1256","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000616,"bill_number":"H441","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4981","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H441","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2000617,"bill_number":"H2332","title":"Relative to COVID-19 complications for public safety employees","description":"Relative to indemnification of certain police officers and fire fighters. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2332","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2000618,"bill_number":"H2532","title":"Relative to therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers","description":"For legislation to establish a non profit therapeutic center pilot program offering psilocybin treatment for mental and physical health needs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4986","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2532","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2000619,"bill_number":"H3837","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3837","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000620,"bill_number":"H263","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H263","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2000621,"bill_number":"H2626","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2626","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2000622,"bill_number":"H2871","title":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees","description":"Relative to certain public employee retirement system option B and option C retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2787","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2871","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2000623,"bill_number":"H3718","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3718","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2000624,"bill_number":"H3840","title":"Fraudulent representation of an accredited veterans service officer, accredited agent or attorney","description":"Relative to fraudulent representation of an accredited veterans service officer, accredited agent or attorney. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3840","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2000625,"bill_number":"H846","title":"Enhancing disclosure requirements for synthetic media in political advertising","description":"Relative to disclosure requirements for synthetic media in political advertising. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5094","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H846","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000626,"bill_number":"H3414","title":"Amending the tenure of the officers of the state staff","description":"For legislation to further regulate the tenure of the officers of the state staff. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5167","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3414","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2000627,"bill_number":"H3325","title":"To create the buy clean Massachusetts program","description":"Relative to construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3325","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2000628,"bill_number":"H2738","title":"Relative to providing advanced life support to police dogs injured in the line of duty","description":"Relative to providing advanced life support to police dogs injured in the line of duty. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5355 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2738","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2000629,"bill_number":"H2217","title":"Relative to opioid reversal drugs","description":"Relative to opioid reversal drugs. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2217","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2000630,"bill_number":"H3367","title":"To procure public products or services from Massachusetts or the United States","description":"For legislation to procure public products or services from businesses in Massachusetts or the United States. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3367","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2000631,"bill_number":"H2961","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by contagious disease; presumption","description":"Relative to the presumption for disability or death cause by contagious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2961","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2000633,"bill_number":"H2430","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2430","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2000634,"bill_number":"H3271","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3271","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2000635,"bill_number":"H3415","title":"Relative to contractor liability for unpermitted construction","description":"Relative to contractor liability for unpermitted construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5167","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3415","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2000636,"bill_number":"H905","title":"Expanding pleasure boat access to Boston Harbor","description":"For legislation to expand pleasure boat access to Boston Harbor. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H905","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000637,"bill_number":"H1365","title":"Relative to changing Mass Health estate recoup for people with disabilities beyond age 55","description":"Relative to changing Mass Health estate recoup for people with disabilities beyond age 55. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1365","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2000638,"bill_number":"H3551","title":"Relative to smart meters","description":"Relative to the use of smart meters by utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5292","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3551","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2000639,"bill_number":"H3706","title":"Establishing a Medal of Fidelity license plate","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles establish a Medal of Fidelity license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5624","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3706","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000640,"bill_number":"H2898","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2898","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2000641,"bill_number":"H3023","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5196","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3023","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000642,"bill_number":"H938","title":"Establishing sustainable and equitable funding for climate change adaptation and mitigation","description":"Relative to funding for climate change adaptation and mitigation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H938","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2000643,"bill_number":"H2671","title":"Relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children","description":"Relative to missing and abducted children investigations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2671","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000644,"bill_number":"H1345","title":"Enhancing homebuyer awareness by providing notice to persons purchasing property in a flood zone","description":"Relative to purchasing property in a flood zone. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1345","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2000645,"bill_number":"H2203","title":"Establishing a pilot program for access to regulated psilocybin","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Public Health to establish a pilot program for psilocybin services for adults with post-traumatic stress disorder and other specified conditions. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2203","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000646,"bill_number":"H3377","title":"Relative to microfilm","description":"Relative to methods of recording documents by registries of deeds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3377","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000647,"bill_number":"H1870","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1870","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2000648,"bill_number":"H1274","title":"Prohibiting PBMs from discriminating against hospitals and patients participating in the 340B drug discount program","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination against 340B drug discount program participants. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4494","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1274","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2000649,"bill_number":"H3292","title":"Establishing Indigenous Peoples Day","description":"Relative to the annual issuance of a proclamation from the Governor setting apart the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3292","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000650,"bill_number":"H3789","title":"Relative to the Move Over Law","description":"Relative to the move over law, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3675","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3789","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2000651,"bill_number":"H2599","title":"Relative to the use of green lights for municipal emergency management vehicles","description":"Relative to the use of green lights for municipal emergency management vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2599","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2000652,"bill_number":"H1770","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1770","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000653,"bill_number":"H811","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to provide for citizen-funded election campaigns","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to provide for citizen-funded election campaigns for municipal offices. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H811","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000654,"bill_number":"H458","title":"Relative to cosmetic labeling","description":"Relative to labeling by professional cosmetic manufacturers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H458","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2000655,"bill_number":"H576","title":"To reduce exclusionary discipline for violations of rules related to student grooming and dress","description":"Relative to exclusionary discipline for violations of rules related to student grooming and dress. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H576","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2000656,"bill_number":"H3564","title":"Relative to infrastructure replacement projects","description":"Relative to natural gas infrastructure replacement projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3564","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2000657,"bill_number":"H233","title":"Relative to children’s advocacy centers and the Massachusetts children’s alliance","description":"Relative to children’s advocacy centers and the Massachusetts children’s alliance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H233","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2000658,"bill_number":"H431","title":"To end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate real estate brokers and salespersons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4457","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H431","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2000659,"bill_number":"H959","title":"Relative to toxic air contaminant reduction","description":"Relative to toxic air contaminant reduction. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H959","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2000660,"bill_number":"H1828","title":"Relative to due process","description":"Relative to due process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1828","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000661,"bill_number":"H825","title":"Supporting caregivers running for public office","description":"Relative to adult-care service expenses of dependent adults for candidates while performing work or attending certain campaign events. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H825","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2000662,"bill_number":"H3621","title":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3621","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2000663,"bill_number":"H2710","title":"Relative to nonresident ban on semiautomatic hunting","description":"Relative to nonresident ban on semiautomatic hunting. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2710","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2000665,"bill_number":"H3056","title":"Enabling a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing","description":"For legislation to support affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to certain real estate transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Monday, January 4, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3056","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000666,"bill_number":"H3692","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"Relative to bicycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3692","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000668,"bill_number":"H3218","title":"Establishing tax credits for health care preceptorship","description":"For legislation to establish tax credits for health care preceptorships. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3218","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2000669,"bill_number":"H442","title":"Authorizing charity alcohol auctions","description":"For legislation to authorize charity alcohol auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5351","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H442","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2000670,"bill_number":"H769","title":"To improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia","description":"For legislation to improve care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4302","last_action_date":"2025-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H769","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2000671,"bill_number":"H1898","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5030","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1898","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000672,"bill_number":"H1927","title":"Exonerating certain individuals accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts","description":"Relative to exonerating certain individuals accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5154","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1927","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2000673,"bill_number":"H3713","title":"Relative to noise report data and good neighbor policy at Beverly Regional Airport","description":"Relative to airplane noise data collection. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5278","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3713","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2000674,"bill_number":"H925","title":"To increase access to recycling","description":"For legislation to increase access to recycling in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H925","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2000675,"bill_number":"H242","title":"To enhance standards of care for those with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to enhance standards of care for those with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H242","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2000676,"bill_number":"H3763","title":"Improving safety measures for highway maintenance personnel","description":"Relative to improving safety measures for highway maintenance personnel. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3763","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2000677,"bill_number":"H1494","title":"Relative to improve access to rental assistance programs","description":"Relative to rental assistance programs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1494","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000678,"bill_number":"H3183","title":"Allow all towns and cities to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as an incentive for housing (residential rehab or commercial conversion)","description":"Relative to tax increment financing (TIF). Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3183","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2000679,"bill_number":"H265","title":"Regarding families and children in need of assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a network of community-based services and family resource centers for families and children in need of assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H265","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2000680,"bill_number":"H1049","title":"Promoting drinking water quality for all","description":"Relative to the quality of drinking water from private wells. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1049","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000681,"bill_number":"H305","title":"Improving housing opportunities","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances and by-laws and improving housing opportunities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4757","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H305","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2000682,"bill_number":"H2321","title":"Authorizing the city of Watertown to publish digital legal notices","description":"For legislation to allow print free digital legal notices for the city of Watertown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2321","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2000683,"bill_number":"H2719","title":"To allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings","description":"For legislation to allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings and schools. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2719","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000684,"bill_number":"H202","title":"To close the achievement gap by addressing disparities in children's vision","description":"For legislation to establish a children’s vision and eye health advisory council. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5089","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H202","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000685,"bill_number":"H827","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H827","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2000686,"bill_number":"H942","title":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse","description":"Relative to the siting of refuse facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H942","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2000687,"bill_number":"H3535","title":"Relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles","description":"Relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3535","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2000688,"bill_number":"H3457","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"Relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3457","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2000689,"bill_number":"H1581","title":"Specifying an electronic system to ensure that sales of certain products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) do not exceed limits established under federal law","description":"Relative to specifying an electronic system to ensure that sales of certain products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) do not exceed limits established under federal law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1581","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2000690,"bill_number":"H1141","title":"Increasing access to acute hospital at home services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage to expand access to acute hospital at home services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5018","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1141","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2000691,"bill_number":"H2071","title":"Relative to time and a half wages","description":"Relative to time and a half wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2071","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2000693,"bill_number":"H2607","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relative to injured correctional officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2607","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2000694,"bill_number":"H2049","title":"Relative to expungement of certain past marijuana convictions","description":"Relative to the expungement of certain past marijuana convictions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2049","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2000695,"bill_number":"H644","title":"Updating the administration of medications in schools statute to include epilepsy","description":"Relative to the administration of epilepsy medication in a school setting. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H644","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000697,"bill_number":"H1335","title":"Relative to unclaimed property","description":"Relative to unclaimed property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1335","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2000698,"bill_number":"H2353","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2353","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2000699,"bill_number":"H383","title":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors","description":"Relative to expanding licensure opportunities for school counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4456","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H383","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2000700,"bill_number":"H3019","title":"Exempting certain fraternal organizations from the tax of sales of alcoholic beverages","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3019","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000701,"bill_number":"H1609","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1609","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000702,"bill_number":"H2873","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2873","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000703,"bill_number":"H1490","title":"Relative to landlord’s right to information","description":"Relative to the Affordable Homes Act. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1490","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000704,"bill_number":"H2338","title":"Relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations","description":"Relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2338","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2000705,"bill_number":"H625","title":"Relative to corporal punishment","description":"For legislation to prohibit corporal punishment of pupils at private educational institutions. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H625","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000706,"bill_number":"H3079","title":"To promote employee ownership","description":"Relative to the taxation of certain business corporations sponsoring employee stock ownership plans. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3079","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2000707,"bill_number":"H3365","title":"Relative to permitting public corporations to hold remote annual and special meetings","description":"For legislation to authorize public corporations to hold remote annual and special meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3365","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000708,"bill_number":"H2832","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System benefit calculation","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System benefit calculation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2832","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2000709,"bill_number":"H3109","title":"Relative to creating the massachusetts against discrimination fund","description":"For legislation to establish voluntary contribution check-off boxes on state tax returns to provide financial assistance to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3109","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2000710,"bill_number":"H3372","title":"Relative to the submission of design-build proposals","description":"Relative to the submission of design-build proposals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3372","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2000711,"bill_number":"H3254","title":"Expanding the senior property tax exemption","description":"Relative to expanding the senior property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3254","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2000712,"bill_number":"H176","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H176","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2000713,"bill_number":"H1682","title":"To prevent assaults on sports officials","description":"For legislation to prevent assaults on sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1682","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2000714,"bill_number":"H1746","title":"Enhancing protections for sexual violence survivors","description":"Relative to enhancing protections for sexual violence survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1746","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2000715,"bill_number":"H1819","title":"Relative to judicial compensation","description":"Relative to judicial compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1819","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2000716,"bill_number":"H758","title":"Relative to providing dental care to senior citizens","description":"By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan that the Division of Medical Assistance be authorized to include dentures, restorative, endodontic and periodontal treatment within its covered services for certain persons ages 65 and older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H758","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000717,"bill_number":"H2415","title":"Relative to safer treatment","description":"Relative to the practice of “dry needling” or “trigger point acupuncture” by certain health care professionals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2415","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2000718,"bill_number":"H3794","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3794","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2000719,"bill_number":"H2897","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2897","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2000720,"bill_number":"H147","title":"To modernize cannabis retail operations","description":"Relative to cannabis retail operations. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H147","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2000721,"bill_number":"H2128","title":"Relative to commissioned employees","description":"Relative to compensation of certain employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5361","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2128","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000722,"bill_number":"H2549","title":"Relative to fluoride in water warnings","description":"Relative to fluoride in water warnings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2549","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2000723,"bill_number":"H482","title":"Relative to designated port areas","description":"For legislation to establish a designated port area community fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H482","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2000724,"bill_number":"H2296","title":"Amending the MBTA communities act to provide recategorization and alternative compliance","description":"For legislation to provide recategorization and alternative compliance under the MBTA communities act, so-called. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2296","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000725,"bill_number":"H270","title":"Relative to the consideration of a child’s racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identity","description":"Relative to the long-term well-being consideration of a child’s racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identity. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4656","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H270","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2000726,"bill_number":"H592","title":"Relative to school transportation personnel","description":"Relative to school transportation personnel. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H592","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2000728,"bill_number":"H1325","title":"To ensure access to generic medication","description":"Relative to access to generic medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4789","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1325","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2000729,"bill_number":"H1965","title":"Relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction","description":"Relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1965","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2000730,"bill_number":"H1204","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1204","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000731,"bill_number":"H2828","title":"Relative to expanding the hiring radius for police departments","description":"Relative to residency requirements for certain police officers, firefighters and fire alarm division personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2828","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2000732,"bill_number":"H1296","title":"To protect 340B providers","description":"Relative to 340B pharmacies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4495","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1296","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2000733,"bill_number":"H2370","title":"Prioritizing patient access to care","description":"Relative to pregnancies existing for 24 weeks or more. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5595","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2370","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000734,"bill_number":"H909","title":"To establish a grant and loan program for low noise, low emissions landscape maintenance equipment","description":"For legislation to establish a grant and loan program for small businesses and municipalities to transition landscape maintenance equipment to low noise, low emissions equipment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H909","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2000735,"bill_number":"H3343","title":"Making October 25th Dwarfism awareness day in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to making October 25th Dwarfism awareness day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3343","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2000737,"bill_number":"H551","title":"Relative to Parental Rights in Education","description":"Relative to procedures for parental notification of changes to the mental, emotional, or physical health or well-being of students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H551","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000738,"bill_number":"H2933","title":"Relative to the membership of the PRIM Board","description":"Relative to the membership of the PRIM Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2933","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2000739,"bill_number":"H2647","title":"To improve police training","description":"Relative to basic and in-service training programs by the municipal police training committee. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2647","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000740,"bill_number":"H2432","title":"To reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer","description":"For legislation to reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2432","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2000741,"bill_number":"H3547","title":"Preventing gas expansion to protect climate, community health and safety","description":"Relative to preventing gas expansion and the creation of a just transition office for employment and training opportunities for certain displaced workers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3547","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2000742,"bill_number":"H1159","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1159","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2000743,"bill_number":"H3195","title":"Regarding a sales tax exemption","description":"Relative to a sales tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3195","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000744,"bill_number":"H3303","title":"Establishing an office of restorative justice","description":"For legislation to establish an office of restorative justice within the executive office for administration and finance to build restorative justice capacity in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3303","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2000745,"bill_number":"H2116","title":"Relative to anti-retaliation protections for public employees","description":"Relative to anti-retaliation protections for public employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2116","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000746,"bill_number":"H3672","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"Relative to traffic fatalities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3672","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2000747,"bill_number":"H3429","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program","description":"For legislation to direct the State Treasurer to establish a baby bonds trust fund to assist certain designated beneficiaries in pursuing opportunities for education, housing, and entrepreneurship. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3429","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2000748,"bill_number":"H1146","title":"To establish a Resolution Trust Fund for receipt of reasonable mortgage payments","description":"For legislation to establish a publicly owned and administered trust fund for receipt of reasonable mortgage payments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1146","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2000749,"bill_number":"H1124","title":"Relative to automobile insurance premiums","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1124","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2000750,"bill_number":"H1822","title":"Relative to harassment prevention orders","description":"Relative to harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1822","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000751,"bill_number":"H3009","title":"Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3009","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2000752,"bill_number":"H2962","title":"Relative to the commonwealth's fire departments","description":"Relative to benefits for certain firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2962","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000753,"bill_number":"H3788","title":"To explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation","description":"Relative to establishing a vehicle mileage user fee task force to explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3788","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2000755,"bill_number":"H1838","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1838","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2000756,"bill_number":"H856","title":"Relative to reprecincting","description":"Relative to reprecincting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H856","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000757,"bill_number":"H2489","title":"Relative to including inflammatory breast cancer awareness in nursing education, Marnie's Law","description":"Relative to including inflammatory breast cancer awareness in nursing education. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2489","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2000758,"bill_number":"H3356","title":"Relative to transparency for grant applications","description":"Relative to information provided to relevant state agencies upon the submission of applications for state grant funding. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5169","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3356","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000759,"bill_number":"H1807","title":"Relative to foreclosure mediation","description":"Relative to foreclosure mediation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1807","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2000761,"bill_number":"H2570","title":"Relative to special state police officers","description":"Relative to special state police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2570","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2000762,"bill_number":"H2078","title":"Uplifting families and securing the right to strike for certain public employees","description":"Relative to securing the right to strike for certain public employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2078","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000763,"bill_number":"H1572","title":"To promote Yes in My Back Yard","description":"For legislation to increase housing development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in B-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1572","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2000764,"bill_number":"H2497","title":"Relative to medical health and fitness facilities","description":"Relative to medical health and fitness facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4834","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2497","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2000765,"bill_number":"H885","title":"Resolve providing for a special commission on the field of emergency management","description":"Relative to the field of emergency management. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H885","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2000766,"bill_number":"H642","title":"Changing regional school transportation reimbursement law","description":"Relative to regional school transportation reimbursements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H642","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2000767,"bill_number":"H3279","title":"Allowing for fiscal resilience through strategic investment in stable digital financial assets","description":"Relative to taxation and investment in digital financial assets. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5255","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3279","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2000768,"bill_number":"H1144","title":"To protect health care consumers from surprise billing","description":"Relative to non-contracted and non-emergency healthcare billing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4619","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1144","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2000769,"bill_number":"H3630","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4735","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3630","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2000770,"bill_number":"H2233","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2233","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2000771,"bill_number":"H1299","title":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","description":"For legislation to increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4955","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1299","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2000772,"bill_number":"H1360","title":"Relative to preventing discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of health care","description":"Relative to preventing discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1360","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2000773,"bill_number":"H3595","title":"Addressing challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections","description":"For legislation to authorize library access to electronic books and digital audiobooks and for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3595","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2000774,"bill_number":"H3685","title":"Designating historic routes","description":"For legislation to designate Route 1, Route 20 and Route 6 in the Commonwealth as historic United States routes. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3685","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000775,"bill_number":"H2705","title":"Relative to health education in women's correctional institutions","description":"Relative to health education in women's correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2705","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2000776,"bill_number":"H2479","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing","description":"Relative to the lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2479","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000777,"bill_number":"H824","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"Relative to political designations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H824","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2000778,"bill_number":"H2553","title":"Ensuring access to medical records","description":"Relative to fees to access to medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2553","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2000779,"bill_number":"H1717","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1717","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2000780,"bill_number":"H672","title":"Relative to suicide prevention in schools","description":"By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition of Edward R. Philips that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to offer two hours of evidence based in-service suicide awareness and prevention training once every other year to certain employees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4563","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H672","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2000781,"bill_number":"H510","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H510","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2000782,"bill_number":"H425","title":"Authorizing the town of Ashland to grant additional liquor licenses for the sale of all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Ashland be authorized to grant 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5339","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H425","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2000783,"bill_number":"H1775","title":"Establishing a self-defense exception","description":"Relative to establishing a self-defense exception in the interception of wire and oral communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1775","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000784,"bill_number":"H2863","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2863","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2000788,"bill_number":"H3419","title":"Establishing Indigenous Peoples day","description":"By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition of Jeffrey Rosario Turco, David F. DeCoste and David F. DeCoste for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate August 9th as Indigenous Peoples day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3292","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3419","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000789,"bill_number":"H2407","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"Relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2407","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2000790,"bill_number":"H806","title":"Relative to dark money in local government","description":"Relative to disclosure and regulation of campaign expenditures and contributions for certain town meeting articles. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H806","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2000791,"bill_number":"H780","title":"Establishing the hospital to home partnership program","description":"By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition of Kate Lipper-Garabedian and others that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services be authorized to establish a hospital to home partnership program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4432","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H780","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2000792,"bill_number":"H2260","title":"Relative to firefighter residency","description":"Relative to firefighter residency. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2260","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2000794,"bill_number":"H3001","title":"Supporting disabled first responders","description":"Relative to supporting disabled first responders. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3001","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2000795,"bill_number":"H3448","title":"Setting deadlines to electrify school buses and public fleets and establishing programs to encourage private fleet electrification","description":"Relative to setting deadlines to electrify school buses and public fleets and establishing programs to encourage private fleet electrification. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3448","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000796,"bill_number":"H3413","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey Lampson Brook Farm in Belchertown to the Nipmuc People and the Historic Jepson Farmstead Parcel to the New England Small Farm Institute","description":"By Representative Saunders of Belchertown (by request), a petition of John Berryhill that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant Lampson Brook Farm in the town of Belchertown to the Nipmuc Indian Development Corporation, and to the New England Small Farm Institute. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3413","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2000797,"bill_number":"H1659","title":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court","description":"Relative to children in Probate and Family Court decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1659","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000798,"bill_number":"H2940","title":"Relative to police officers and firefighters relative to Chapter 41, Section 111F","description":"Relativerelative to Chapter 41, Section 111F. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2940","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2000799,"bill_number":"H1380","title":"Relative to healthcare industry recruitment and education for the 21st Century","description":"For legislation to establish a healthcare industry recruitment and education advisory council. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1380","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000800,"bill_number":"H1627","title":"Relative to strengthen the Commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law","description":"For legislation to ensure full participation by citizens and organizations in discussions 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1627","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2000801,"bill_number":"H1882","title":"To promote free tastings of homemade products at farmer's markets","description":"Relative to the liability of farmers’ markets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1882","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2000802,"bill_number":"H892","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H892","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000803,"bill_number":"H1725","title":"To ban the release of balloons","description":"For legislation to ban the intentional release of balloons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1725","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2000805,"bill_number":"H2162","title":"Relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to compliance with prevailing wage laws for offsite fabrication. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2162","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2000806,"bill_number":"H528","title":"Requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools","description":"Relative to requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H528","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000807,"bill_number":"H2745","title":"Establishing an elected and appointed board for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System","description":"Relative to establishing an elected and appointed board for the Hampden County Regional Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2745","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2000808,"bill_number":"H2227","title":"Replacing archaic and stigmatizing language for substance use","description":"Relative to updating certain terminology. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2227","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2000809,"bill_number":"H2955","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2955","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2000810,"bill_number":"H2275","title":"Authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money to Denise Mattera (Condelli), widow of School Committeeman Anthony Mattera","description":"Relative to authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money to Denise Mattera (Condelli), widow of School Committeeman Anthony Mattera. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2275","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2000811,"bill_number":"H1849","title":"Relative to archaic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain archaic laws and to establish a permanent law revision commission (including members of the General Court) to examine common laws and statutes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1849","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000812,"bill_number":"H2715","title":"Relative to firearms features","description":"Relative to assault-style firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2715","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2000813,"bill_number":"H3027","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3027","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2000814,"bill_number":"H3376","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Poland Trade Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on Massachusetts-Poland trade within the International Trade Office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3376","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000815,"bill_number":"H2501","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ health disparities","description":"Relative to LGBTQ+ health disparities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2501","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2000816,"bill_number":"H2884","title":"Relative to veteran inclusion","description":"Relative to providing veteran's preference for certain members of the National Guard or United States military reserves. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2884","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2000817,"bill_number":"H3438","title":"Establishing the official sedimentary structure of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Jurassic Armored Mud Ball as the official sedimentary structure of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3438","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2000818,"bill_number":"H3479","title":"Relative to the onshore siting of infrastructure associated with offshore wind projects","description":"Relative to the onshore siting of infrastructure associated with offshore wind projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3479","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2000819,"bill_number":"H3681","title":"Requiring parking with auction dealer license plate","description":"Relative to parking with auction dealer license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3681","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000820,"bill_number":"H3572","title":"Relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles","description":"Relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3572","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2000821,"bill_number":"H3737","title":"Allowing MassDOT vehicles to use red lights for safety","description":"For legislation to allow certain Massachusetts Department of Transportation vehicles to use red lights for safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3763","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3737","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2000822,"bill_number":"H1754","title":"Establishing an internet bill of rights","description":"Relative to providing for protections in the processing of personal data and the free movement of personal data. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1754","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000823,"bill_number":"H2720","title":"Related to public safety and police evidence review","description":"By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition of Jeffrey Rosario Turco that law enforcement departments provide resources to ensure officers can make accurate statements. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2720","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000825,"bill_number":"H379","title":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","description":"Relative to modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4979","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H379","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2000826,"bill_number":"H1410","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1410","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2000827,"bill_number":"H2590","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","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":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2590","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000828,"bill_number":"H97","title":"Protecting consumers in interactions with artificial intelligence systems","description":"Relative to consumers interactions with artificial intelligence systems. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H97/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H97","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2000829,"bill_number":"H2756","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2756","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2000830,"bill_number":"H3885","title":"Relative to veteran's benefits for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to veterans’ benefits for surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3885","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2000831,"bill_number":"H2443","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2443","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2000832,"bill_number":"H664","title":"Adding paths to professional licensure for teachers","description":"Relative to professional licensure for teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H664","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2000833,"bill_number":"H1654","title":"To enhance the rights of crime victims in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the rights of victims of certain crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1654","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000834,"bill_number":"H858","title":"Providing disclosure of political phone calls","description":"Relative to providing disclosure of political phone calls and further regulating push polling, so-called. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H858","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2000835,"bill_number":"H390","title":"Relative to license suspensions","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage license suspensions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4275","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H390","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000836,"bill_number":"H3682","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3682","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000837,"bill_number":"H952","title":"Relative to watershed forest protection","description":"Relative to watershed forest protection. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5216","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H952","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2000838,"bill_number":"H1753","title":"Establishing a commission to study reparations in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study reparations in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1753","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000839,"bill_number":"H3310","title":"To study a post-conviction evidence retention facility","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to complete a feasibility study and report regarding the costs and benefits of constructing or leasing a post-conviction evidence retention facility in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3310","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2000840,"bill_number":"H1814","title":"To create the office of the tenant advocate in the Office of the Attorney General","description":"Relative to establishing the office of the tenant advocate in the Office of the Attorney General. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1814","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2000841,"bill_number":"H2977","title":"Relative to creditable service for Wendy Lopriore, a member of the Massachusetts teachers' retirement system","description":"By Representative Thurber of Somerset, a petition of Justin Thurber that the Teachers’ Retirement System be directed to credit Wendy Lopriore, a member of said system, with creditable service for service rendered at Bristol Community College. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2977","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2000842,"bill_number":"H2301","title":"Relative to local option zoning voting thresholds","description":"Relative to zoning voting thresholds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2301","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2000843,"bill_number":"H491","title":"Including worker-owned businesses in economic development programs","description":"For legislation to include worker-owned businesses in certain economic development programs. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H491","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2000844,"bill_number":"H3223","title":"Relative to Natural Heritage and Endangered Species administrative fees","description":"Relative to Natural Heritage and Endangered Species administrative fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3223","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2000846,"bill_number":"H735","title":"To promote food literacy","description":"By Representatives Vargas of Haverhill and Domb of Amherst, a petition of Andres X. Vargas, Mindy Domb and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to promote and facilitate food literacy programs in school districts, charter schools, approved private day or residential schools, or collaborative schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H735","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2000847,"bill_number":"H1731","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1731","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000848,"bill_number":"H1194","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1194","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000849,"bill_number":"H2111","title":"Amending the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance for workers with fluctuating work schedules. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2111","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000850,"bill_number":"H3623","title":"Relative to fare free buses","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority pilot program for fare free buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3623","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000851,"bill_number":"H1201","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges","description":"Relative to insurance surcharges for driving with an expired inspection sticker. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1201","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000852,"bill_number":"H3014","title":"Establishing tax credits for the adoption of cats and dogs","description":"Relative to establishing tax credits for the adoption of cats and dogs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3014","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000853,"bill_number":"H2826","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2826","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2000854,"bill_number":"H1147","title":"Relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements","description":"Relative to reimbursement of public health dental hygienists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5037","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1147","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2000855,"bill_number":"H2505","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation to authorize attending physicians to prescribe medical aid in dying medication that will end the life of patients in a peaceful manner. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2505","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2000856,"bill_number":"H2700","title":"Relative to firearms and recreational vehicles","description":"Relative to firearms and recreational vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2700","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2000858,"bill_number":"H2526","title":"Relative to the provision and administration of bronchodilators, spacers, and nebulizers in schools","description":"Relative to the provision and administration of bronchodilators, spacers, and nebulizers in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2526","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2000859,"bill_number":"H1764","title":"Relative to establishing an animal abuse registry","description":"For legislation to establish an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1764","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000860,"bill_number":"H2194","title":"Petitioning for an emergency restraint bill","description":"Relative to emergency restraint and hospitalization. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2194","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2000861,"bill_number":"H2070","title":"Establishing a special commission on paid family and medical leave for public employees","description":"Relative to paid family and medical leave for public employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2070","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2000862,"bill_number":"H3816","title":"Relative to the \"Move Over Law\"","description":"Relative to the move over law, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3675","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3816","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2000864,"bill_number":"H1051","title":"To create a commission to determine the feasibility of voluntary acquisition of flood risk properties and structures","description":"Relative to the voluntary acquisition of flood risk properties and structures across the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1051","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2000865,"bill_number":"H2151","title":"To protect injured workers","description":"For legislation to protect injured workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2151","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2000866,"bill_number":"H2777","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2777","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000867,"bill_number":"H3533","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3533","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000868,"bill_number":"H203","title":"Establishing a designation of a state protection and advocacy system","description":"For legislation to establish a protection and advocacy system for investigating abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of persons with disabilities occurring and advocating for the civil and human rights of such persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H203","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2000869,"bill_number":"H3724","title":"Relative to regional transit authority advisory boards","description":"Relative to regional transit authority advisory boards. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3724","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000871,"bill_number":"H2929","title":"To ensure fairness in retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2929","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2000872,"bill_number":"H312","title":"Promoting microbusiness and small business assistance transparency","description":"Relative to microbusiness and small business assistance transparency. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H312","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2000873,"bill_number":"H2146","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2146","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000874,"bill_number":"H831","title":"Relative to age requirements in local elections","description":"Relative to age requirements in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H831","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2000875,"bill_number":"H2006","title":"Strengthening sexual harassment and discrimination policies in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to sexual harassment and discrimination policies in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2006","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2000876,"bill_number":"H380","title":"Establishing the social work licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a social work licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5272","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H380","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000877,"bill_number":"H3752","title":"Relative to greener and healthier transportation corridors","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to recommend strategies to improve the land usage of transportation corridors. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3752","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2000878,"bill_number":"H707","title":"Relative to public preschool facilities","description":"Relative to public preschool facility construction, reconstruction or rehabilitation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H707","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2000879,"bill_number":"H2596","title":"Further defining a hate crime","description":"For legislation to further define hate crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2596","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2000880,"bill_number":"H3098","title":"Relative to home heating oil deductions","description":"Relative to home heating oil tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3098","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2000881,"bill_number":"H1268","title":"Supporting maternal and pediatric health","description":"Relative to healthcare insurance coverage for maternal and pediatric health. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1268","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000882,"bill_number":"H2624","title":"To mandate flotation devices in police vehicles","description":"For legislation to mandate flotation devices in police vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2624","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2000883,"bill_number":"H102","title":"Relative to protecting the residents of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect residents of the Commonwealth from the threat posed by certain foreign adversaries using current or potential future social media companies. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H102","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2000884,"bill_number":"H1690","title":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures for criminal complaints","description":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures for criminal complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1690","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2000885,"bill_number":"H2089","title":"Relative to roadway excavation quality assurance","description":"Relative to the payment of wages on certain excavation projects. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2089","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000886,"bill_number":"H2772","title":"Relative to probation officers","description":"Relative to injuries sustained in service of probation officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2772","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000887,"bill_number":"H1834","title":"Repealing homophobic and transphobic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain laws prohibiting acts performed with other persons or animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1834","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2000888,"bill_number":"H541","title":"Enhancing learning in the early school years through a ban on school exclusion in public prekindergarten through 3rd grade","description":"For legislation to ban school exclusion from prekindergarten through 3rd grade in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H541","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000889,"bill_number":"H997","title":"Improving air quality in airport environmental justice communities","description":"For legislation to require the Massachusetts Port Authority to conduct an environmental risk assessment of the health impacts of the General Lawrence Logan Airport in the East Boston section of the city of Boston and the town of Winthrop. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H997","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2000891,"bill_number":"H1008","title":"Creating the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize the establishment of the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest trust fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1008","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2000892,"bill_number":"H882","title":"Updating political terminology","description":"Relative to political designations and terminology. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H882","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2000893,"bill_number":"H1778","title":"Relative to juror service","description":"Relative to juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1778","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000894,"bill_number":"H2672","title":"Relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice","description":"Relative to firearm industry accountability and access to justice by allowing for civil actions by victims of gun violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2672","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2000895,"bill_number":"H3373","title":"Relative to the official frog of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Spring Peeper as the official frog of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5166","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3373","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2000896,"bill_number":"H945","title":"Protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes","description":"Relative to protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H945","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2000897,"bill_number":"H1733","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1733","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000898,"bill_number":"H2074","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2074","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2000899,"bill_number":"H1176","title":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance complaint education","description":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance complaint education. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1176","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2000900,"bill_number":"H93","title":"Relative to protecting sensitive information from security breaches","description":"Relative to protecting sensitive information from security breaches. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H93/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H93","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2000901,"bill_number":"H1732","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 the statute of limitations relating to civil rights actions and criminal prosecutions for the sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1732","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000902,"bill_number":"H967","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops","description":"For legislation to further regulate to sale of certain domestic animals. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H967","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2000903,"bill_number":"H834","title":"Establishing same day registration of voters","description":"Relative to same day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H834","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2000904,"bill_number":"H256","title":"Requiring universal changing stations in public buildings","description":"For legislation to provide for diaper changing accommodations in public buildings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4851","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H256","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000905,"bill_number":"H3263","title":"Establishing a tax on local revenues from digital advertising","description":"For legislation to establish a tax on local revenues from digital advertising. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5196","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3263","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2000906,"bill_number":"H3679","title":"Relative to license plate year of manufacture registration","description":"Relative to license plate year of manufacture registration plates when used on antique automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3679","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2000907,"bill_number":"H2000","title":"Establishing statewide standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers","description":"Relative to statewide standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2000","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2000908,"bill_number":"H1085","title":"Relative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates","description":"Relative to flood insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1085","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2000909,"bill_number":"H381","title":"Relative to retailer-backed coupons","description":"Relative to the use retailer-backed coupons by licensees authorized to sell alcoholic beverages at retail for off-premises consumption. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H381","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2000910,"bill_number":"H1364","title":"Relative to promoting healthcare access and affordability for patients","description":"Relative to healthcare access and affordability for patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1364","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2000911,"bill_number":"H1638","title":"Relative to retirement reporting","description":"Relative to retirement reporting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4995","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1638","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2000912,"bill_number":"H1332","title":"To protect equity in real estate transactions","description":"Relative to shared appreciation mortgage agreements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1332","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000913,"bill_number":"H703","title":"Providing for universal pre-k for 3- to 5-year-olds","description":"Relative to universal access to pre-kindergarten programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H703","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000915,"bill_number":"H718","title":"To reduce out-of-school suspensions","description":"For legislation to reduce out-of-school suspensions. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H718","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2000916,"bill_number":"H1139","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1139","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2000917,"bill_number":"H1982","title":"Relative to the protection of small businesses and workers","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Antitrust Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1982","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2000918,"bill_number":"H2204","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2204","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2000919,"bill_number":"H1880","title":"Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking","description":"Relative to trafficking certain illegal drugs and firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1880","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000921,"bill_number":"H3525","title":"Promoting the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"For legislation to further define miniature beverage containers under the \"bottle bill\", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3525","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000922,"bill_number":"H698","title":"To promote high-quality early literacy instruction and improve student outcomes","description":"Relative to early literacy instruction and student outcomes. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4642","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H698","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000923,"bill_number":"H1477","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-11-07","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1477","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000924,"bill_number":"H1707","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1707","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2000925,"bill_number":"H393","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H393","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000926,"bill_number":"H309","title":"Relative to updating and modernizing Chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to further regulate smart growth zoning districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4759","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H309","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2000927,"bill_number":"H2478","title":"Protecting the interests of patients in the event of the sale, relocation or closure of certain physician practices","description":"Relative to the sale, relocation or closure of certain physician practices. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2478","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000928,"bill_number":"H638","title":"To protect library patron privacy","description":"For legislation relative to the privacy of library records. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H638","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000929,"bill_number":"H3633","title":"Relative to transit expansion, electrification and resiliency","description":"For legislation to fund public transit expansion including the establishment of certain fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5142","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3633","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2000930,"bill_number":"H2001","title":"Relative to protecting domestic violence victims","description":"Relative to protecting domestic violence victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2001","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2000931,"bill_number":"H3402","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Wellesley","description":"By Representative Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Wellesley to Kimberlee A. Dow. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4363","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3402","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2000932,"bill_number":"H3044","title":"Relative to tax exemptions for contributions to a 401(k) through a sole proprietorship","description":"Relative to tax exemptions for contributions to 401(k)s through sole proprietorships. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3044","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2000933,"bill_number":"H2588","title":"Relative to fire safety education in schools and colleges","description":"Relative to fire safety education in schools and colleges. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2588","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000934,"bill_number":"H2157","title":"Updating the Medical Society mission statement","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Medical Society. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2157","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2000935,"bill_number":"H3767","title":"Relative to removing the driving restrictions on a car with antique tags","description":"Relative to removing the driving restrictions on a car with antique tags. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3766","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3767","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2000936,"bill_number":"H1015","title":"To require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products","description":"Relative to producer responsibility for the collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1015","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2000937,"bill_number":"H403","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H403","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000938,"bill_number":"H2869","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2869","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000939,"bill_number":"H744","title":"Relative to club sports coaching staff","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the creation of a state-wide licensing board to license, prosecute and hold accountable club sports facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H744","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2000940,"bill_number":"H1200","title":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges","description":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1200","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000941,"bill_number":"H122","title":"Relative to the preservation of existing pet cemeteries","description":"By Representative Elliott of Lowell, a petition of Rodney M. Elliott and James Arciero that the Division of Animal Health be authorized to regulate the preservation of existing pet cemeteries. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5241 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H122","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2000942,"bill_number":"H558","title":"To promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act","description":"Relative to courses in American Sign Language. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H558","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2000943,"bill_number":"H2349","title":"Requiring automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings","description":"Relative to automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2349","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2000944,"bill_number":"H526","title":"Modernizing school construction","description":"Relative to school construction. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H526","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2000945,"bill_number":"H2683","title":"Relative to legacy firefighters","description":"For legislation to designate certain firefighters who have completed twenty years of service as legacy firefighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2683","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2000946,"bill_number":"H1800","title":"Establishing a special commission on check washing crimes","description":"Relative to deterring and prosecuting check washing crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1800","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000947,"bill_number":"H3422","title":"Establishing a jail and prison construction moratorium","description":"Relative to establishing a jail and prison construction moratorium. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3422","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2000948,"bill_number":"H732","title":"Relative to high school professional development programs","description":"Relative to high school professional development programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H732","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2000949,"bill_number":"H1824","title":"Relative to the definition of attempted murder","description":"Relative to including \"stabbing\" in the definition of attempted murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1824","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2000950,"bill_number":"H1436","title":"Relative to debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislation to establish a grant program to pay the equivalent of tuition and mandatory fees to eligible students at Massachusetts public higher education institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1436","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2000951,"bill_number":"H3517","title":"Relative to replacement plans","description":"Relative to alternate gas meter replacement plans. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3517","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2000953,"bill_number":"H3030","title":"Maintaining the state disaster relief and resiliency trust fund","description":"For legislation to further regulate the transfer of excess tax revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3030","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2000954,"bill_number":"H1747","title":"Relative to safe reporting","description":"Relative to immunity from prosecution for certain crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2000955,"bill_number":"H2441","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"Relative to diabetes prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2441","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2000956,"bill_number":"H179","title":"Relative to the regulation of CBD and hemp products","description":"Relative to the regulation of CBD and hemp products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H179","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2000957,"bill_number":"H899","title":"Dedicating certain park and field space in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to dedicate certain park and field space in the South Boston section of the city of Boston. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H899","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2000958,"bill_number":"H1691","title":"Relative to certain offenses","description":"Relative to conditions for release of persons accused of certain offenses involving physical force or abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4860","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1691","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2000959,"bill_number":"H3544","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants","description":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3544","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2000960,"bill_number":"H1911","title":"Clarifying a right of a durable power of attorney","description":"For legislation to further regulate rights of a durable power of attorney. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1911","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2000961,"bill_number":"H2337","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2337","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2000962,"bill_number":"H1756","title":"Reforming juvenile offender law","description":"Relative to the juvenile offender law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1756","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2000963,"bill_number":"H250","title":"Relative to foster care recruitment","description":"Relative to foster care recruitment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H250","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000964,"bill_number":"H1987","title":"To establish a DNA exception rule for victims of rape","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations for the crime of rape and establishing a DNA exception rule. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1987","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2000965,"bill_number":"H2585","title":"Relative to police chief reform and improvement – certification act","description":"Relative to police chief reform, improvement and certification. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2585","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2000966,"bill_number":"H1324","title":"Relative to prescription drug pricing","description":"Relative to prescription drug pricing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1324","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2000967,"bill_number":"H3261","title":"Establishing a tax on excessive executive compensation","description":"Relative to establishing a tax on excessive executive compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5574","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3261","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2000968,"bill_number":"H140","title":"To promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs","description":"Relative to cottage food entrepreneurs. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5241 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H140","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2000969,"bill_number":"H2721","title":"To establish privileged contact with members of the general court","description":"For legislation to authorize persons committed to a state correctional facility privileged contact with members of the General Court. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2721","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2000970,"bill_number":"H1537","title":"Relative to the sale of chapter 40B properties purchased prior to the year 2010","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale of certain Chapter 40B properties purchased before the year 2010. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1537","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000971,"bill_number":"H1804","title":"Relative to public safety, fiscal responsibility, and emergency assistance","description":"Relative to public safety, fiscal responsibility, and emergency assistance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1804","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000972,"bill_number":"H2833","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2833","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2000973,"bill_number":"H2336","title":"Relative to assessor certificates","description":"Relative to assessors employed by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2336","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2000974,"bill_number":"H3465","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. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5325","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3465","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2000975,"bill_number":"H1962","title":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors","description":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1962","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2000976,"bill_number":"H1549","title":"Providing relief of 40B regulations for municipalities sheltering individuals on behalf of DHCD","description":"Relative to cities and towns sheltering individuals for certain state or federal housing agencies. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1549","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2000977,"bill_number":"H1012","title":"Relative to further testing after a CSO event","description":"Relative to further testing after combined sewage overflow events. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1012","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2000978,"bill_number":"H3166","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3166","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000979,"bill_number":"H3416","title":"Resolutions urging Congress to pass legislation establishing a national infrastructure bank","description":"By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition of Danillo A. Sena, Marcus S. Vaughn and James B. Eldridge for the adoption of resolutions urging Congress to pass legislation establishing a national infrastructure bank. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A), the question on adoption","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3416","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2000980,"bill_number":"H2641","title":"Relative to the safe storage of nationally recognized testing laboratory electric mobility devices","description":"Relative to the storage of electric mobility devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2641","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2000981,"bill_number":"H2653","title":"Relative to the well-being of law enforcement officers after involvement in a critical incident","description":"Relative to the well-being of law enforcement officers after involvement in a critical incident. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2653","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2000982,"bill_number":"H2214","title":"Relative to substance use disorder evaluations","description":"Relative to substance use disorder evaluations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2214","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2000985,"bill_number":"H2433","title":"To establish an amputation prevention task force","description":"Relative to amputation prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2433","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2000986,"bill_number":"H2121","title":"Providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and for ensuring a skilled workforce in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and for ensuring a skilled workforce. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4974","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2121","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2000987,"bill_number":"H3722","title":"Relative to simplifying processes at the Registry of Motor Vehicles for surviving spouses and next of kin","description":"Relative to applications for certificates of title at the Registry of Motor Vehicles for surviving spouses and next of kin of deceased persons. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3722","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2000988,"bill_number":"H2461","title":"To ensure the efficient operation of hospitals","description":"Relative to the efficient operation of hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2461","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2000989,"bill_number":"H836","title":"Expanding ballot access for regional school district votes","description":"Relative to ballot access for regional school district votes. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H836","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2000990,"bill_number":"H2307","title":"Authorizing local control of waste collection hours of operation","description":"Relative to authorizing local control of waste collection hours of operation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2307","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2000991,"bill_number":"H2561","title":"Respecting autonomy in name choice for newly married partners","description":"Relative to the adoption of names upon marriage. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2561","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2000992,"bill_number":"H359","title":"Relative to health equity and community health workers","description":"For legislation to assure coverage and reimbursement for covered health care services and to establish a community health worker workforce development task force (including members of the General Court) to provide health equity. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H359","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2000993,"bill_number":"H998","title":"To reform the Toxics Use Reduction Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate toxic use reduction plans. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H998","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2000994,"bill_number":"H2068","title":"To protect the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2068","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2000995,"bill_number":"H407","title":"Regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4278","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H407","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2000996,"bill_number":"H1966","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5062","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1966","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2000997,"bill_number":"H1871","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1871","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2000998,"bill_number":"H303","title":"To promote community development planning","description":"By Representative Kassner of Hamilton, a petition of Kristin E. Kassner and Carmine Lawrence Gentile for program to assist cities and towns for the purpose of creating community development plans. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H303","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2000999,"bill_number":"H3505","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3505","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2001000,"bill_number":"H401","title":"To protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H401","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001002,"bill_number":"H2554","title":"Relative to routine childhood immunizations","description":"Relative to routine childhood immunization reports made by schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2554","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001003,"bill_number":"H759","title":"Improving oversight in long-term care facilities","description":"Relative to monitoring devices in resident rooms at certain long-term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H759","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2001004,"bill_number":"H2677","title":"Relative to the establishment of minority recruitment and selection program","description":"By Representative Paulino of Methuen, a petition of Francisco E. Paulino that law enforcement agencies establish minority recruitment and selection programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2677","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2001005,"bill_number":"H2345","title":"Relative to the MBTA Communities Act","description":"By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition of Jeffrey Rosario Turco, David F. DeCoste and Colleen M. Garry that communities of less than two square miles be exempt from the provisions of the the MBTA communities act, so-called. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2345","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001006,"bill_number":"H3075","title":"Relative to protecting youth by closing the synthetic nicotine loophole","description":"Relative to the taxation of certain tobacco products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3075","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001007,"bill_number":"H282","title":"To increase the safety of individuals with disabilities relying on life-support equipment","description":"Relative to the safety of individuals with disabilities relying on life-support equipment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H282","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001008,"bill_number":"H1712","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1712","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001009,"bill_number":"H347","title":"Further regulating thoroughbred breeding","description":"For legislation to further regulate thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H347","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001010,"bill_number":"H3050","title":"Relative to regional ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose tax surcharges on single subjects of taxation and to establish local and regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3050","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001011,"bill_number":"H2920","title":"Relative to telecommunicators in Barnstable and Dukes Counties","description":"Relative to benefits for telecommunicators in Barnstable and Dukes Counties. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2920","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2001012,"bill_number":"H529","title":"To reduce waste in school cafeterias","description":"Relative to waste in school cafeterias. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H529","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001013,"bill_number":"H2983","title":"Concerning investments of the Massachusetts Pension Reserve Investment Management (PRIM)","description":"Relative to certain investments of the Massachusetts Pension Reserve Investment Management. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2983","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001014,"bill_number":"H2281","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2281","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001015,"bill_number":"H2722","title":"Relative to a fresh start","description":"For legislation to establish within the Executive Office of Public Safety a fresh start program for the purpose of removing certain existential negative collateral consequences. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2722","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001017,"bill_number":"H290","title":"Allowing certain minors to consent to supportive services","description":"For legislation to authorize unaccompanied homeless youth between the ages of 15 and 18 to consent to supportive services and shelter. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H290","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001018,"bill_number":"H1065","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislation to further regulate bow and arrow hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1065","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001019,"bill_number":"H1027","title":"To streamline permitting for rail electrification","description":"Relative to environmental impact statements for zero- or near-zero emission rail infrastructure. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1027","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001020,"bill_number":"H1519","title":"Relative to housing service coordinators","description":"Relative to housing service coordinators. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1519","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001021,"bill_number":"H691","title":"Relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H691","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001022,"bill_number":"H1121","title":"Studying property insurance premiums on non-profit organizations","description":"By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition of Mark J. Cusack and others that the commissioner of insurance be authorized to conduct an investigation and study of the impact of property insurance premiums on non-profit organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1121","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001023,"bill_number":"H1358","title":"Advancing health care research and decision-making centered on patients and people with disabilities","description":"Relative to health care research and decision-making centered on patients and persons with disabilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1358","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001024,"bill_number":"H1167","title":"To enact pharmacy benefit manager duties","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit manager duties. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1167","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001026,"bill_number":"H3393","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3393","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001027,"bill_number":"H3420","title":"Releasing certain land use restrictions held by the commonwealth in the city of Revere","description":"By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition of Jeffrey Rosario Turco that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release the use restriction provision restricting the use of the parcel to parking purposes only in the city of Revere. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5190","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3420","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001028,"bill_number":"H3340","title":"Relative to minority participation goals in exclusive contracts","description":"Relative to minority participation goals for sub-contractors hired by the exclusive contract to provide services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3340","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001029,"bill_number":"H183","title":"To increase the cannabis purchase and possession limits","description":"Relative to cannabis purchase and possession limits. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H183","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001030,"bill_number":"H2021","title":"Establishing a jury duty exemption for breastfeeding parents","description":"For legislation to establish a jury duty exemption for breastfeeding parents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2021","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001031,"bill_number":"H75","title":"Related to the resiliency, public safety and quality of broadband in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to broadband high-speed internet access. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H75/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H75","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001032,"bill_number":"H2775","title":"Relative to retired Quincy firefighter Kevin Bythrow","description":"Relative to the retirement of Kevin Bythrow by the retirement board of the city of Quincy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2775","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001033,"bill_number":"H1614","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1614","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001034,"bill_number":"H915","title":"Expanding access to trails for people of all abilities","description":"Relative to the access of trails and outdoor spaces. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H915","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001035,"bill_number":"H3575","title":"Relative to the Mass Save program","description":"Relative to Mass Save program rebates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3575","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001036,"bill_number":"H884","title":"To strengthen the Commonwealth's strategic preparedness stockpiles","description":"For legislation to strengthen the strategic preparedness stockpiles. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H884","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2001038,"bill_number":"H1019","title":"Relative to the reduction of plastics","description":"Relative to the reduction of plastics. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1019","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001039,"bill_number":"H3497","title":"Relative to a renewable portfolio standard review","description":"Relative to a renewable portfolio standard review. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3497","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2001040,"bill_number":"H400","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4277","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H400","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001041,"bill_number":"H2972","title":"Designating certain Unit 9 employees of the Massachusetts Department of Correction to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system.","description":"Relative to reclassifying certain Unit 9 employees of the Massachusetts Department of Correction in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2972","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001042,"bill_number":"H3135","title":"Relative to the tax exemption status of municipal employee pensions","description":"Relative to the tax exemption status of municipal employee pensions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3135","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001043,"bill_number":"H3815","title":"Providing for a red shield/blue shield license plate to survivors of firefighters and police officers who have died in the line of duty","description":"Relative to providing for a red shield/blue shield license plate to survivors of firefighters and police officers who died in the line of duty. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3815","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2001044,"bill_number":"H983","title":"Relative to crumbling concrete prevention and protection","description":"Relative to crumbling concrete prevention and protection. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H983","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001045,"bill_number":"H1651","title":"Requiring the relocation of the Cambridge District Court","description":"By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker, Mike Connolly and Patricia D. Jehlen that the executive office of the Trial Court relocate the Cambridge district court from the city of Medford to the city of Cambridge. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5057","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1651","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001046,"bill_number":"H3290","title":"Relative to the executive session interview process","description":"For legislation to further regulate meetings of public bodies in executive sessions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3290","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2001047,"bill_number":"H2941","title":"Providing for special death benefits to fallen public safety officers","description":"Relative to providing for special death benefits to fallen public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2941","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001049,"bill_number":"H2854","title":"Relative to contributory retirement board elections","description":"Relative to the participation of surviving spouse beneficiaries in contributory retirement board elections. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2854","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2001050,"bill_number":"H284","title":"Improving front-line service coordinators quality of care","description":"By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition of Margaret R. Scarsdale and Michael D. Brady that the Department of Developmental Services establish caseload ratios for certain human service coordinators. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H284","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2001051,"bill_number":"H1326","title":"To ensure access to prescription medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to prescription medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1326","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001052,"bill_number":"H1839","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1839","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001053,"bill_number":"H133","title":"Promoting dairy farms","description":"Relative to dairy farm participation in the clean peak standard incentive program. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H133","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2001054,"bill_number":"H1064","title":"Relative to a technical change to the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund","description":"Relative to changing the name of the Inland Fisheries and Game Fund to the George L. Darey inland fisheries and game fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1064","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001055,"bill_number":"H3440","title":"The Commonwealth housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction","description":"Relative to housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3439","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3440","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001056,"bill_number":"H3545","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3545","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001057,"bill_number":"H1003","title":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management","description":"For legislation to establish a drought management task force. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5219","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1003","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001059,"bill_number":"H1260","title":"Establishing the fair calculation of 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1260","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001060,"bill_number":"H2354","title":"Relative to the use of certain fairground properties","description":"Relative to the use of certain fairground properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2354","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001061,"bill_number":"H2619","title":"Repealing the outdated and widely misused Civil Defense Act of 1950","description":"Relative to repealing the civil defense act of 1950. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2619","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2001062,"bill_number":"H3313","title":"Transferring 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. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3291","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3313","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001063,"bill_number":"H2221","title":"Relative to student mental health","description":"For legislation to require that student identification cards contain suicide prevention lifeline contact information. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2221","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001064,"bill_number":"H3213","title":"Relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the city of Springfield","description":"Relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the city of Springfield. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3213","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001065,"bill_number":"H1941","title":"Relative to housing court jurisdiction","description":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the Housing Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5031","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1941","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001066,"bill_number":"H3452","title":"Protecting consumers from unreasonable utility rate increases","description":"Relative to protecting consumers from unreasonable utility rate increases. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3452","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2001067,"bill_number":"H1781","title":"Relative to the release of sex offender information to victims","description":"Relative to the release of sex offender information to victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1781","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001068,"bill_number":"H1580","title":"Relative to the charitable immunity cap for cases involving sexual abuse","description":"Relative to the charitable immunity cap for cases involving sexual abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1580","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2001069,"bill_number":"H178","title":"Establishing a local value added tax on cannabis cultivation sales","description":"For legislation to establish a local value added tax on cannabis cultivation sales. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H178","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001070,"bill_number":"H1086","title":"Authorizing insurance providers to extend motor vehicle liability insurance rebates to customers with safe driving records","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that insurance companies be authorized to extend rebates to clients with safe driving records. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1086","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001071,"bill_number":"H3658","title":"Establishing a special commission on micro-transit","description":"Relative to existing and emerging micro-transit services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4649","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3658","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001072,"bill_number":"H1611","title":"Relative to gift card fraud","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for certain crimes involving gift cards. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1611","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001073,"bill_number":"H620","title":"To ensure educational rights are upheld for incarcerated youth","description":"Relative to educational rights for incarcerated youth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H620","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2001074,"bill_number":"H1207","title":"Relative to the equitable assessment of bank fees","description":"Relative to the equitable assessment of bank fees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1207","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001075,"bill_number":"H3808","title":"Relative to the enhancement of child safety","description":"Relative to motor vehicle inspections of safety lights on ice cream trucks. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3808","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001076,"bill_number":"H2662","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"For legislation relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2662","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2001077,"bill_number":"H1424","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4779","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1424","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001078,"bill_number":"H1995","title":"Regularizing sentencing for hate crimes","description":"Relative to sentencing for hate crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1995","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001079,"bill_number":"H2458","title":"Establishing a commission to study the promotion of direct primary care services","description":"Relative to the promotion of direct primary care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2458","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001081,"bill_number":"H1264","title":"Promoting responsible investment","description":"Relative to identifying all weapon of mass destruction entities in which the Public Fund holds investments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1264","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001082,"bill_number":"H3669","title":"Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation to further regulate the operation of autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5328","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3669","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2001083,"bill_number":"H2149","title":"Relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments","description":"Relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2149","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001084,"bill_number":"H3650","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3650","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001085,"bill_number":"H2050","title":"Removing barriers to the expungement of records","description":"Relative to certification of eligibility for expungement of certain records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2050","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001086,"bill_number":"H226","title":"To end child homelessness","description":"Relative to child homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H226","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001087,"bill_number":"H2822","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2822","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001088,"bill_number":"H3701","title":"Ensuring the timely release of a vehicle title","description":"Relative to the release of a vehicle title. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3701","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001089,"bill_number":"H2707","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2707","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2001090,"bill_number":"H908","title":"To \"Skip the Stuff\" to reduce restaurant waste","description":"Relative to food and beverage packaging waste. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H908","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001091,"bill_number":"H3751","title":"To rehabilitate regional roadways","description":"For legislation to rehabilitate certain regional roadways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3751","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2001092,"bill_number":"H978","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H978","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001093,"bill_number":"H3363","title":"Relative to cyber procurement projects","description":"Relative to the procuring of information technology goods or services by state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3363","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001094,"bill_number":"H3157","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4709","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3157","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001095,"bill_number":"H335","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H335","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001096,"bill_number":"H1098","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to better protect consumers in Massachusetts","description":"By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral and Brian W. Murray for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to better protect consumers by studying and analyzing title insurance practices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1098","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001097,"bill_number":"H3856","title":"Relative to increasing the reimbursement of burial expenses for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing the reimbursement of burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3856","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001098,"bill_number":"H151","title":"Relative to cannabis research","description":"Relative to medical cannabis research. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H151","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2001099,"bill_number":"H465","title":"Relative to the licensing of limited registration dentists","description":"Relative to the licensing of limited registration dentists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4811","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H465","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2001100,"bill_number":"H1977","title":"Relative to Proportionality in Joint Venture Sentencing","description":"For legislation to provide equitable sentencing for felony and joint venture murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1977","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001101,"bill_number":"H1514","title":"Providing a buffer for manufactured home communities","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances in MBTA communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1514","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2001105,"bill_number":"H3410","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase and construct a hospital in the town of Norwood to be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc","description":"For legislation to authorize the purchase and construction of a hospital in the town of Norwood by the University of Massachusetts Building Authority, to be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3410","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001106,"bill_number":"H662","title":"To prohibit age discrimination","description":"For legislation to prohibit age discrimination in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H662","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001107,"bill_number":"H1847","title":"Preventing false confessions","description":"Relative to preventing false confessions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1847","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001108,"bill_number":"H2486","title":"To protect the independence of clinical decision making","description":"Relative to clinical decision making. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2486","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001109,"bill_number":"H326","title":"Relative to pipefitting licensure","description":"Relative to pipefitting licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H326","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2001110,"bill_number":"H3487","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate double utility poles","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3487","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001111,"bill_number":"H3144","title":"Relative to DOR interest rate parity","description":"Relative to Department of Revenue interest rate parity. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3144","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001112,"bill_number":"H2847","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2847","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2001113,"bill_number":"H3884","title":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans","description":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3884","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001115,"bill_number":"H1728","title":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors","description":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1728","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001116,"bill_number":"H92","title":"Creating the Massachusetts digital equity broadband adoption program","description":"Relative to establishing within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development a digital equity broadband adoption program. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H92/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H92","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001117,"bill_number":"H1546","title":"Relative to emergency housing assistance eligibility requirements","description":"Relative to eligibility for the emergency housing assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1546","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2001118,"bill_number":"H2140","title":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","description":"Relative to barriers to job retention for low-income workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2140","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001119,"bill_number":"H2394","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2394","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001120,"bill_number":"H3193","title":"Establishing the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank","description":"For legislation to establish the Martha’s Vineyard housing bank. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3193","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2001121,"bill_number":"H781","title":"Establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly","description":"Relative to establishing community based programs for older adults. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4804","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H781","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2001122,"bill_number":"H661","title":"Relative to equitable accelerated learning opportunities for public school students","description":"Relative to accelerated learning opportunities for public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H661","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001123,"bill_number":"H1885","title":"Improving legal and administrative proceedings for court-involved children and families","description":"Relative to improving legal and administrative proceedings for court-involved children and families. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1885","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001124,"bill_number":"H2095","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2095","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001125,"bill_number":"H300","title":"Improving micro business and small business representation","description":"Relative to the membership of the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency board of directors. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4460","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H300","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001126,"bill_number":"H3335","title":"Relating to public access to historical records","description":"For legislation to further regulate public access to historical records for certain persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3335","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001127,"bill_number":"H351","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H351","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001128,"bill_number":"H110","title":"Relative to lobstering closure mitigation","description":"For legislation to provide financial assistance to lobstermen to mitigate the financial impacts of fishing area closures. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H110","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2001129,"bill_number":"H673","title":"Improving student access to life saving treatments","description":"Relative to the emergency administration of glucagon in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H673","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001130,"bill_number":"H266","title":"Minimizing trauma to children and families","description":"Relative to the custody of certain children involved with the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H266","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001131,"bill_number":"H3078","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5163","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3078","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001132,"bill_number":"H750","title":"Providing hands only CPR training and the use of defibrillators","description":"For legislation to require schools to provide training on hands-only CPR and the use of defibrillators. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H750","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001133,"bill_number":"H1148","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"Relative to the practice and insurance coverage of acupuncture. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4548","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1148","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2001134,"bill_number":"H1678","title":"To ensure all Massachusetts litigants due process of law","description":"Relative to due process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1678","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001136,"bill_number":"H142","title":"Establishing healthy soil performance guidelines","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Agricultural Resources to establish post-construction soil performance guidelines. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H142","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001137,"bill_number":"H3726","title":"Aligning the Commonwealth's transportation plans with its climate goals","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis and others that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to establish a process to conduct emissions impact and vehicle miles traveled impact assessments for projects and mitigation measures. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3726","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001139,"bill_number":"H1066","title":"Reimburse George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund","description":"For legislation to reimburse the Inland Fisheries and Game Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1066","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001140,"bill_number":"H3433","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women","description":"Relative to the Commission on the Status of Women. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3433","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001141,"bill_number":"H3275","title":"Relative to excise tax on motor vehicles","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3275","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001142,"bill_number":"H3291","title":"Transferring Bridgewater State Hospital from the Department of Correction to the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to transfer Bridgewater State Hospital from the Department of Correction to the Department of Mental Health. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3291","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2001143,"bill_number":"H3736","title":"Relative to expired licenses","description":"Relative to the operation of motor vehicles by persons with expired drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3736","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001144,"bill_number":"H1883","title":"To promote housing stability","description":"Relative to the recovery of withheld rent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1883","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001145,"bill_number":"H3314","title":"Relative to financial transparency","description":"Relative to financial disclosures by certain public officials and employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3314","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001146,"bill_number":"H493","title":"Establishing the Puerto Rico trade commission","description":"For legislation to establish a Puerto Rico trade commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H493","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001148,"bill_number":"H228","title":"Transferring foster care review responsibilities to the Office of the Child Advocate","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Office of the Child Advocate. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H228","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001149,"bill_number":"H1499","title":"To establish community notification standards for group homes","description":"Relative to standards for group homes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1499","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2001150,"bill_number":"H2361","title":"Relative to ensuring quality healthcare for children","description":"Relative to the right to inspect medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2361","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001151,"bill_number":"H3715","title":"Relative to school bus transportation professionals","description":"Relative to school bus transportation professionals. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3715","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001152,"bill_number":"H1460","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1460","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001153,"bill_number":"H2147","title":"Relative to employee references","description":"Relative to employee reference liability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2147","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001154,"bill_number":"H1205","title":"Establishing a commission to study the promotion of preferred pharmacy networks","description":"Relative to establishing a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the promotion of preferred pharmacy networks where insurers can negotiate lower drug prices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1205","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001155,"bill_number":"H3843","title":"Resolutions for an application to Congress for an amendment overturning Citizens United","description":"By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Natalie M. Higgins and Mary S. Keefe for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass and send to the states for ratification a constitutional amendment to restore the first amendment and fair elections to the people. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3843","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2001158,"bill_number":"H1946","title":"To implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology","description":"For legislation to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1946","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001159,"bill_number":"H1006","title":"Relative to incentives for nature as a climate solution","description":"Relative to incentive-based approaches to increasing carbon removal and sequestration by natural and working lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1006","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001160,"bill_number":"H1400","title":"Relative to maintenance of certification","description":"For legislation relative to maintenance of certification. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1400","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001161,"bill_number":"H2789","title":"Related to Group Insurance Commission Trust Fund","description":"Relative to Group Insurance Commission trust fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2789","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2001162,"bill_number":"H2928","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2928","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2001163,"bill_number":"H2902","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2902","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001164,"bill_number":"H1323","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for individuals with autism","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for individuals with autism. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1323","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001165,"bill_number":"H1541","title":"Amending chapter 235 of the acts of 2014","description":"Relative to comprehensive training programs for members of housing or redevelopment authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1541","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001166,"bill_number":"H2008","title":"Prohibiting name-changing for registered sex offenders","description":"Relative to prohibiting registered sex offenders from changing names. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2008","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2001167,"bill_number":"H313","title":"Encouraging smart growth and starter home zoning adoption","description":"Relative to smart growth and starter home zoning adoption. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4759","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H313","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001168,"bill_number":"H1555","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1555","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001169,"bill_number":"H462","title":"Establishing senior psychologist licensure","description":"Relative to establishing senior psychologist licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H462","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001170,"bill_number":"H1679","title":"To protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1679","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2001171,"bill_number":"H2606","title":"To save lives by distributing Narcan to individuals at risk for an opioid overdose","description":"By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition of Mindy Domb that certain prisoners be provided information about access to opioid antagonists in the community after release. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2606","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001172,"bill_number":"H3652","title":"To improve pedestrian and vehicular safety","description":"For legislation to improve pedestrian and vehicular safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3652","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001173,"bill_number":"H2766","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2766","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001174,"bill_number":"H3667","title":"Commuter rail expansion","description":"Relative to commuter rail expansion. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3667","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001175,"bill_number":"H614","title":"Relative to issuing guidance regarding setting policies for the use of AI in schools","description":"Relative to issuing guidance regarding setting policies for the use of AI in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H614","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001176,"bill_number":"H1612","title":"Relative to independent prepaid legal services plans","description":"Relative to independent prepaid legal services plans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1612","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001177,"bill_number":"H1187","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4942","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1187","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2001178,"bill_number":"H1780","title":"Relative to identifying costs associated with legal counsel for classification hearings","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to identify the annual costs of providing court-appointed counsel for sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1780","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001179,"bill_number":"H595","title":"Providing for mental health professionals in public schools","description":"Relative to providing for mental health professionals in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H595","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2001181,"bill_number":"H2591","title":"To build restorative family and community connection","description":"For legislation to maximize visitation of incarcerated individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2591","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001182,"bill_number":"H3256","title":"Relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes","description":"For legislation relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4295","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3256","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2001184,"bill_number":"H3496","title":"Ensuring solar energy access","description":"Relative to ensuring solar energy access. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3496","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2001185,"bill_number":"H2304","title":"Relative to a regional school assessment reserve fund","description":"Relative to a regional school assessment reserve funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2304","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2001186,"bill_number":"H3644","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5144","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3644","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001187,"bill_number":"H2351","title":"Authorizing the Barnstable County and the town of Bourne to convey land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne","description":"By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that Barnstable County be authorized to convey land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne to said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4992","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2351","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001188,"bill_number":"H103","title":"To establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H103","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001189,"bill_number":"H2402","title":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy","description":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2402","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001190,"bill_number":"H3124","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4708","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3124","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001191,"bill_number":"H1579","title":"Relative to emergency shelter assistance for commonwealth residents","description":"Relative to emergency shelter assistance for commonwealth residents. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1579","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2001192,"bill_number":"H2530","title":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","description":"For legislation to further regulate diet pills and muscle-building supplements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2440","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2530","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001193,"bill_number":"H2420","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2420","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001194,"bill_number":"H500","title":"Relative to corporate disclosure when dealing with cities and towns","description":"By Representative Thurber of Somerset, a petition of Justin Thurber and John R. Gaskey that certain corporations be required to issue disclaimers stating that they are a non-governmental organizations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H500","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2001195,"bill_number":"H2960","title":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities","description":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities within the state employees’ retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2960","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2001196,"bill_number":"H1963","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"Relative to child custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1963","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001197,"bill_number":"H2696","title":"Establishing a public safety building authority and assistance program","description":"For legislation to establish a public safety building authority and assistance program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2696","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2001198,"bill_number":"H236","title":"Relative to training of mandated reporters","description":"Relative to mandated reporting of child neglect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H236","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001199,"bill_number":"H1384","title":"Updating the health care cost growth benchmark and associated market oversight activities","description":"Relative to health care cost growth benchmark and associated market oversight activities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1384","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001200,"bill_number":"H1567","title":"Establishing a statewide affirmatively furthering fair housing framework","description":"Relative to fair housing assessments for large-scale housing developments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1567","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001201,"bill_number":"H3883","title":"Relative to disability benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to disability benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3883","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001202,"bill_number":"H135","title":"Protecting the viability of farms in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the impact of proposed rules and regulations on commercial agricultural operations. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H135","sponsor":"Steven Ouellette"},
{"bill_id":2001203,"bill_number":"H1317","title":"Improving access to breast pumps","description":"Relative to the access of breast pumps. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1317","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2001204,"bill_number":"H2220","title":"Relative to access to psychiatric collaborative care","description":"Relative to healthcare coverage for psychiatric collaborative care. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5230","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2220","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2001205,"bill_number":"H2108","title":"Establishing fairness for agricultural laborers in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to agricultural laborers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2108","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001206,"bill_number":"H2597","title":"Relative to the definition of law enforcement officers as pertaining to possession of firearms","description":"For legislation to further regulate the possession of firearms by law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2597","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001207,"bill_number":"H1468","title":"Designating the Senator Bill Owens Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston","description":"By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition of Christopher J. Worrell that the Center for African, Caribbean and Community Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston be designated as the Senator Bill Owens center. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1468","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001208,"bill_number":"H3476","title":"Relative to healthy and sustainable schools","description":"Relative to energy assessments and energy efficiency improvements at schools and public institutions of higher education. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3476","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001209,"bill_number":"H546","title":"To ensure equitable access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable access to education. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H546","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001210,"bill_number":"H3453","title":"Promoting the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"For legislation to further define miniature beverage containers under the \"bottle bill\", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3453","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2001212,"bill_number":"H3699","title":"Establishing a vehicle collector license plate","description":"Relative to a vehicle collector license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3679","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3699","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001213,"bill_number":"H1498","title":"To limit criminalization of the homeless","description":"Relative to homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1498","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001214,"bill_number":"H2160","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2160","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001215,"bill_number":"H2405","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2405","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2001216,"bill_number":"H1244","title":"Providing for prompt health insurance benefits for municipal employees","description":"Relative to health insurance for municipal employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1244","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001217,"bill_number":"H3255","title":"Relative to veteran work-off property tax","description":"Relative to property tax obligation of veteran in exchange for volunteer services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3255","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2001218,"bill_number":"H2474","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the youth sports industry and other related matters","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on the best practices of youth sports organizations. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2474","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001219,"bill_number":"H3200","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3200","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001221,"bill_number":"H601","title":"Relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School","description":"Relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program to be administered by Madison Park Technical Vocational High School in the city of Boston. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4903","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H601","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001222,"bill_number":"H426","title":"To protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics","description":"For legislation to regulate the selling of animal tested cosmetics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H426","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001223,"bill_number":"H2658","title":"To provide reproductive health care to incarcerated individuals","description":"For legislation to provide reproductive health care to incarcerated individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2658","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001224,"bill_number":"H3783","title":"Relative to updating Massachusetts driver education","description":"Relative to driver education. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4786","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3783","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001225,"bill_number":"H1304","title":"Relative to the compulsory automobile insurance limits","description":"Relative to the compulsory motor vehicle insurance limits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1304","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2001226,"bill_number":"H964","title":"Promoting responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries","description":"Relative to end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H964","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2001227,"bill_number":"H3576","title":"Relative to a just transition to clean energy","description":"Relative to the transition to clean energy and the training of employees on alternative energy generation and distribution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3576","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001228,"bill_number":"H1887","title":"To increase efficiency in custody determinations","description":"For legislation to increase efficiency in custody determinations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1887","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001229,"bill_number":"H358","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4807","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H358","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001230,"bill_number":"H1588","title":"Relative to immigration detention and collaboration agreements","description":"Relative to immigration collaboration and detention agreements by law enforcement agencies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2001231,"bill_number":"H1955","title":"Relative to fentanyl test strips","description":"Relative to the decriminalization of fentanyl test strips. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1955","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001232,"bill_number":"H2892","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System","description":"For legislation to further regulate the state employees retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2892","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001233,"bill_number":"H1550","title":"Relative to PILOT agreements on replaced public housing","description":"Relative to PILOT agreements on replaced public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1550","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001234,"bill_number":"H1377","title":"Establishing a community health center nurse practitioner residency program","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1377","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2001235,"bill_number":"H3093","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3093","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001236,"bill_number":"H2382","title":"Relative to office-based surgical centers","description":"Relative to office-based surgical centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2382","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001237,"bill_number":"H821","title":"Promoting political participation","description":"For legislation to create a payroll deduction for voluntary contributions to not-for-profit social welfare organizations and candidate or other political committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H821","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2001238,"bill_number":"H3068","title":"Relative to delinquent and deferred interest rate uniformity","description":"Relative to delinquent and deferred interest rate uniformity. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3068","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001239,"bill_number":"H3805","title":"Relative to electronic toll payments","description":"Relative to electronic toll payments. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3805","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001240,"bill_number":"H2837","title":"Relative to the state retiree benefits trust fund board of directors","description":"For legislation to increase the membership of the state retiree benefits trust fund board of directors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2837","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001241,"bill_number":"H894","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for coastal infrastructure","description":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H894","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001242,"bill_number":"H1943","title":"Relative to the collateral consequences of alimony","description":"Relative to the calculation of alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1943","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001243,"bill_number":"H3036","title":"Relative to historic building tax credits","description":"For legislation to establish a historic building fire prevention tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3036","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001245,"bill_number":"H833","title":"Ensuring the election integrity through voter identification","description":"Relative to the identification requirements for voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H833","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001246,"bill_number":"H1735","title":"Increasing witness fees","description":"Relative to witness fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1735","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001247,"bill_number":"H617","title":"Establishing an educational mandate task force","description":"Relative to review existing state mandates placed on public schools and districts in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H617","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001248,"bill_number":"H322","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H322","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001249,"bill_number":"H2938","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2938","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2001251,"bill_number":"H973","title":"Relative to Title V approval","description":"Relative to subsurface systems for the disposal of domestic sewage. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H973","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001252,"bill_number":"H542","title":"Expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare","description":"For legislation to expand access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare administered by the Department of Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5282","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H542","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001253,"bill_number":"H1769","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1769","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001254,"bill_number":"H2845","title":"Relative to accrued leave while awaiting a determination of 111F","description":"Relative to leave with pay for certain incapacitated safety employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2845","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2001255,"bill_number":"H3537","title":"Ensuring ratepayer and community representation in utility company regulatory proceedings","description":"Relative to ensuring ratepayer and community representation in utility company regulatory proceedings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3537","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001256,"bill_number":"H1145","title":"Regulating certain mortgages","description":"Relative to regulating certain mortgages. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1145","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001258,"bill_number":"H1315","title":"Relative to IUD pain management coverage","description":"Relative to IUD pain management coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4957","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1315","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001259,"bill_number":"H2761","title":"To relative to the revolving door between regulatory agencies and regulated industry","description":"For legislation to regulate the employment of former employees of certain regulatory agencies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2761","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2001260,"bill_number":"H627","title":"Relative to the strengthening of financial literacy throughout the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the department of elementary and secondary education to establish the financial literacy trust fund. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4670","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H627","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001261,"bill_number":"H3334","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3334","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001262,"bill_number":"H1399","title":"Relative to an individual Medicare marketplace option","description":"Relative to providing for an individual Medicare marketplace option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1399","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2001263,"bill_number":"H2657","title":"Establishing a Purple Alert system in the commonwealth","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis and Patrick M. O'Connor that the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security establish a purple alert program to assist in identifying and locating missing persons with a disabilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2657","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001264,"bill_number":"H1718","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1718","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001265,"bill_number":"H2048","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2048","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001266,"bill_number":"H3600","title":"Relative to waiving costs related to the tourism trust fund","description":"Relative to investments in tourism and visitation marketing and promotion. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5185","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3600","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001267,"bill_number":"H3260","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3260","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001268,"bill_number":"H2410","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4869","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2410","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2001269,"bill_number":"H1931","title":"To enhance protections against child exploitation and misuse of emerging technologies","description":"For legislation to enhance protections against child exploitation and misuse of emerging technologies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1931","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2001271,"bill_number":"H633","title":"Relative to student and educator data privacy","description":"Relative to student and educator data privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4405","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H633","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001272,"bill_number":"H2181","title":"To implement a 4 day work week in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a 4 day work week. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5181","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2181","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001273,"bill_number":"H2387","title":"To encourage, and improve the level of availability of nursing staff","description":"Relative to nursing and health care worker staffing levels. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2387","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001274,"bill_number":"H274","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for individuals experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for individuals experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H274","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001275,"bill_number":"H1355","title":"Strengthening oversight of health care facility spending","description":"Relative to the oversight of health care facility spending. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1355","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001276,"bill_number":"H205","title":"Relating to background checks for kinship foster care","description":"Relative to background checks for kinship foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H205","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001278,"bill_number":"H2010","title":"Repealing the criminalization of blasphemy","description":"Relative to repealing the criminalization of blasphemy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2010","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2001279,"bill_number":"H487","title":"Establishing a commission to study the financial relationship between Massachusetts entities and companies owned by the Chinese government","description":"Relative to establishing a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the financial relationship between Massachusetts entities and companies owned by the Chinese government. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H487","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001280,"bill_number":"H1510","title":"Relative to provide tenant ownership in government assisted housing","description":"For legislation to provide tenant ownership in government-assisted housing and establish diversity goals and plans prior to receiving certain tax credits. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1510","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001281,"bill_number":"H1886","title":"Relative to privileged communications","description":"Relative to privileged communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1886","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001282,"bill_number":"H1583","title":"Relative to the deposit of civil process fees","description":"Relative to the deposit of civil process fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1583","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2001283,"bill_number":"H2263","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2263","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001284,"bill_number":"H2919","title":"Expanding access to the civil service examination","description":"Relative to expanding access to civil service examinations. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2919","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001285,"bill_number":"H3326","title":"Designating Diwali Day as a state holiday","description":"For legislation to designate Diwali as a legal holiday in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3430","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3326","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2001286,"bill_number":"H787","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to dedicated senior shelters in Massachusetts. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H787","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001287,"bill_number":"H2987","title":"Authorizing Brittany Sproule 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 Brittany Sproule 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2987","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001288,"bill_number":"H688","title":"Relative to public school workplace security","description":"Relative to legal protections for certain educators and school staff. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H688","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001289,"bill_number":"H2462","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5330 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2462","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001290,"bill_number":"H1685","title":"Relating to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law)","description":"Relative to threats of suicide while in court custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4859","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1685","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001291,"bill_number":"H2881","title":"Designating Aerial Foresters of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to place aerial foresters of the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2881","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001292,"bill_number":"H2323","title":"Relative to local journalism","description":"Relative to legal notices required to be published in newspapers by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2323","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2001293,"bill_number":"H319","title":"Relative to transparency in optional credit card fees","description":"Relative to certain credit card fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H319","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001294,"bill_number":"H2308","title":"Relative to multi-family zoning in MBTA communities","description":"Relative to multi-family zoning in MBTA communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2308","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2001295,"bill_number":"H618","title":"Relative to tuition-free universal full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to tuition-free universal full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H618","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001296,"bill_number":"H745","title":"Establishing a grant program for school connectivity","description":"For legislation to establish a grant program for school connectivity to upgrade cellular connectivity in school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H745","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001297,"bill_number":"H965","title":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","description":"Relative to the use of rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H965","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2001298,"bill_number":"H2951","title":"Relative to the equitable merger of the Group 4 and Group 2 retirement classifications of the University of Massachusetts police","description":"Relative to the Group 4 and Group 2 retirement classifications of the University of Massachusetts police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2951","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001299,"bill_number":"H1613","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1613","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001300,"bill_number":"H2320","title":"Relative to the position of treasurer-collector in the town of Berkley","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to appoint the position of treasurer-collector in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2320","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2001301,"bill_number":"H613","title":"Providing curriculum transparency","description":"Relative to the curriculum frameworks. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H613","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001302,"bill_number":"H3480","title":"Transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center","description":"Relative to transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3480","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001303,"bill_number":"H3491","title":"Relative to electric vehicles","description":"Relative to electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3491","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001304,"bill_number":"H843","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H843","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001305,"bill_number":"H3040","title":"Relating to improvements to residential properties","description":"Relative to the financing of qualifying improvements to residential property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3040","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001306,"bill_number":"H2581","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"Relative to seatbelts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2574","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2581","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001307,"bill_number":"H2294","title":"Relative to voluntary municipal right of first refusal","description":"Relative to voluntary municipal right of first refusal. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2294","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001309,"bill_number":"H3411","title":"To promote American manufacturing","description":"For legislation to promote American manufacturing by requiring state or municipal agencies or authorities to give preference to materials and goods made in the United States. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3411","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2001310,"bill_number":"H3859","title":"To streamline veterans benefits","description":"Relative to veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3859","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001311,"bill_number":"H1056","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"Relative to the Atlantic striped bass. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1056","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001312,"bill_number":"H1708","title":"Criminalizing sexual assault of a passenger by a rideshare operator","description":"Relative to criminalizing sexual assault of a passenger by a rideshare operator. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1708","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001313,"bill_number":"H755","title":"Relative to social card games at municipal senior centers","description":"Relative to social card games at municipal senior centers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H755","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2001314,"bill_number":"H2459","title":"Relative to informed consent for concurrent surgical procedures","description":"Relative to informed consent for concurrent surgical procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2459","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001315,"bill_number":"H2548","title":"Banning artificial fluoridation schemes","description":"Relative to banning artificial fluoridation in municipal water. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2548","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2001316,"bill_number":"H453","title":"Relative to modernizing licensure of dietitians and nutritionists","description":"Relative to the licensure of dietitians and nutritionists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5233","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H453","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001317,"bill_number":"H2279","title":"Relative to travel mileage rate fees for sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and constables","description":"Relative to travel mileage rate fees for sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and constables. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5119","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2279","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001318,"bill_number":"H2299","title":"Regarding 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2299","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2001319,"bill_number":"H2883","title":"Clarifying call firefighter rights","description":"Relative to including call firefighter in the public employee retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2883","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001320,"bill_number":"H3208","title":"Establishing a sales tax on digital advertising services","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax on digital advertising services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3208","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2001321,"bill_number":"H1272","title":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1110","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1272","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001322,"bill_number":"H232","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4487","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H232","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2001324,"bill_number":"H3204","title":"Reducing tax liability for grandparents raising grandchildren","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to establish a tax exemption or abatement program for grandparents raising grandchildren. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3204","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001325,"bill_number":"H3357","title":"Relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector","description":"Relative to state purchased trucks and certain clean trucks regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3357","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001326,"bill_number":"H1070","title":"To establish a free snowmobile weekend","description":"Relative to non-residents operating snowmobiles during a free snowmobile weekend. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1070","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2001327,"bill_number":"H1916","title":"To further protect employees through a private right of action","description":"For legislation to further protect employees through a private right of action. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1916","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2001328,"bill_number":"H3689","title":"Relating to road building equipment classifications","description":"Relative to road building equipment classifications. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3689","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001329,"bill_number":"H1608","title":"Relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes","description":"Relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4633","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1608","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001330,"bill_number":"H641","title":"Relative to fair educational practices","description":"By Representative Marsi of Dudley, a petition of John J. Marsi and Joseph D. McKenna that individuals cannot be excluded from admission or enrollment in educational institutions based on medical conditions or health-related decisions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H641","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2001331,"bill_number":"H149","title":"Related to cannabis retail licensees","description":"Relative to cannabis retail licensees. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H149","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001332,"bill_number":"H160","title":"To promote equity joint venture partnerships","description":"For legislation to promote equity joint venture partnerships. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H160","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001333,"bill_number":"H761","title":"To strengthen the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund","description":"Relative to the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H761","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001334,"bill_number":"H3125","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4708","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3125","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2001335,"bill_number":"H2809","title":"Requiring administrators of certain retirement plans to disclose conflicts of interest","description":"For legislation to require administrators of certain retirement plans of employees of subdivisions of the Commonwealth to disclose conflicts of interest. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2809","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2001336,"bill_number":"H3755","title":"Establishing driver privacy protections","description":"For legislation to establish driver privacy protections. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3755","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2001337,"bill_number":"H2029","title":"To eliminate standard conditions in probation","description":"For legislation to eliminate standard conditions in probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2029","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001338,"bill_number":"H409","title":"Relative to the race horse development fund","description":"For legislation to authorize the comptroller to transfer funds from the Race Horse Development Fund to the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H409","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001339,"bill_number":"H3620","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3620","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2001341,"bill_number":"H3053","title":"Providing for a local option transportation excise tax on large employers","description":"Relative to providing for a local option transportation excise tax on large employers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3053","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001342,"bill_number":"H3051","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3051","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001343,"bill_number":"H1989","title":"Relative to fairness in home sales","description":"Relative to discrimination of certain homebuyers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1989","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001344,"bill_number":"H3686","title":"Relative to license plate year of manufacture registration","description":"Relative to license plate year of manufacture registration plates when used on antique automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3679","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3686","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001345,"bill_number":"H3882","title":"Relative to the military family advocacy program, domestic violence and child abuse and neglect","description":"Relative to the military family advocacy program, domestic violence and child abuse and neglect. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3882","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2001346,"bill_number":"H3486","title":"Relative to municipal light plant emergency mutual aid","description":"Relative to municipal light plant emergency mutual aid. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3486","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2001347,"bill_number":"H3787","title":"Addressing the shortage of school bus drivers","description":"Relative to commercial drivers licenses for school bus operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3787","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001348,"bill_number":"H1635","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1635","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001349,"bill_number":"H2762","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System to grant credible service to Kellie Martin","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System to grant credible service to Kellie Martin. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2762","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001350,"bill_number":"H3833","title":"To establish the Massachusetts National Guard Museum in Salem","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts National Guard Museum in the city of Salem. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3833","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001351,"bill_number":"H893","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. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H967","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H893","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001352,"bill_number":"H2069","title":"Regarding trash and recycling collectors, moving contractors, and motor bus pupil transporters","description":"Relative to the wages of trash and recycling collectors, moving contractors, and motor bus pupil transporters. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2069","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2001353,"bill_number":"H280","title":"Providing for insurance coverage for vision screening for children","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for vision screening for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5089","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H280","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2001354,"bill_number":"H1389","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1389","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001355,"bill_number":"H693","title":"Ensuring student representation, Aidan's law","description":"Relative to student advisory committees at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H693","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001356,"bill_number":"H474","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"Relative to vehicle recalls. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4284","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H474","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001357,"bill_number":"H446","title":"Relative to wildlife rehabilitators","description":"For legislation to further regulate wildlife rehabilitators. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H446","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001358,"bill_number":"H2235","title":"Ensuring safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2235","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001359,"bill_number":"H1061","title":"To establish a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk","description":"By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn that the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs be directed to perform a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1061","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001361,"bill_number":"H3869","title":"Relative to tax notification 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3869","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001362,"bill_number":"H1158","title":"To promote economic mobility through matched savings","description":"Relative to economic mobility through matched savings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1158","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001363,"bill_number":"H1663","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1663","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001364,"bill_number":"H3405","title":"Establishing permanent standard time within the Commonwealth to promote sleep and health","description":"For legislation to establish standard time as the permanent time of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3405","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001365,"bill_number":"H387","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4273","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H387","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2001366,"bill_number":"H366","title":"Relative to preventing illegal alcohol sales","description":"Relative to preventing illegal alcohol sales. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H366","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2001367,"bill_number":"H3874","title":"Relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division","description":"Relative to the Veterans’ Bonus Division. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3874","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2001368,"bill_number":"H3386","title":"Relative to educational collaboratives","description":"Relative to financial interest in contracts or agreements made by educational collaboratives. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3386","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001369,"bill_number":"H2012","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2012","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001370,"bill_number":"H3370","title":"Relative to fairness in public contracting","description":"Relative to additional work in contracts of the Division of Highways. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3370","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001372,"bill_number":"H518","title":"To facilitate homeschooling and encourage educational innovation","description":"Relative to homeschooling and alternative education models. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H518","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2001373,"bill_number":"H1138","title":"To increase health insurer reporting transparency","description":"For legislation to increase health insurer reporting transparency. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5226","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1138","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001374,"bill_number":"H907","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H907","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001375,"bill_number":"H3282","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to release agricultural preservation restrictions over certain land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4362","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3282","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001376,"bill_number":"H483","title":"Relative to non-outcome based or performance based wagers","description":"Relative to non-outcome based or performance based wagers. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5269","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H483","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001377,"bill_number":"H3221","title":"Updating disabled veterans tax exemption totals","description":"Relative to disabled veterans' tax exemption totals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3221","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001378,"bill_number":"H472","title":"Relative to furthering dealership transparency","description":"Relative to motor vehicle dealership transparency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H472","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001379,"bill_number":"H2528","title":"Establishing the psychology interjurisdictional compact","description":"For legislation to establish a psychology interjurisdictional compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2528","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001380,"bill_number":"H1439","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5106","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1439","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001381,"bill_number":"H2921","title":"Relative to retirement benefits","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Mary McCabe. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2921","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001382,"bill_number":"H2266","title":"Repealing section 3A relative to MBTA communities","description":"For legislation to repeal section 3A relative to MBTA communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2266","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001383,"bill_number":"H2605","title":"Regarding consistent care for addiction rooted in evidence","description":"Relative to treatment for substance use and alcohol use disorders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2605","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001384,"bill_number":"H647","title":"Relative to school start times for middle and high school students","description":"Relative to school start times for middle and high school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H647","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001385,"bill_number":"H3379","title":"Relative to Treasury operations","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain operations of the Department of the State Treasurer. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3379","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001386,"bill_number":"H721","title":"To assesses school integration within the Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) program","description":"Relative to the establishment of a special commission (including members of the General Court) to reassess school integration within the Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) Program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H721","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001387,"bill_number":"H377","title":"Relative to growing resources to optimize the utilization of group therapeutic care","description":"Relative to group therapeutic care services and the establishment of a board of certification of group therapeutic specialists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H377","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2001388,"bill_number":"H2993","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2993","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001389,"bill_number":"H2992","title":"Authorizing the appointment or retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Brookline","description":"That the town of Brookline be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2992","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001390,"bill_number":"H981","title":"To protect pollinator habitat","description":"Relative to opportunities for improving pollinator health. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H981","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2001391,"bill_number":"H3719","title":"Relative to hot box detectors","description":"Relative to requiring the installation of hot box detectors every 20 miles on passenger train lines. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3719","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2001392,"bill_number":"H1996","title":"Relative to written real estate service agreements","description":"For legislation to further regulate written real estate service agreements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1996","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001393,"bill_number":"H437","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H437","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001394,"bill_number":"H1696","title":"To cure us of the liabilities that ultimately restricted equity","description":"Relative to establishing a commission to study and develop proposals for lineage-based reparations programs in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1696","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001395,"bill_number":"H499","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H499","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001396,"bill_number":"H2287","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2287","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001397,"bill_number":"H3071","title":"Relative to the uniform sales tax","description":"Relative to the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3071","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001398,"bill_number":"H1473","title":"To expand housing opportunities through homesharing","description":"Relative to homesharing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4695","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1473","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001399,"bill_number":"H649","title":"Providing for the creation of a permanent commission relative to the education of American Indian and Alaska Native residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the education of American Indian and Alaska Native residents. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H649","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001401,"bill_number":"H2905","title":"To protect the retirement classification of Barnstable county dispatchers and dispatch retirees","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of Barnstable County dispatchers and dispatch retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2807","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2905","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2001402,"bill_number":"H2256","title":"To protect pets","description":"Relative to the care and sale of cats, dogs and rabbits. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4732","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2256","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001404,"bill_number":"H2602","title":"Relative to notice of activation of the Massachusetts National Guard within the Commonwealth","description":"By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition of Mindy Domb that the National Guard provide written notice of activations to certain members of the General Court. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4664","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2602","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001405,"bill_number":"H2852","title":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for firefighters for the town of Bedford","description":"By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition of Kenneth I. Gordon (by vote of the town) that all positions within the government of the town of Bedford subject to the civil service law be exempt from any provisions pertaining to age limits. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2852","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001406,"bill_number":"H3707","title":"Strengthening transit infrastructure security","description":"Relative to the procurement of rolling stock for the use of public transportation by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5329","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3707","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001407,"bill_number":"H3697","title":"Requiring the use of helmets for electronically propelled wheeled vehicle operators and passengers","description":"Relative to requiring the use of helmets for electronically propelled wheeled vehicle operators and passengers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3697","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001408,"bill_number":"H820","title":"Enforcing accessibility for voters with disabilities","description":"For legislation to ensure access to polling places for voters with disabilities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4760","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H820","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2001409,"bill_number":"H2786","title":"Relative to compliance officers at the Department of Fire Services","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for compliance officers at the Department of Fire Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5287","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2786","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001410,"bill_number":"H2651","title":"Relative to the equality of wage and recruitment of the Massachusetts State Police","description":"Relative to the equality of wage and recruitment of the State Police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2651","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001411,"bill_number":"H1958","title":"Relative to advertising for justices of the peace","description":"Relative to advertising for justices of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5061","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1958","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001412,"bill_number":"H1641","title":"Relative to civil rights","description":"Relative to interference or attempted interference by threats, intimidation or coercion in civil rights actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1641","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001413,"bill_number":"H1848","title":"Relative to judicial discretion for probation","description":"Relative to judicial discretion for probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1848","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001414,"bill_number":"H3421","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a commemorative memorial portrait in the Massachusetts State House in honor of State Representative Doris Bunte","description":"Relative to the creation of a commemorative memorial portrait in the Massachusetts State House in honor of State Representative Doris Bunte. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3421","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001415,"bill_number":"H3738","title":"Relative to mopeds and scooters operating on public ways","description":"Relative to mopeds and scooters operating on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3738","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2001416,"bill_number":"H447","title":"Regarding credit card surcharging","description":"For legislation relative to credit card surcharges. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H447","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001417,"bill_number":"H1004","title":"Promoting climate safe buildings","description":"Relative to climate standards in state building codes. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1004","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001418,"bill_number":"H900","title":"Protecting drinking water quality in private wells","description":"For legislation to protect drinking water quality in private wells. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H900","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2001419,"bill_number":"H2293","title":"Requiring municipal spending reports on the use of opioid settlement funds","description":"Relative to requiring municipal spending reports on the use of opioid settlement funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2293","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001423,"bill_number":"H3530","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3530","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001424,"bill_number":"H131","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. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H131","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001425,"bill_number":"H1578","title":"Relative to background checks for individuals in Massachusetts housing programs","description":"Relative to background checks for individuals in Massachusetts housing programs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1578","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2001426,"bill_number":"H2678","title":"Amending the child passenger restraint exemption to include vehicles used in the ride-share industry","description":"Relative to authorizing child passenger restraint exemptions to include vehicles used in the ride-share industry. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2678","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001427,"bill_number":"H3490","title":"Relative to the sale of electric vehicles","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging and fueling. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3490","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001428,"bill_number":"H1155","title":"Empowering health care consumers","description":"Relative to empowering health care consumers by further regulating policies, contracts, agreements, plans or certificates of insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4789","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1155","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2001429,"bill_number":"H352","title":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant","description":"For legislation to further regulate the licensing of certified public accountant. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4356","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H352","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001430,"bill_number":"H2247","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2247","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001431,"bill_number":"H1462","title":"To support college students in recovery","description":"By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition of Joshua Tarsky and Rebecca L. Rausch that certain public institutions of higher education create college campus recovery-focused housing programs to provide alcohol and drug-free environments for students recovering from substance use disorder. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4882","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1462","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2001432,"bill_number":"H3094","title":"Relative to incentivizing multi-family housing through redevelopment","description":"For legislation to provide tax credits for certain certified rural housing redevelopment projects. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3094","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2001433,"bill_number":"H1415","title":"To protect qualified medicare beneficiaries from improper billing","description":"For legislation to protect qualified medicare beneficiaries from improper billing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1415","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001434,"bill_number":"H3605","title":"Relative to vanity plate fees","description":"Relative to vanity plate fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3605","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001435,"bill_number":"H2178","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2178","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001436,"bill_number":"H3394","title":"Providing for the observance of election worker appreciation day","description":"By Representative Muradian of Grafton, a petition of David K. Muradian, Jr., for the annual issuance by the Governor of a proclamation setting apart the Wednesday next after the first Monday in November in every even-numbered year as election worker appreciation day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3394","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001437,"bill_number":"H1768","title":"Related to indigency","description":"For legislation relative to indigency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1768","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001439,"bill_number":"H1647","title":"To improve enforcement of environmental quality","description":"Relative to the enforcement of laws and legal regulations related to public health, environmental pollution, and environmental justice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1647","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001440,"bill_number":"H3378","title":"To simplify the language used by state agencies","description":"For legislation to simplify the language used on the state website by executive offices and agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5169","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3378","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001441,"bill_number":"H1921","title":"Relative to sexual harassment","description":"Relative to sexual harassment by professional investors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1921","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2001442,"bill_number":"H2806","title":"Relative to creditable service for Lynn Turner, a member of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System","description":"Relative to providing for creditable service for retirement purposes for Lynn Turner, a member of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2806","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001443,"bill_number":"H941","title":"Authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting","description":"Relative to authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H941","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001444,"bill_number":"H768","title":"Relative to certified medical directors at skilled nursing facilities","description":"Relative to certified medical directors at skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H768","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001445,"bill_number":"H3087","title":"Repealing chapter 62F","description":"For legislation to repeal the law placing limitations on the growth of state revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3087","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001446,"bill_number":"H3588","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4839","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3588","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001447,"bill_number":"H3768","title":"Relative to community works programs","description":"For legislation to allow for participation in community works programs for violations of certain motor vehicle laws. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3768","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001448,"bill_number":"H3047","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3047","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001449,"bill_number":"H2102","title":"Relative to acts of violence","description":"Relative to compensation to persons injured by acts of violence of patients, prisoners, or courtroom violence. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2102","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2001450,"bill_number":"H756","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4557","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H756","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001451,"bill_number":"H1860","title":"Increasing the dispute limit for small claims court","description":"For legislation to increase the dispute limit for small claims court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1860","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2001453,"bill_number":"H3797","title":"Providing for a MassPort airline regulation study","description":"Relative to providing for a MassPort airline regulation study. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3797","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001454,"bill_number":"H3779","title":"Relative to motor vehicle leasing parity","description":"Relative to motor vehicle leasing parity. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3779","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2001455,"bill_number":"H1864","title":"Relative to district court jurisdiction","description":"Relative to district court jurisdiction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1864","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001456,"bill_number":"H2604","title":"To ensure access to medical parole","description":"Relative to access to medical parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2604","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001457,"bill_number":"H375","title":"Relative to transparency in credit card fees","description":"Relative to credit card surcharges. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H375","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001458,"bill_number":"H3758","title":"Relative to class 3 electric bicycles","description":"Relative to class 3 electric bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3758","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2001459,"bill_number":"H3101","title":"Relative to vehicle registration fees and sales tax for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to vehicle registration fees and sales taxes for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3101","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001460,"bill_number":"H2499","title":"Pertaining to women’s health at midlife and public, medical and workplace awareness of the transitional stage of menopause and related chronic conditions","description":"Relative to public, medical and workplace awareness of the transitional stage of menopause and related chronic conditions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5303","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2499","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001461,"bill_number":"H3231","title":"Relative to National Guard state tax exemption","description":"Relative to state income tax exemption for National Guard members. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3231","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2001462,"bill_number":"H875","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H875","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001463,"bill_number":"H1803","title":"To improve the election of certain court clerks","description":"Relative to the election of certain court clerks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1803","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001464,"bill_number":"H1089","title":"Providing for regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators","description":"Relative to virtual currency kiosk operators. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1089","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001465,"bill_number":"H1721","title":"For informed consent In public health","description":"Relative to informed consent In public health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1721","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2001467,"bill_number":"H1576","title":"Relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program","description":"For legislation to create a program for the development and construction of permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for low and moderate income buyers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1576","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001468,"bill_number":"H1313","title":"Relating to patient choice in dispensing of clinician-administered drugs","description":"Relative to patient choice in dispensing of clinician-administered drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4956","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1313","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001469,"bill_number":"H2094","title":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","description":"Relative to wage theft, employer accountability, and public enforcement. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2094","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2001471,"bill_number":"H2210","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2210","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001472,"bill_number":"H1812","title":"To promote timely access to parole hearings","description":"Relative to access to parole hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1812","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2001473,"bill_number":"H855","title":"Extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizens. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H855","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001475,"bill_number":"H417","title":"Relative to notification of licenses","description":"For legislation to further regulate the notification of liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H417","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001476,"bill_number":"H3484","title":"Limiting tech radiation in anchor institutions","description":"For legislation to limit non-ionizing radiation from technology in anchor institutions and for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to changes that foster hard-wired communication and reduced exposure to electromagnetic radiation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3484","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2001477,"bill_number":"H3671","title":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates","description":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3671","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2001478,"bill_number":"H1295","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4953","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1295","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001479,"bill_number":"H1516","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","description":"Relative to multifamily housing construction. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1516","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001480,"bill_number":"H3072","title":"For an enabling authority - Vaccination Tax Credit","description":"Relative to providing certain individuals with a vaccination tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3072","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001481,"bill_number":"H1720","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1720","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001482,"bill_number":"H1328","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1328","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001483,"bill_number":"H2175","title":"Relative to a youth training wage","description":"Relative to a youth training wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2175","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001484,"bill_number":"H1442","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1442","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001485,"bill_number":"H1288","title":"Relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling","description":"Relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1288","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001486,"bill_number":"H2633","title":"Relative to more accessible 911 disability indicator forms","description":"By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins and Michael O. Moore that the State 911 Department publish on its website a statewide disability indicator form. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2633","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001487,"bill_number":"H1506","title":"Relative to prioritizing Massachusetts residents on the waitlist for emergency housing assistance","description":"Relative to prioritizing Massachusetts residents on the waitlist for emergency housing assistance. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1506","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001488,"bill_number":"H1683","title":"To strengthen justice and support for sex trade survivors","description":"Relative to prostitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1683","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001489,"bill_number":"H3730","title":"Relative to training tomorrow’s trucking industry workforce","description":"For legislation to establish the trucking industry workforce training fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3730","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001490,"bill_number":"H2454","title":"Concerning the regulation of kratom","description":"Relative to establishing a penalty for the sale, preparation, manufacturing, or distribution of kratom products that are contaminated with dangerous non-kratom substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5127","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2454","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001491,"bill_number":"H3380","title":"To strengthen the taxpayer protection act","description":"For legislation to further regulate privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3380","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001492,"bill_number":"H1639","title":"Relative to eliminating liability limits for abuse of a minor","description":"Relative to eliminating liability limits for abuse of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1639","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001493,"bill_number":"H91","title":"To modernize funding for community media programming","description":"Relative to community media program funding. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H91/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H91","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001494,"bill_number":"H3862","title":"Relative to dependent eligibility for Chapter 115 benefits","description":"Relative to dependent eligibility for veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3862","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001495,"bill_number":"H3161","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3161","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001496,"bill_number":"H2174","title":"Relative to fairness for municipal employees","description":"Relative to salaries and wages for municipal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2174","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001497,"bill_number":"H1564","title":"Relative to preventing algorithmic rent fixing in the rental housing market","description":"Relative to preventing algorithmic rent fixing in the rental housing market. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5222","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1564","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001498,"bill_number":"H3137","title":"Relative to Title 5 income tax credit reform","description":"Relative to Title V income tax credit reform of financial aid for homeowners who have incurred costs for the repair or replacement of failed septic systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3137","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001499,"bill_number":"H3784","title":"Relative to a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund for motorcycle safety related activities. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3784","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001500,"bill_number":"H2982","title":"Relative to electronic monitoring department personnel pension group classification","description":"By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition of Steven Ultrino that assistant coordinators of the electric monitoring department of the Office of Probation shall be eligible for classification as members of Group 2 of the state contributory retirement board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2982","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001503,"bill_number":"H2679","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2679","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001505,"bill_number":"H3152","title":"To eliminate contingency fee auditors","description":"For legislation to eliminate contingency fee auditors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3152","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001506,"bill_number":"H2759","title":"Authorizing the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Paul Lemelin","description":"By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition of Natalie M. Blais that the State Retirement Board be directed to credit Paul Lemelin, an employee of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments, with certain creditable service for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2759","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2001507,"bill_number":"H3740","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3740","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001508,"bill_number":"H1998","title":"Establishing penalties for the filing of false reports against police officers","description":"Relative to establishing penalties for the filing of false reports against police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1998","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001509,"bill_number":"H456","title":"Relative to the creation of additional business opportunities for alcohol retailers","description":"Relative to the transportation of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H456","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001510,"bill_number":"H2948","title":"Regarding retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups","description":"Relative to the retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2948","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001511,"bill_number":"H2384","title":"Relative to provider choice","description":"Relative to the Vaccine Program Advisory Council. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2026-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2384","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001512,"bill_number":"H1971","title":"To restore the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1971","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2001513,"bill_number":"H2110","title":"Improving the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law","description":"Relative to paid family medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2110","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001514,"bill_number":"H2120","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2120","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2001515,"bill_number":"H486","title":"Relative to LLC reporting fees","description":"Relative to reporting fees for limited liability companies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H486","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001516,"bill_number":"H879","title":"To preserve local decision making during an emergency","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to postpone town meetings due to certain short-term emergencies. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H879","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001517,"bill_number":"H3868","title":"Exempting veterans disability payments as income when they are applying for other Commonwealth services.","description":"By Representative Marsi of Dudley, a petition of John J. Marsi and others that veterans benefits payments shall not be considered income for determining eligibility for other state services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3868","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2001518,"bill_number":"H1381","title":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"Relative to stabilizing nursing facility inflationary costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1381","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001519,"bill_number":"H399","title":"Authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4276","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H399","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001520,"bill_number":"H2087","title":"Relating to privileged communication between individuals and their labor organizations","description":"Relative to privileged communication between individuals and labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2087","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001521,"bill_number":"H3566","title":"Relative to surety bonds","description":"Relative to the use of surety bonds by certain utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3566","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2001522,"bill_number":"H1235","title":"Updating the mandated benefit review process","description":"Relative to the mandated benefit review process. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4947","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1235","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001523,"bill_number":"H79","title":"Relative to efficient access to the affordable connectivity program","description":"Relative to access to the affordable connectivity program. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H79/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H79","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001524,"bill_number":"H1741","title":"To amend Section 35 of M.G.L. Ch. 123","description":"Relative to orders of commitment of persons believed to have an alcohol or substance use disorder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1741","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2001525,"bill_number":"H267","title":"To provide notice to counsel of changes in a child’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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H267","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001526,"bill_number":"H977","title":"Relative to data collection on below threshold wells","description":"Relative to data collection on below threshold wells. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H977","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2001527,"bill_number":"H1795","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1795","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001528,"bill_number":"H2143","title":"Relative to employment protections for victims of abusive behavior","description":"Relative to employment protections for victims of abusive behavior. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2143","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001529,"bill_number":"H2424","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2424","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001530,"bill_number":"H2452","title":"Improving maternal and child health related to Hyperemesis Gravidarum","description":"Relative to the care, support, and resources for individuals experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2452","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001531,"bill_number":"H3637","title":"Implementing free public transit","description":"Relative to implementing free public transit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3637","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2001532,"bill_number":"H428","title":"Relative to alcohol sales on Thanksgiving","description":"Relative to alcohol sales on Thanksgiving. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H428","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001533,"bill_number":"H1676","title":"To respect and protect domestic violence and sexual assault victims and survivors","description":"For legislation to protect domestic violence and sexual assault victims and survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1676","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001534,"bill_number":"H665","title":"Amending the professional licensure requirements for teachers","description":"Relative to amending the professional licensure requirements for teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H665","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001537,"bill_number":"H3834","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3834","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001538,"bill_number":"H2005","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2005","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2001539,"bill_number":"H1329","title":"Temporarily protecting recently widowed spouses from foreclosure","description":"By Representative Sousa of Framingham, a petition of Priscila S. Sousa that mortgage lenders delay foreclosure proceedings after certain borrower deaths. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1329","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001540,"bill_number":"H243","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H243","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001541,"bill_number":"H174","title":"Relative to raising the standalone cap for marijuana establishments","description":"Relative to raising the standalone cap for marijuana establishments. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H174","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001542,"bill_number":"H906","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H906","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001543,"bill_number":"H1621","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1621","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001544,"bill_number":"H804","title":"Relative to gender neutral language in elections law","description":"Relative to gender-neutral language in elections laws. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H804","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2001545,"bill_number":"H3259","title":"To establish a local community newspaper subscription tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a local community newspaper subscription tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5371 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3259","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001546,"bill_number":"H1512","title":"To exempt local housing authorities from the penalties of the MBTA Communities Law","description":"Relative to the operations of local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1512","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2001547,"bill_number":"H1787","title":"Relative to the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1787","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001548,"bill_number":"H1118","title":"Relative to prior authorization requests","description":"By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition of Mark J. Cusack that health insurance plans be authorized to ensure adequate staffing during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1118","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001549,"bill_number":"H3338","title":"Proclaiming April 25th of each year to be Parental Alienation Awareness Day","description":"Relative to proclaiming April 25th of each year to be parental alienation awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3338","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001550,"bill_number":"H1558","title":"Promoting fair and affordable housing","description":"Relative to the promotion of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1558","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001551,"bill_number":"H495","title":"Reducing emissions from artificial intelligence","description":"Relative to reducing emissions from artificial intelligence. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H495","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001552,"bill_number":"H1671","title":"Designating right of disposition","description":"Relative to certain funeral service contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1671","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2001553,"bill_number":"H1766","title":"Relative to judicial security","description":"Relative to the public posting or displaying of the personal information of certain protected judicial officials and their family members. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5059","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1766","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001554,"bill_number":"H3283","title":"Relative to the open meeting law","description":"For legislation to assure for bidder privacy in certain interviews for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3283","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001555,"bill_number":"H2113","title":"Relative to professional employer organizations","description":"Relative to professional employer organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2113","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001556,"bill_number":"H3342","title":"To modernize municipal meetings, town meetings, and local elections","description":"Relative to remote participation of municipal meetings, town meetings, and local elections. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3342","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2001557,"bill_number":"H2132","title":"Relative to commission sales rates","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study issues relative to commission sales rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2132","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001558,"bill_number":"H877","title":"Relative to how Electoral College votes are delegated","description":"Relative to choosing presidential electors and the process which governs them. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H877","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001559,"bill_number":"H197","title":"Resolve for a foster care liability insurance special commission","description":"Relative to providers of comprehensive foster care in the Commonwealth in obtaining and maintaining foster care liability insurance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5024","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H197","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001560,"bill_number":"H2284","title":"Encouraging public-private partnerships to create affordable housing at public sites","description":"Relative to the conveyance of municipal property for the construction of mixed-use developments that include housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2284","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001561,"bill_number":"H1385","title":"Expanding the moral obligation bond program to acute care hospitals","description":"Relative to expanding the moral obligation bond program to include acute care hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1385","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001562,"bill_number":"H515","title":"Exempting Hancock schools","description":"For legislation to exempt the town of Hancock from certain provisions of the school choice laws. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H515","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2001563,"bill_number":"H3539","title":"Relative to a tactical transition to affordable, clean thermal energy","description":"Relative to clean thermal energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3539","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2001564,"bill_number":"H1650","title":"To stop mass shootings","description":"For legislation to further regulate the manufacturing of assault weapons and large capacity feeding devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1650","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001565,"bill_number":"H2728","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2728","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001566,"bill_number":"H864","title":"Relative to mail-in ballots","description":"Relative to mail-in ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H864","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001568,"bill_number":"H2540","title":"Relative to the community health initiative payment","description":"For legislation to further regulate community-based health initiative requirements for the construction of certain nursing facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2540","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001569,"bill_number":"H1618","title":"Relative to violent crimes","description":"Relative to certain violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1618","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001570,"bill_number":"H2942","title":"Providing for certain retirement benefits for the surviving beneficiary of Brandon Arakelian","description":"For legislation to provide for certain retirement benefits for the surviving beneficiary of Brandon Arakelian. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2942","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001571,"bill_number":"H1427","title":"Reducing the cost of attending college","description":"For legislation to establish an open educational resource trust fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4651","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1427","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001572,"bill_number":"H3179","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3179","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001573,"bill_number":"H445","title":"Relative to termination of sales to wholesalers by suppliers of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to termination of sales to wholesalers by suppliers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4281","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H445","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001574,"bill_number":"H1876","title":"Addressing compensation rates for bar advocates","description":"Relative to compensation rates for bar advocates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1876","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001575,"bill_number":"H2125","title":"To provide paid family and medical leave to all educators","description":"Relative to paid family and medical leave for educators. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2125","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001576,"bill_number":"H3216","title":"Supporting home sales to first-time home buyers","description":"Relative to tax credits for home sales to first-time home buyers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3216","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001577,"bill_number":"H1994","title":"Protecting tenants from retaliation and coercion","description":"Relative to protecting tenants from retaliation and coercion by threat of disclosing immigration status. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1994","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001578,"bill_number":"H332","title":"Regulating internet gaming","description":"For legislation to regulate internet gaming. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H332","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001579,"bill_number":"H107","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to review advancements in educational technology, digital/online learning and related programs","description":"Relative to advancements in educational technology, digital and online learning, and related programs. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H107","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2001580,"bill_number":"H2086","title":"Protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights","description":"Relative to labor organizing rights. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4681","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2086","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001581,"bill_number":"H306","title":"To guarantee a commercial tenant’s first right of refusal","description":"Relative to a municipal option commercial tenant first right of refusal. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5064","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H306","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2001582,"bill_number":"H3163","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3163","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001583,"bill_number":"H635","title":"Relating to seizure disorders in schools","description":"Relative to seizure disorders in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4641","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H635","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001584,"bill_number":"H2066","title":"To impose fines on transportation network drivers who discriminate against riders with disabilities who use service animals","description":"For legislation to impose fines on transportation network drivers who discriminate against riders with disabilities who use service animals. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2066","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2001586,"bill_number":"H1340","title":"Relative to moped liability insurance","description":"Relative to moped liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1340","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001587,"bill_number":"H2298","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"Relative to site plan zoning review. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2298","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2001588,"bill_number":"H2931","title":"Relative to earnings limitations for Michael Sacco for calendar year 2023","description":"Relative to earnings for Michael Sacco for calendar year 2023. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2931","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001589,"bill_number":"H3233","title":"To replace the motor vehicle excise tax with a gas tax adjustment","description":"For legislation to replace the motor vehicle excise tax with a gas tax adjustment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3233","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001590,"bill_number":"H1241","title":"Relative to fair access for qualifying patients","description":"Relative to eligibility for reimbursement by certain health plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5226","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1241","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001591,"bill_number":"H3473","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3473","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001592,"bill_number":"H2807","title":"To protect the retirement classification of Barnstable county dispatchers and dispatch retirees","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of Barnstable County dispatchers and dispatch retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2807","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001593,"bill_number":"H1479","title":"Facilitating a statewide housing policy simulator","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide housing policy simulator to model the impacts of existing and potential housing policies and conditions in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1479","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2001594,"bill_number":"H279","title":"To ensure parity in social work licensure","description":"Relativerelative to the creation of a new certification for child welfare workers at the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5299","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H279","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2001595,"bill_number":"H3324","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","description":"By Representative DuBois of Brockton, a petition of Michelle M. DuBois that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land located within the city of Brockton to Catholic Charitable Bureau of the Archdiocese of Boston, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4296","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3324","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001597,"bill_number":"H810","title":"Extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the commonwealth","description":"Relative to extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H810","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2001598,"bill_number":"H765","title":"Relative to councils on aging","description":"Relative to councils on aging. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4301","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H765","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2001599,"bill_number":"H1350","title":"To address medical debt through hospital financial assistance reform","description":"Relative to hospital financial assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1350","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2001601,"bill_number":"H608","title":"Relative to independent child protection","description":"Relative to education costs of children with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:25 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H608","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001602,"bill_number":"H604","title":"Concerning Asian Pacific Islander Desi American history education","description":"For legislation to include Asian Pacific Islander Desi American history education in school curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H604","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001603,"bill_number":"H886","title":"Relative to paint recycling","description":"Relative to the recycling of certain paints. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H886","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001604,"bill_number":"H1017","title":"To provide priority antlerless deer permits for disabled veteran hunters","description":"For legislation to provide antlerless deer permits for disabled veteran hunters. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1017","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001605,"bill_number":"H1031","title":"Relative to combined sewer overflows","description":"Relative to combined sewer overflows. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1031","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001606,"bill_number":"H501","title":"To ensure LLC transparency","description":"Relative to limited liability companies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H501","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001607,"bill_number":"H2716","title":"To repeal expanded firearms bans","description":"For legislation to repeal expanded firearms bans. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2716","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2001608,"bill_number":"H3520","title":"Facilitating distributed energy resources in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to distributed energy resources in the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3520","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001609,"bill_number":"H3482","title":"Regulating the location of generation facilities","description":"Relative to the locating of generation facilities within one mile of certain public areas and areas of critical environmental concern. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3482","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001611,"bill_number":"H3070","title":"For a COVID-19 vaccination tax credit","description":"Relative to a COVID-19 vaccination tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3070","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001612,"bill_number":"H3436","title":"Relative to chapter 30B procurement parity","description":"Relative to procurement parity. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3436","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001613,"bill_number":"H3775","title":"Relative to the town of Hatfield to permit the use of golf carts on the public ways of the town","description":"That the town of Hatfield be authorized to permit the use of golf carts on the public ways in said town. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4727","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3775","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001614,"bill_number":"H1632","title":"Relative to legal advertisements in online-only newspapers","description":"Relative to legal advertisements in online-only newspapers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1632","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2001615,"bill_number":"H3717","title":"To modernize and enhance the distribution of Chapter 90 funds","description":"For legislation to further regulate the distribution of transportation funds. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5142","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3717","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001616,"bill_number":"H1623","title":"Banning the use of tear gas by law enforcement","description":"Relative to banning the use of tear gas by law enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1623","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2001617,"bill_number":"H1095","title":"To increase the Medicaid life insurance exemption","description":"Relative to exemptions for life insurance policies with cash surrender value when determining Medicaid. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1095","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001618,"bill_number":"H851","title":"To ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count","description":"For legislation to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count and to create a census equity commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure that censuses accurately and completely count all residents of the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H851","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001619,"bill_number":"H423","title":"Relative to increasing language offerings for asbestos removal licensure exams","description":"Relative to increasing language offerings for asbestos removal licensure exams. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4280","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H423","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001620,"bill_number":"H3851","title":"Resolutions condemning political oppression and encouraging free and fair elections in Cambodia","description":"For legislation to condemn political oppression and encouraging free and fair elections in Cambodia. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A), the question being on adoption","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3851","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001621,"bill_number":"H2534","title":"Preserving access to hospital services","description":"By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition of Margaret R. Scarsdale and Michael D. Brady that the Department of Public Health create a process for state receivership for certain hospitals or free-standing clinics that provides essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2534","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2001622,"bill_number":"H2003","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2003","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2001623,"bill_number":"H361","title":"Reducing electromagnetic radiation emitted by technology through settings, design, and specific limits","description":"Relative to corporate radiation limits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H361","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2001624,"bill_number":"H1308","title":"Relative to protecting reproductive destiny","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for voluntary female sterilization. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1308","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001625,"bill_number":"H1418","title":"To provide funding for the African Diaspora Mental Health Association's State-of-the-Art Clinic","description":"For legislation to provide funding for the African Diaspora Mental Health Association's State-of-the-Art Clinic. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1418","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001626,"bill_number":"H3311","title":"Advancing equity for rural communities receiving state grants","description":"Relative to state grants for rural communities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4830","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3311","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2001627,"bill_number":"H815","title":"Relative to town committee elections and membership","description":"Relative to town committee elections and membership. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H815","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001628,"bill_number":"H645","title":"Allowing the administration of antiseizure medication on school busses","description":"Relative to the administration of antiseizure medication on school busses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H645","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001629,"bill_number":"H1960","title":"Establishing presumptive parole","description":"Relative to establishing presumptive parole using structured, actuarially-based guidelines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1960","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001630,"bill_number":"H1242","title":"Relative to insurers' usage of aerial images","description":"Relative to insurers' usage of aerial images. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1242","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001632,"bill_number":"H2795","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2795","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001633,"bill_number":"H2280","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2280","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001634,"bill_number":"H1452","title":"Banning legacy preferences in higher education","description":"Relative to the consideration of familial relationships to graduates in applications to higher education institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1452","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001635,"bill_number":"H1655","title":"To promote victim service funding","description":"Relative to victim trust funds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1655","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001636,"bill_number":"H3395","title":"Elevating the National Guard to a cabinet level position","description":"For legislation to establish an executive office of the military division. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3395","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001637,"bill_number":"H1028","title":"Relative to the protection of our drinking water from nitrosodimethylamine","description":"Relative to maximum containment levels for certain harmful compounds in drinking water. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1028","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001638,"bill_number":"H2771","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2771","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001639,"bill_number":"H3339","title":"Prohibiting state and municipal contracts for the purchase and installation of artificial turf fields","description":"Relative to state and municipal contracts for the purchase and installation of artificial turf fields. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3339","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2001640,"bill_number":"H1831","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1831","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001641,"bill_number":"H3819","title":"Relative to 100% disabled veteran recreation","description":"Relative to no cost hunting and fishing licenses for 100 percent disabled veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3819","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001642,"bill_number":"H3625","title":"Relative to the permit for removal or transportation of refuse","description":"Relative to the permitting for removal or transportation of refuse. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3625","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001643,"bill_number":"H1245","title":"To address barriers to HIV prevention medication","description":"For legislation to address barriers to HIV prevention medication healthcare coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4951","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1245","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001644,"bill_number":"H1637","title":"Protecting first responders and enhancing access to behavioral health centers","description":"Relative to claims, liability or penalties for transporting a person to a community behavioral health center. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4673","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1637","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001645,"bill_number":"H286","title":"Relative to autism education reform","description":"Relative to autism education reform and to facilitate appropriate interactions with persons on the autism spectrum. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H286","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001646,"bill_number":"H2253","title":"Relative to updating animal health inspections","description":"Relative to updating animal health inspections. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4365","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2253","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001647,"bill_number":"H3043","title":"Establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Concord","description":"That the town of Concord be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3043","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2001648,"bill_number":"H615","title":"To ensure the health and safety of children","description":"By Representative Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition of Hannah Kane, Kimberly N. Ferguson and Patrick Joseph Kearney 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H615","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001649,"bill_number":"H3674","title":"Relative to veterans' specialty license plates on leased vehicles","description":"Relative to veterans' specialty license plates on leased vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3674","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001651,"bill_number":"H2676","title":"Relative to enhancing child safety","description":"For legislation to require landlords to install window guards in certain residential units housing children under 10 years of age. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2676","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2001652,"bill_number":"H1662","title":"Relative to coerced abortion","description":"Relative to coerced abortion. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1662","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001653,"bill_number":"H537","title":"Relative to school site councils and the district parent advisory council","description":"Relative to school site councils and district parent advisory councils. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H537","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001654,"bill_number":"H1022","title":"Relative to meeting the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future","description":"Relative to meeting the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1022","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001655,"bill_number":"H801","title":"Relative to the town of Cheshire's special election","description":"For legislation to validate the results of the special election held in the town of Cheshire on August 12, 2024. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H801","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2001656,"bill_number":"H2674","title":"Relative to self-defense sprays","description":"Relative to self-defense sprays. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2674","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001657,"bill_number":"H3277","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3277","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001658,"bill_number":"H3333","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3333","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2001659,"bill_number":"H2115","title":"Clarifying the prevailing wage act to protect actions by the attorney general","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations for certain prevailing wage act actions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2115","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001660,"bill_number":"H2423","title":"Relative to pupil dental health","description":"Relative to oral health examinations for public school students. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2423","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001661,"bill_number":"H1476","title":"To codify pet-friendly elderly housing policies and ensure pet parity across housing authorities","description":"For legislation relative to pet ownership for residents of state-aided public housing for the elderly. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4835","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1476","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001662,"bill_number":"H195","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H209","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H195","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001664,"bill_number":"H3055","title":"To provide a tax credit for electric landscaping equipment for small yard care businesses","description":"For legislation to provide a tax credit for electric landscaping equipment for small yard care businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3055","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001665,"bill_number":"H692","title":"Local approval for charter schools","description":"Relative to local approval for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H692","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001666,"bill_number":"H800","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H800","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001667,"bill_number":"H876","title":"Strengthening the post-election audit process","description":"Relative to the post-election audit process. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H876","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001668,"bill_number":"H3038","title":"To establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets","description":"For legislation to establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets funded by a portion of the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5196","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3038","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001670,"bill_number":"H308","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H308","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001671,"bill_number":"H3369","title":"Relative to school transportation contracts","description":"Relative to bids for school transportation contracts that include electric vehicles. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3369","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001672,"bill_number":"H2427","title":"To improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities","description":"Relative to improving indoor air quality for certain highly-impacted communities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4590","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2427","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2001673,"bill_number":"H1105","title":"Relating to modernizing business to business commercial insurance transactions","description":"Relative to business to business commercial insurance transactions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1105","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001674,"bill_number":"H2529","title":"To create equitable approaches to public health","description":"For legislation to further regulate the equitable approaches to public health grant program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2529","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001675,"bill_number":"H1695","title":"Promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services","description":"Relative to promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1695","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001676,"bill_number":"H3247","title":"To promote the development of abandoned buildings","description":"For legislation to further regulate tax deductions for renovation of abandoned buildings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3247","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001677,"bill_number":"H3562","title":"To study the feasibility of installing solar panels on municipal and state buildings and land","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa that the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs perform a study on the feasibility of installing solar panels on municipal and state buildings and land. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3562","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001678,"bill_number":"H172","title":"To expand access to cannabis beverage products","description":"For legislation to expand access to cannabis beverage products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H172","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2001679,"bill_number":"H854","title":"Relative to youth voter engagement","description":"For legislation to provide for voter pre-registration for persons 17 years of age. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H854","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001680,"bill_number":"H3654","title":"Relative to restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod","description":"Relative to establishing year-round daily commuter rail service to Cape Cod. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5277","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3654","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001681,"bill_number":"H895","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H895","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001682,"bill_number":"H559","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks","description":"Relative to the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5340","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H559","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001683,"bill_number":"H3344","title":"Making election day a legal holiday for state and municipal employees","description":"Relative to making election day a legal holiday for state and municipal employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3344","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2001684,"bill_number":"H3733","title":"Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line","description":"By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition of William F. MacGregor for an investigation by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3733","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2001685,"bill_number":"H519","title":"For equitable workforce development","description":"Relative to admissions to vocational-technical schools or vocational-technical programs to provide for equitable workforce development. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H519","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001686,"bill_number":"H1081","title":"Relative to customer reimbursement in instances of financial fraud","description":"Relative to customer reimbursement in instances of financial fraud. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1081","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001687,"bill_number":"H3546","title":"To establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks","description":"For legislation to establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5290","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3546","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001688,"bill_number":"H1935","title":"Relative to wiretapping in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to wiretapping. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1935","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001689,"bill_number":"H3389","title":"To waive chargebacks on state grants, federal grant awards, federal subgrants and subsidies\r\nfor the Regional Emergency Communication Center on Martha's Vineyard","description":"For legislation to waive certain chargebacks for the Dukes County Sheriff’s Regional Emergency Communication Center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3389","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2001690,"bill_number":"H3141","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3141","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001691,"bill_number":"H849","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H849","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001692,"bill_number":"H630","title":"Establishing an education-to-career data center","description":"For legislation to establish a education-to-career data center. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H630","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001693,"bill_number":"H3172","title":"Relative to taxes for tipped wages","description":"Relative to taxes for tipped wages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3172","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2001694,"bill_number":"H1449","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5026","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1449","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2001695,"bill_number":"H1949","title":"Relative to protecting cats and dogs from slaughter","description":"Relative to penalties for the slaughter of cats and dogs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1949","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001698,"bill_number":"H3558","title":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3558","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2001699,"bill_number":"H2259","title":"Authorizing the Cotuit Fire District to raise and appropriate money for the Historical Society of Santuit and Cotuit","description":"Relative to authorizing the Cotuit Fire District to raise and appropriate money for the Historical Society of Santuit and Cotuit. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2259","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001700,"bill_number":"H2414","title":"Relative to patient assessment and notification prior to prescribing certain medications","description":"Relative to patient assessment and notification prior to prescribing certain medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2414","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001701,"bill_number":"H2900","title":"Requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms","description":"Relative to requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2900","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001702,"bill_number":"H2965","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2965","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2001703,"bill_number":"H2781","title":"Relative to the Department of Youth Services","description":"Relative to the retirement group of certain employees of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2781","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001704,"bill_number":"H512","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H512","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001705,"bill_number":"H2818","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2818","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2001706,"bill_number":"H1536","title":"Enhancing prioritization for the emergency assistance program","description":"Relative to prioritization for the emergency assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1536","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001707,"bill_number":"H1797","title":"Establishing a special legislative commission to study the use of IVRs and other strategies by social media platforms","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special legislative commission (including members of the General Court) to study the use of IVRs and other strategies by social media platforms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1797","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001708,"bill_number":"H784","title":"Relative to assisted living facility residences appeal of findings","description":"Relative to assisted living facility residences appeal of findings. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H784","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001709,"bill_number":"H2618","title":"Repealing the misguided, unnecessary, and largely unconstitutional firearms law of 2024","description":"Relative to repealing the act modernizing firearm laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2618","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2001710,"bill_number":"H2269","title":"Bridgewater town charter article IV, town manager \"temporary absence\"","description":"Relative to the position of town manager in the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4569","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2269","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2001711,"bill_number":"H2055","title":"Relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders","description":"Relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2055","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001712,"bill_number":"H376","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H376","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001713,"bill_number":"H2924","title":"Relative to retirement systems and pensions for correctional officers","description":"Relative to retirement systems and pensions for correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2924","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2001714,"bill_number":"H2867","title":"To clarify civil service information-sharing","description":"For legislation to clarify civil service information furnished to law enforcement authorities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2867","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001715,"bill_number":"H2092","title":"Clarifying mandatory overtime protections","description":"Relative to mandatory overtime protections in collective bargaining agreements entered into by hospitals and labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2092","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2001716,"bill_number":"H3569","title":"Relative to carbon emission reduction and advanced nuclear energy generation","description":"Relative to carbon emission reduction and advanced nuclear energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3569","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2001717,"bill_number":"H3750","title":"To provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness","description":"By Representatives O'Day of West Boylston and Garballey of Arlington, a petition of James J. O'Day, Sean Garballey and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide identification to youth and adults experiencing homelessness. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3750","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2001718,"bill_number":"H996","title":"Relative to helium balloons","description":"Relative to the sale, distribution and release of balloons. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H996","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2001719,"bill_number":"H2209","title":"Establishing a special commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, including but not limited to investigation of PTSD caused by the COVID 19 Pandemic","description":"Relative to establishing a commission on post traumatic stress disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2209","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001720,"bill_number":"H1363","title":"To extend enhanced Medicaid benefits to eligible hospitals","description":"For legislation to extend enhanced Medicaid benefits to eligible hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1363","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001721,"bill_number":"H3663","title":"Relative to the safe operation of drones in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the safe operation of drones in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3663","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001722,"bill_number":"H1454","title":"To modernize the endowment match program for community colleges","description":"Relative to the endowment match program for community colleges. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1454","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001723,"bill_number":"H3234","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 seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3234","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001724,"bill_number":"H1080","title":"Relative to copay assistance","description":"Relative to copay assistance for certain branded drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1080","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2001725,"bill_number":"H117","title":"Relative to hemp and hemp products in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to hemp and hemp products. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H117","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001726,"bill_number":"H139","title":"Relative to rodeos","description":"Relative to rodeos. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4424","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H139","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001728,"bill_number":"H3728","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3728","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001729,"bill_number":"H82","title":"Relative to cyberattack response in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to cyberattack responses. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H82/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H82","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001730,"bill_number":"H3018","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3018","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001731,"bill_number":"H224","title":"Improving accessibility in the creative economy","description":"Relative to the establishment of an accessibility in the creative economy (ACE) grant program to be administered by the Office on Disability. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4912","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H224","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2001732,"bill_number":"H2485","title":"Concerning the cardiac health of children and student athletes","description":"Relative to the cardiac health of children and student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2485","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001733,"bill_number":"H2969","title":"Relative to clarifying the application of the heart bill","description":"By Representative Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola that police officers of the Office of Environmental Law Enforcement be included under the “heart law”, so-called. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2969","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001734,"bill_number":"H281","title":"Relative to SNAP benefits for seniors and disabled individuals","description":"Relative to supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits for certain seniors and disabled individuals. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H214","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H281","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2001735,"bill_number":"H1752","title":"To protect children in extreme temperatures","description":"Relative to unattended child in motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1752","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2001736,"bill_number":"H109","title":"Protecting our soil and farms from PFAS contamination","description":"Relative to farming and damages caused by PFAS. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4853","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H109","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001737,"bill_number":"H1925","title":"To improve grandparent visitation rights","description":"For legislation to improve visitation rights for grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1925","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2001738,"bill_number":"H3593","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5185","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3593","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2001742,"bill_number":"H177","title":"Establishing a local transaction fee on cannabis sales","description":"Relative to establishing a local transaction fee on cannabis sales. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H177","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2001743,"bill_number":"H385","title":"To clarify the Consumer Protection Act","description":"Relative to civil actions for unfair or deceptive practices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H385","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2001744,"bill_number":"H2246","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2246","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001745,"bill_number":"H1160","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1160","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001746,"bill_number":"H1072","title":"Of improving environmental justice in Black communities","description":"By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition of Christopher J. Worrell that the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs be authorized to conduct an environmental audit of environmental justice neighborhoods. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1072","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001747,"bill_number":"H2557","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4659","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2557","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001748,"bill_number":"H1262","title":"Relative to dental insurance","description":"Relative to dental insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1262","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001749,"bill_number":"H154","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H154","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001750,"bill_number":"H353","title":"Relative to retail alcohol license caps","description":"Relative to retail alcohol license caps. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H353","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001751,"bill_number":"H3460","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3460","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001753,"bill_number":"H2659","title":"To remove medical and health service fees for incarcerated people","description":"Relative to medical and health service fees for incarcerated people. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2659","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001754,"bill_number":"H3860","title":"To establish the Guard enlistment enhancement program","description":"For legislation to establish a National Guard enlistment enhancement program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3860","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001755,"bill_number":"H1919","title":"Prohibiting body size discrimination","description":"For legislation to prohibit body size discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1919","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2001756,"bill_number":"H723","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H723","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001757,"bill_number":"H3299","title":"To modernize participation in public meetings","description":"Relative to participation in public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3299","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001758,"bill_number":"H3186","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3186","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2001759,"bill_number":"H792","title":"Establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program","description":"Relative to a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H792","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001760,"bill_number":"H2046","title":"Relative to pill press machines","description":"Relative to pill press machines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2046","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2001762,"bill_number":"H2038","title":"To require restitution for a child whose parent is killed by a drunk driver","description":"For legislation to require restitution for a child whose parent is killed by a drunk driver. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2038","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001763,"bill_number":"H3608","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Hopkinton as the Major General Frank D. Merrill memorial bridge","description":"By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition of James C. Arena-DeRosa that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to designate a certain bridge in the town of Hopkinton as the Major General Frank D. Merrill memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3608","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001764,"bill_number":"H1863","title":"Relative to structured settlement payment protections","description":"Relative to structured settlement payment protections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1863","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2001765,"bill_number":"H3174","title":"Relative to a child and dependent care tax credit","description":"Relative to a child and dependent care tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3174","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2001766,"bill_number":"H269","title":"Strengthening parenting time plans","description":"Relative to parenting time plans for certain foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4656","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H269","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2001767,"bill_number":"H1213","title":"Relative to insurance discounts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance discounts for marijuana impairment education courses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1213","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001768,"bill_number":"H1000","title":"Establishing a coastal waters wastewater financing commission","description":"Relative to specific revenue sources to fund essential wastewater infrastructure improvements in response to nitrogen pollution on the south coast of Massachusetts. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1000","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001769,"bill_number":"H217","title":"Relative to ensuring resources and support for pregnant and parenting families","description":"Relative to providing resources and support for pregnant and parenting families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H217","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001770,"bill_number":"H489","title":"Relative to the student entrepreneurial and economic investment fund","description":"For legislation to establish a student entrepreneurial and economic investment fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H489","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001771,"bill_number":"H1869","title":"Relative to solicitation of a juvenile under eighteen to commit murder","description":"Relative to solicitation of juveniles under eighteen to commit murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1869","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001772,"bill_number":"H2768","title":"Relative to licensed electricians employed at regional school districts","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for licensed electricians employed at regional school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2768","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2001773,"bill_number":"H1592","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1592","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001774,"bill_number":"H3131","title":"Incentivizing veterans to reside in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the residency requirement for property tax exemptions eligibility for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3131","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001775,"bill_number":"H273","title":"Relative to a maltreatment coding system","description":"Relative to the creation of a maltreatment coding system. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H273","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001776,"bill_number":"H3446","title":"Relative to municipal voices in gas utility work","description":"For legislation to further regulate the opening of streets or the use of public ways by gas companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3446","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2001777,"bill_number":"H3358","title":"Establishing building trades recovery week","description":"By Representatives Hunt of Boston and Biele of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt and David Biele for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the last full week in April as building trades recovery week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3358","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001778,"bill_number":"H1832","title":"Relative to preventing the sexual abuse of children and youth","description":"Relative to preventing the sexual abuse of children and youth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1832","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001779,"bill_number":"H3003","title":"Relative to a COVID-19 retirement credit study","description":"Relative to awarding a retirement credit to certain public employees who worked between March, 2020 and at least January, 2021. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3003","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2001780,"bill_number":"H1539","title":"Relative to condominium elections","description":"Relative to condominium elections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1539","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001781,"bill_number":"H583","title":"To improve student and staff attendance and performance by ensuring air quality monitoring in schools throughout the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve student and staff attendance and performance by ensuring air quality monitoring in schools throughout the commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H583","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001782,"bill_number":"H2483","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","description":"For legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4611","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2483","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001783,"bill_number":"H3269","title":"Establishing a transferable pediatric cancer research tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a transferable pediatric cancer research tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3269","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001784,"bill_number":"H596","title":"To ensure that all students are prepared for future success","description":"For legislation to align high school courses with college and workforce expectations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H596","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2001785,"bill_number":"H3401","title":"State funded contruction work","description":"Relative to state funded construction work. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3401","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2001786,"bill_number":"H1100","title":"Relating to insurance adjusters","description":"Relative to insurance adjusters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1100","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001787,"bill_number":"H255","title":"Relative to enabling access and empowering early educators","description":"Relative to family child care homes. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H255","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001788,"bill_number":"H1993","title":"Relative to court filing fees","description":"Relative to court filing fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1993","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2001789,"bill_number":"H1798","title":"Relative to violent offenders in shelter waiver","description":"Relative to violent offenders in shelter waiver. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1798","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001790,"bill_number":"H3353","title":"Relative to corporate filing requirements","description":"Relative to corporate filing requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3353","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001791,"bill_number":"H2380","title":"Relative to updating the licensure of optometrists","description":"Relative to optometrist licensure. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2380","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001792,"bill_number":"H2456","title":"Establishing a commission to study the encouragement of organ donation","description":"Relative to establishing a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the encouragement of organ donation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2456","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001794,"bill_number":"H1743","title":"Establishing medical civil rights","description":"Relative to establishing medical civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1743","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2001795,"bill_number":"H3471","title":"Requiring disclosure to consumers regarding home heating oil insurance","description":"By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3471","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001796,"bill_number":"H1265","title":"Relative to auto insurance costs for traditionally low-and moderate income communities","description":"Relative to auto insurance costs for traditionally low-and moderate income communities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1265","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001797,"bill_number":"H1440","title":"Relative to the Honorable George V. Kenneally, Jr","description":"By Representative Hunt of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt that the University of Massachusetts be authorized to designate the student center at the Boston campus as the George V. Kenneally, Jr., student center. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1440","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2001798,"bill_number":"H1902","title":"Relative to the reliability of testifying informants","description":"Relative to the reliability of testifying informants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1902","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001799,"bill_number":"H3661","title":"Relative to drivers education","description":"Relative to driver education. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5326","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3661","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001800,"bill_number":"H1475","title":"Relative to manufactured housing","description":"Relative to manufactured housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1475","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001801,"bill_number":"H292","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to review Department of Developmental Services regulations and practices","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to review Department of Developmental Services regulations and practices. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H292","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2001803,"bill_number":"H1035","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1035","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001804,"bill_number":"H3315","title":"Directing the superintendent of state office buildings to install a permanent memorial in the Massachusetts State House in honor of Mercy Otis Warren","description":"By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition of Kip A. Diggs that the Superintendent of State Office Buildings be authorized to install a permanent memorial in the State House in honor of Mercy Otis Warren. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3315","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2001805,"bill_number":"H1894","title":"Promoting equity in traffic stops","description":"Relative to evidence obtained during traffic stops in criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1894","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2001806,"bill_number":"H253","title":"Establishing guardians as providers of medical care to support the rights of incapacitated persons","description":"Relative to establishing guardians as providers of medical care to support the rights of incapacitated persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H253","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2001807,"bill_number":"H3622","title":"Relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles","description":"Relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3622","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2001808,"bill_number":"H3541","title":"For greenhouse gas measuring and accounting truth","description":"Relative to carbon dioxide equivalents and factors that impact statewide greenhouse gas emissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3541","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2001810,"bill_number":"H2371","title":"Removing barriers to care for physician assistants","description":"Relative to the licensing, supervision and scope of practice of physicians assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2371","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2001811,"bill_number":"H3262","title":"Relative to income tax rates","description":"Relative to income tax rates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3262","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001812,"bill_number":"H2388","title":"To encourage, and improve the level of availability of physicians","description":"For legislation to encourage and improve the level of availability of physicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2388","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001813,"bill_number":"H1234","title":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers insurance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1234","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001814,"bill_number":"H869","title":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Acton","description":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Acton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H869","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2001815,"bill_number":"H3126","title":"Establishing a tax for online advertising","description":"Relative to establishing a tax for online advertising. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3126","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2001816,"bill_number":"H275","title":"Relative to child care cost transparency","description":"Relative to child care cost transparency. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H275","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2001817,"bill_number":"H1585","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1585","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001818,"bill_number":"H2085","title":"Providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and for ensuring a skilled workforce. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4974","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2085","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001819,"bill_number":"H1672","title":"To establish a program to improve communications between local law enforcement and crime victims in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to communication between local law enforcement and crime victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1672","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2001820,"bill_number":"H3132","title":"Providing volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians with a local option real estate tax exemption","description":"Relative to providing volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians with a local option real estate tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3132","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001821,"bill_number":"H1058","title":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","description":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4856","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1058","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2001822,"bill_number":"H2991","title":"Relative to certain employees of the MBTA advisory board","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for employees whose regular compensation is paid by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Advisory Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2991","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001823,"bill_number":"H503","title":"Promoting entrepreneurship through employee ownership","description":"For legislation to promote entrepreneurship through employee ownership. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H503","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001824,"bill_number":"H3583","title":"To establishing a moratorium on new gas system expansion","description":"Relative to establishing a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3583","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001826,"bill_number":"H434","title":"Relative to apportionment of lottery revenues","description":"Relative to apportionment of lottery revenues. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H434","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2001827,"bill_number":"H1219","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1219","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2001828,"bill_number":"H2956","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2834","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2956","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2001829,"bill_number":"H741","title":"Relative to alert systems in public schools","description":"Relative to public schools' emergency alert systems. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H741","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001830,"bill_number":"H534","title":"To expand access to computer science coursework","description":"Relative to computer science coursework. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H534","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2001831,"bill_number":"H1933","title":"Further protecting tenants","description":"Relative to rent withholdings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1933","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001832,"bill_number":"H2378","title":"To increase patient access to certain health care services","description":"Relative to patient access to certain health care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5330 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2378","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2001833,"bill_number":"H2732","title":"Relative to missing Black women and girls in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to protect Black women and girls in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2732","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2001834,"bill_number":"H2391","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events","description":"For legislation to require automated external defibrillators at sporting events. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4993","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2391","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001835,"bill_number":"H3806","title":"Relative to roadway safety","description":"Relative to roadway safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3806","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2001836,"bill_number":"H873","title":"Relative to voting rights","description":"Relative to voting rights for convicted felons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H873","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001837,"bill_number":"H3228","title":"Relative to tuition tax credit","description":"Relative to a tax credit for tuition and fees for higher education. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3228","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001838,"bill_number":"H245","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H245","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2001839,"bill_number":"H713","title":"Relative to supporting student participation in 4-H programs","description":"Relative to student participation in 4-H programs. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H713","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2001840,"bill_number":"H2507","title":"Assessing health care access","description":"By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition of Edward R. Philips and Michael D. Brady that the Department of Public Health, the Health Policy Commission and the Center for Health Information Analysis study current access to essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2507","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001841,"bill_number":"H3586","title":"Relative to procurement services for artists","description":"Relative to procurement services for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5185","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3586","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2001842,"bill_number":"H966","title":"Prohibiting the mistreatment of birds","description":"For legislation to prohibit the mistreatment of birds. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H966","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2001843,"bill_number":"H3739","title":"Allowing for partial payment of fines relating to driver’s license suspension or revocation","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to accept partial payment of fines for suspension or revocation of licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3739","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2001844,"bill_number":"H1815","title":"Enhancing access to abortion","description":"Relative to further regulating access to abortion care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1815","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2001845,"bill_number":"H2060","title":"Relative to assault and battery against healthcare personnel, school officials, and first responders","description":"Relative to assault and battery against healthcare personnel, school officials, and first responders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2060","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2001849,"bill_number":"H246","title":"Relative to bias-free child removals","description":"By Representatives Higgins of Leominster and Meschino of Hull, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins, Joan Meschino and Lindsay N. Sabadosa that the Department of Children and Families be authorized to develop a bias-free case review team to screen proposed emergency child removals. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H246","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001850,"bill_number":"H1505","title":"Relative to emergency housing assistance residency requirements","description":"Relative to emergency housing assistance residency requirements. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1505","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2001851,"bill_number":"H2592","title":"Authorizing the voluntary disavowal of eligibility to purchase a firearm","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2592","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001852,"bill_number":"H3617","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4734","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3617","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001853,"bill_number":"H2272","title":"Authorizing remote participation at town meetings in the town of Wayland","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to hold annual and special hybrid town meetings. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2272","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2001854,"bill_number":"H912","title":"To reduce polystyrene in the environment","description":"Relative to the use of polystyrene containers and wares by certain food and retail establishments. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H912","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2001855,"bill_number":"H2244","title":"Relative to making the charter of the city of Chicopee gender neutral","description":"For legislation to make the charter of the city of Chicopee gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Walsh) adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2244","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2001856,"bill_number":"H3130","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"For legislation to promote urban agriculture and horticulture by providing for certain tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3130","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2001857,"bill_number":"H3381","title":"Establishing Getting to Zero Week","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart December first through the eighth as getting to zero week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3381","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2001858,"bill_number":"H624","title":"Relative to teacher pathways and educator diversity","description":"By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition of Michael P. Kushmerek that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education develop an accelerated, tuition-free teacher occupational apprenticeship program. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H624","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001860,"bill_number":"H168","title":"Requiring the Cannabis Control Commission to regulate intoxicating hemp products","description":"Relative to requiring the Cannabis Control Commission to regulate intoxicating hemp products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H168","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2001861,"bill_number":"H2199","title":"Ending unnecessary hospitalizations","description":"Relative to the involuntary hospitalization. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5276","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2199","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001862,"bill_number":"H774","title":"Relative to prescription medication transfer and availability","description":"Relative to prescriptions. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H774","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2001863,"bill_number":"H1339","title":"Establishing protections and accountability for DNC workers, consumers, and communities","description":"Relative to protections and accountability for transportation network and delivery network companies workers, consumers, and communities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1339","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2001864,"bill_number":"H2083","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2083","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001865,"bill_number":"H1591","title":"Relative to healthcare proxies","description":"Relative to healthcare proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1591","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001866,"bill_number":"H2118","title":"Relative to noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ban noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2118","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001867,"bill_number":"H667","title":"Relative to school absences","description":"Relative to school absences. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H667","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2001868,"bill_number":"H316","title":"To promote Massachusetts business competitiveness and affordable living","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., for an investigation by a special committee on Massachusetts business competitiveness and affordable living, which shall be charged with oversight of matters to improve the ability of businesses, to form and thrive under law, and to lower the cost of living for residents and families. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H316","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2001869,"bill_number":"H2582","title":"Relative to police certification","description":"For legislation to further regulate police certification. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2582","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001870,"bill_number":"H416","title":"Relative to motor vehicle debt waivers","description":"Relative to motor vehicle debt waivers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H416","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2001871,"bill_number":"H2811","title":"To mandate the review of climate risk in order to protect public pension beneficiaries and taxpayers","description":"Relative to public pension fund divestment from climate risk investments and negative economic impacts from carbon producing industries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2811","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001872,"bill_number":"H1652","title":"Relative to reforming the competency to stand trial process","description":"Relative to reforming the competency to stand trial process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1652","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001873,"bill_number":"H2211","title":"Modernizing the six fundamental rights","description":"Relative to persons receiving services from the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5229","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2211","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001874,"bill_number":"H1980","title":"To promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade","description":"Relative to the expungement of certain marijuana and prostitution-related records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001875,"bill_number":"H1850","title":"To address arbitration and litigation relief","description":"For legislation to address arbitration and litigation relief. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1850","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2001876,"bill_number":"H610","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H610","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001877,"bill_number":"H1284","title":"Ensuring banking accessibility","description":"Relative to banking accessibility. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1284","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001878,"bill_number":"H1914","title":"Relative to a temporary possession ban of animals for animal abusers","description":"Relative to a temporary possession ban of animals for animal abusers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1914","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2001879,"bill_number":"H602","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"Relative to athletic activities of students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H602","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2001880,"bill_number":"H2509","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2509","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001881,"bill_number":"H3565","title":"Relative to Mass Save assessments","description":"Relative to Mass Save assessments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3565","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2001882,"bill_number":"H356","title":"Concerning horse racing and simulcasting within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to horse racing or simulcasting licensing in cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H356","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2001883,"bill_number":"H1077","title":"Relative to protecting homeowners after a property fire","description":"Relative to fire investigations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1077","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001884,"bill_number":"H3612","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3612","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001885,"bill_number":"H1837","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1837","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001886,"bill_number":"H1208","title":"Relative to establishing a financial technology task force","description":"For legislation to establish a special task force (including members of the General Court) to review and report on the financial impact of financial technology operations and current bank charter regulations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1208","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001887,"bill_number":"H3205","title":"To update certain changes to property tax collection laws","description":"For legislation to further regulate property tax collection. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3205","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2001888,"bill_number":"H2866","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of William Manduca","description":"By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins that the State Retirement Board be authorized to provide certain retirement benefits to Carrie Duff the surviving beneficiary of William Manduca. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2866","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001889,"bill_number":"H116","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","description":"Relative to the membership of the Massachusetts Food Policy Council. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H116","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001890,"bill_number":"H3104","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4708","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3104","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001892,"bill_number":"H3792","title":"Relative to license reinstatement fees for drivers without conviction","description":"Relative to license reinstatement fees for drivers without a conviction. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3792","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001893,"bill_number":"H188","title":"Relative to cannabis advertisements by out of state dispensaries","description":"Relative to cannabis advertisements by out of state dispensaries. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H188","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001894,"bill_number":"H1600","title":"Relative to criminal harassment against a sports official","description":"Relative to criminal harassment against sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1600","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2001896,"bill_number":"H2417","title":"Relative to medical sharps stewardship","description":"Relative to medical sharps stewardship. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2417","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2001897,"bill_number":"H344","title":"Relative to the responsible sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to the responsible sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4355","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H344","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001898,"bill_number":"H1465","title":"Relative to establishing a tuition free program for teachers and paraprofessionals","description":"By Representatives Ultrino of Malden and Howard of Lowell, a petition of Steven Ultrino that the Board of Higher Education be directed to establish a program for certain school teachers and paraprofessionals to attend courses at public institutions of higher education at no tuition cost. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1465","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001899,"bill_number":"H712","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and student recovery","description":"Relative to dropout prevention and student recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H712","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2001900,"bill_number":"H3391","title":"Relative to government surplus supply","description":"Relative to government surplus supply. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3391","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2001901,"bill_number":"H153","title":"Requiring informed consent for marijuana testing","description":"Relative to requiring informed consent for marijuana testing at certain health care facilities. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H153","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2001902,"bill_number":"H2403","title":"Establishing the human service transportation (HST) consumer advisory board","description":"Relative to establishing the human service transportation consumer advisory board. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2403","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2001903,"bill_number":"H947","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H947","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2001904,"bill_number":"H504","title":"To ensure equitable representation of required parent advisory councils to school committees","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable representation of required parent advisory councils to school committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H504","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2001905,"bill_number":"H350","title":"Relative to governing private label of distilled spirits","description":"Relative to private labels of distilled spirits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H350","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2001906,"bill_number":"H3122","title":"To support educational opportunity for all","description":"Relative to the imposition of an annual excise tax upon certain private institutions of higher learning. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3122","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2001907,"bill_number":"H3770","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3770","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001908,"bill_number":"H1463","title":"Relative to a tuition and fee freeze at all public colleges and universities","description":"Relative to a tuition and fee freeze at all public colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1463","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001909,"bill_number":"H2386","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2386","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001910,"bill_number":"H853","title":"Reforming the composition of the boards of registrars of voters","description":"Relative to the composition of the boards of registrars of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H853","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001911,"bill_number":"H1168","title":"Relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care","description":"Relative to eliminating the health insurance referral requirement for certain specialty gynecological care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1168","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2001912,"bill_number":"H3873","title":"To amend the general officer designation in the state staff of the militia","description":"Relative to the general officer designation in the state staff of the militia. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3873","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2001913,"bill_number":"H1794","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1794","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001914,"bill_number":"H2868","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2868","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2001915,"bill_number":"H2730","title":"For balanced law enforcement representation to the POST Commission","description":"Relative to the membership of the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2730","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2001916,"bill_number":"H1278","title":"Relative to wheelchair repair requirements and consumer protection","description":"Relative to wheelchair warranty protections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4358","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2001917,"bill_number":"H1123","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1123","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001918,"bill_number":"H1830","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1830","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2001919,"bill_number":"H3742","title":"Promoting personal access of driving records","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3742","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001921,"bill_number":"H1352","title":"Establishing a prescription drug rebate program for seniors","description":"Relative to establishing a prescription drug rebate program for seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1352","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2001923,"bill_number":"H3301","title":"Further regulating access to public records","description":"Relative to further regulating access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3301","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2001924,"bill_number":"H3345","title":"Designating Blanding's 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5166","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3345","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2001925,"bill_number":"H1258","title":"Requiring coverage of medically necessary oral and dental care for head and neck cancer survivor","description":"Relative to coverage of medically necessary oral and dental care for head and neck cancer survivors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4553","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1258","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2001926,"bill_number":"H1836","title":"To require liability insurance for gun ownership","description":"For legislation to require liability insurance by gun owners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1836","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2001927,"bill_number":"H3704","title":"Allowing for temporary license plates","description":"Relative to temporary motor vehicle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3704","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001928,"bill_number":"H944","title":"Relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas","description":"Relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H944","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2001929,"bill_number":"H100","title":"Establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators","description":"Relative the inequity of digital access through the recruitment and implementation of digital navigators. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4596","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H100","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001930,"bill_number":"H87","title":"Creating a pilot program to explore digital innovation in government","description":"For legislation to establish and implement a pilot program to examine the use of blockchain technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H87/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H87","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2001931,"bill_number":"H468","title":"Making corrective changes to Chapter 112 of the General Laws","description":"Relative to the licensing of small appraisal companies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H468","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2001932,"bill_number":"H1532","title":"Establishing a commission to study the impact of shifting residential broker fees from tenants to landlords","description":"Relative to the impact of shifting residential broker fees from tenants to landlords. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1532","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001933,"bill_number":"H795","title":"Promoting infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes","description":"Relative to single-occupancy rooms in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H795","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2001934,"bill_number":"H3328","title":"Relative to virtual meetings of appointed statewide public bodies","description":"Relative to virtual meetings of appointed statewide public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3328","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2001935,"bill_number":"H3472","title":"Relative to reasonable municipal expense reimbursement","description":"By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day that the Energy Facilities Siting Board consider requests of municipalities for reimbursement of application expenses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3472","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001937,"bill_number":"H2278","title":"Relative to late fees and accrued interest on parking tickets","description":"Relative to late fees and accrued interest on parking tickets. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2278","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2001938,"bill_number":"H3878","title":"Relative to veteran disability benefits","description":"Relative to veteran disability benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5651 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3878","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2001939,"bill_number":"H969","title":"Relative to waste disposal","description":"Relative to illegally disposing of certain waste. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H969","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001940,"bill_number":"H2195","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2195","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001941,"bill_number":"H1938","title":"Enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals","description":"Relative to enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1938","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001942,"bill_number":"H2517","title":"To update postural screenings in schools","description":"Relative to postural screenings in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2517","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001943,"bill_number":"H3673","title":"Relative to interstate highway noise abatement in certain cities and towns","description":"By Representatives Gordon of Bedford and Haggerty of Woburn, a petition of Kenneth I. Gordon that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to conduct a comprehensive noise study along certain interstate highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3673","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001944,"bill_number":"H3427","title":"Designating Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution","description":"By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition of Erika Uyterhoeven for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart January 30 of each year as Fred Korematsu day of civil liberties and the Constitution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3427","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2001945,"bill_number":"H346","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4270","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H346","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2001946,"bill_number":"H1932","title":"Relative to the uniform voidable transactions act","description":"Relative to uniform voidable transactions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1932","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2001947,"bill_number":"H2061","title":"Updating hunter harassment laws","description":"For legislation to further regulate fines for the obstruction or interference with lawful taking of fish or wildlife. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2061","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2001948,"bill_number":"H1214","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1214","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2001949,"bill_number":"H1422","title":"Resolve providing for the study and investigation relative to expanding the in-state higher education tuition and fee waiver program","description":"Relative to expanding the in-state higher education tuition and fee waiver program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1422","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2001950,"bill_number":"H1485","title":"To promote affordable housing","description":"Relative to comprehensive housing needs assessment and the promotion of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1485","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001951,"bill_number":"H3069","title":"Relative to municipal senior property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans","description":"Relative to municipal senior property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3069","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001952,"bill_number":"H3099","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the establishment of a municipal option means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3099","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2001953,"bill_number":"H1290","title":"Relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments","description":"Relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1290","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2001955,"bill_number":"H1530","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1530","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001956,"bill_number":"H2034","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2034","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2001957,"bill_number":"H3423","title":"Relative to charter school procurement","description":"Relative to charter schools and the uniform procurement act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3423","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2001958,"bill_number":"H394","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H394","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001959,"bill_number":"H847","title":"Relative to election laws","description":"Relative to voter information provided by the State Secretary. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H847","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2001960,"bill_number":"H1271","title":"Relative to home owners insurance and funding repairs","description":"Relative to home owners insurance and funding repairs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1271","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2001961,"bill_number":"H2229","title":"To expand equity and access to patient centered care for substance abuse disorder","description":"For legislation to expand equity and access to patient centered care for substance abuse disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2229","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001962,"bill_number":"H1041","title":"To protect pollinators and public health","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1041","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001963,"bill_number":"H1590","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Eric J. Iwaniec","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Eric J. Iwaniec, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1590","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2001964,"bill_number":"H3129","title":"Aligning the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate","description":"Relative to the capital gains tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3129","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2001965,"bill_number":"H2326","title":"To prevent nonprofit institutions from avoiding wetlands or natural resource protections \r\nunder 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2326","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001966,"bill_number":"H2059","title":"Relative to eliminating cashless bail","description":"Relative to cashless bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2059","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2001967,"bill_number":"H459","title":"Enhancing podiatric profession's registration and oversight","description":"Relative to the board of registration in podiatry within the board of registration in medicine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H459","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001968,"bill_number":"H1630","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1630","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2001969,"bill_number":"H2524","title":"Protecting Norwood healthcare access","description":"By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition of John H. Rogers that the Department of Public Health be authorized and directed to maintain the provision of health care services in the towns of Norwood and Foxborough. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2524","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2001970,"bill_number":"H2643","title":"Relative to freedom to purchase lawful goods","description":"For legislation to further define assault-style firearms and to repeal the special legislative commission on firearm data. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2643","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2001971,"bill_number":"H1370","title":"Relative to Massachusetts primary care for you","description":"Relative to primary care and for the creation of a primary care council (including members of the General Court). Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1370","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2001972,"bill_number":"H2356","title":"Incentivizing inclusionary zoning","description":"Relative to local approval of inclusionary zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2356","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2001974,"bill_number":"H1948","title":"To protect nonhuman primate infants in research institutions and product testing facilities","description":"For legislation to protect nonhuman primate infants in research institutions and product testing facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1948","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2001975,"bill_number":"H2206","title":"Enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use","description":"For legislation to enable physician assistants to authorize psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2206","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2001976,"bill_number":"H2119","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"Relative to regulating the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4450","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2119","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001977,"bill_number":"H540","title":"Relative to charter school caps","description":"Relative to charter school caps. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H540","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2001978,"bill_number":"H2383","title":"Relative to social security numbers on death certificates","description":"Relative to social security numbers on death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2383","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2001979,"bill_number":"H1281","title":"Relative to the uniform special deposit","description":"Relative to uniform special deposits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1281","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2001980,"bill_number":"H918","title":"Protecting drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution","description":"For legislation to creation of a advisory panel (including members of the General Court) to investigate the scope and scale of sand mining and its current and potential impact on drinking water. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5267","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H918","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2001981,"bill_number":"H3828","title":"Resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on adoption","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3828","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2001982,"bill_number":"H3197","title":"Relative to the sustainability of the family child care sector","description":"Relative to tax credits for family child care. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3197","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2001983,"bill_number":"H3113","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3113","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2001984,"bill_number":"H1135","title":"For supportive care for serious mental illness","description":"Relative to healthcare insurance coverage for supportive care for serious mental illness. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4896","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1135","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2001985,"bill_number":"H1873","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1873","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2001986,"bill_number":"H2550","title":"Relative to culturally competent and effective health care","description":"Relative to the collection and publishing of physician workforce data concerning race, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual identity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4613","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2550","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2001988,"bill_number":"H3857","title":"Amending the definition of veteran","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3857","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2001989,"bill_number":"H490","title":"Preparing Massachusetts for the next economy","description":"Relative to the preparation of the built environment for the next economy, including an inventory of infrastructure, buildings, and land use regulations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H490","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2001990,"bill_number":"H1674","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1674","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2001991,"bill_number":"H2167","title":"Relative to wrongful discharge from employment","description":"Relative to wrongful discharge from employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2167","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2001992,"bill_number":"H1991","title":"Relative to abortion care for young people","description":"Relative to further regulating access to abortion care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1991","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2001993,"bill_number":"H2236","title":"Resolve relative to children’s mental health in social media","description":"By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition of Joshua Tarsky for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to promote safe social media use, identify best practices for social media platforms to safeguard children’s mental health, and develop guidelines for safe social media use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2236","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2001994,"bill_number":"H3257","title":"To give tax relief to parents with children in private schools","description":"For legislation to authorize real estate tax abatements to parents with children in private schools. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3257","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2001995,"bill_number":"H553","title":"Relative to public health transparency in schools","description":"Relative to online public health information transparency in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H553","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001996,"bill_number":"H1491","title":"Relative to CHAMP that will revert back to local residents receiving priority over applicants that have not been screened as emergency applicants","description":"Relative to statewide public housing applications and the centralized waitlist system. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1491","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2001997,"bill_number":"H464","title":"Warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves","description":"By Representative Sangiolo of Newton, a petition of Amy Mah Sangiolo, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and Patrick Joseph Kearney that gas stoves sold in the Commonwealth bear warning labels. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H464","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2001998,"bill_number":"H3293","title":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4620","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3293","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2001999,"bill_number":"H2212","title":"Relative to patient opioid notification","description":"Relative to the issuing of the initial prescription of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances or other opioid pain relievers. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2212","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002000,"bill_number":"H2357","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Sandwich","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos (by vote of the town) that the charter of the town of Sandwich to be amended to change the town clerk position from an appointed position to an elected position. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2357","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002001,"bill_number":"H1502","title":"Relative to home remodeling programs for seniors and people with disabilities","description":"By Representative Flanagan of Dennis, a petition of Christopher Richard Flanagan that the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities establish and operate a program to provide assistance to seniors and persons with disabilities to make accessibility modifications to primary residences. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1502","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2002002,"bill_number":"H1376","title":"Relative to the operating budgets of health care oversight agencies","description":"Relative to the operating budgets of health care oversight agencies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1376","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002003,"bill_number":"H1348","title":"To establish the Massachusetts loan loss guarantee program for community development financial institutions","description":"For legislation to establish a loan loss guarantee program within the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency for certain community development financial institutions and other nonprofit and non-traditional lenders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1348","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002004,"bill_number":"H1566","title":"Relative to residential assistance for families in transition (RAFT)","description":"By Representative Sousa of Framingham, a petition of Priscila S. Sousa that the the Department of Housing and Community Development administer residential assistance for families in transition homelessness prevention programs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1496","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1566","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002005,"bill_number":"H643","title":"Regional school transportation reimbursement bill","description":"Relative to regional school transportation reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H643","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2002006,"bill_number":"H1404","title":"To improve patient care through integrated electronic health records","description":"For legislation to establish integrated electronic health records. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1404","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2002007,"bill_number":"H3450","title":"To establish municipal access to utility poles located in municipal rights-of-way","description":"Relative to municipal access to utility poles located in municipal rights-of-way. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3450","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2002008,"bill_number":"H211","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H211","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002009,"bill_number":"H2862","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Howard S. Levine","description":"By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition of 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2862","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002010,"bill_number":"H586","title":"Relative to type 1 diabetes informational materials for the parents and guardians of students","description":"Relative to type 1 diabetes informational materials in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5092","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H586","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002011,"bill_number":"H2470","title":"Relative to the continuing education of podiatrists","description":"Relative to the continuing education of podiatrists. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2470","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002012,"bill_number":"H678","title":"To fix the chapter 70 inflation adjustment","description":"Relative to inflation adjustments for education aid. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H555","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H678","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002013,"bill_number":"H2329","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2329","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2002014,"bill_number":"H129","title":"Relative to the healthy incentives program","description":"Relative to establishing a healthy incentives program for the purpose of ensuring the needs of SNAP recipients and farmers. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H129","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002015,"bill_number":"H1542","title":"To study single-stair residential buildings","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study and define conditions under which single-stair multi-family residential buildings up to six stories shall be legalized. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4699","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1542","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2002016,"bill_number":"H3582","title":"To put a moratorium on new gas system expansion","description":"For legislation to establish a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3582","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002017,"bill_number":"H2752","title":"Relative to allowing police and fire to work beyond the mandatory retirement age","description":"Relative to allowing certain police officers and firefighters to work beyond the mandatory retirement age. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2752","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2002020,"bill_number":"H3110","title":"Combating offshore tax avoidance","description":"Relative to offshore taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5574","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3110","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002021,"bill_number":"H3319","title":"Relative to municipal lobbying","description":"For legislation to regulate municipal lobbying. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3319","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2002022,"bill_number":"H700","title":"To provide universal school meals to commonwealth virtual schools","description":"For legislation to provide universal school meals to commonwealth virtual schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H700","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2002023,"bill_number":"H3849","title":"To exclude Chapter 115 payments to veterans from gross household income calculation","description":"Relative to excluding certain health care cost payments to veterans from the gross household income calculation. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3849","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002024,"bill_number":"H192","title":"Relative to increased data collection","description":"Relative to increased data collection in research agenda of public health impacts of cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H192","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002025,"bill_number":"H3665","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3665","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002026,"bill_number":"H3120","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3120","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002027,"bill_number":"H1762","title":"For the removal of void restrictive covenants","description":"Relative to the removal of void restrictive covenants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1762","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002028,"bill_number":"H2457","title":"Relative to fentanyl testing","description":"Relative to fentanyl testing during certain urine drug screenings at acute care hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2457","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002029,"bill_number":"H3589","title":"Establishing a choreographer laureate of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a choreographer laureate of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5185","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3589","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2002030,"bill_number":"H318","title":"Relative to sales at retail","description":"Relative to sales at retail of meats, poultry and edible fish. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H318","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002031,"bill_number":"H1091","title":"Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1091","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002033,"bill_number":"H1312","title":"Relative to Insurance Coverage for Doula Services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for Doula Services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1312","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002034,"bill_number":"H1524","title":"Restoring the Commonwealth's public housing","description":"Relative to construction and development of state-aided or federally assisted public housing projects. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1524","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2002035,"bill_number":"H3058","title":"Enabling a local option empty homes tax on vacant units in residential buildings","description":"For legislation to establish a local option empty homes tax on vacant units in residential buildings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3058","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002036,"bill_number":"H822","title":"Relative to absentee voting","description":"Relative to absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H822","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2002038,"bill_number":"H3548","title":"Limiting the eligibility of woody biomass as an alternative energy supply","description":"Relative to limiting the eligibility of woody biomass as an alternative energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3548","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002039,"bill_number":"H436","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H343","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H436","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2002040,"bill_number":"H3614","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3614","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002041,"bill_number":"H372","title":"Authorizing an additional alcohol license in the town of Avon","description":"That the town of Avon be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H372","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002042,"bill_number":"H3191","title":"Relative to condominiums","description":"Relative to the taxation of condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3191","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2002043,"bill_number":"H1649","title":"Concerning furnishing transcripts of notes and fees","description":"Relative to furnishing transcripts of notes and fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1649","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002044,"bill_number":"H516","title":"Establishing employee screening requirements in schools to prevent child sexual abuse","description":"For legislation to establish employee screening requirements in schools to prevent child sexual abuse. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5146","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H516","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002046,"bill_number":"H2704","title":"Relative to the postpartum treatment of women in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to the postpartum treatment of women in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2704","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002047,"bill_number":"H1978","title":"To ensure the responsible use of advanced robotic technologies","description":"Relative to the responsible use of certain advanced robotic technologies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4637","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1978","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002048,"bill_number":"H171","title":"To modernize the cannabis regulatory environment","description":"Relative to the cannabis regulatory environment. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H171","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2002049,"bill_number":"H544","title":"To establish the Whole Child Grant Program","description":"Relative to a program to support the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of students and educators in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H544","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002050,"bill_number":"H3252","title":"Improving older adult tax relief to address the rising cost of homeownership","description":"Relative to property tax relief for older adults. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3252","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002052,"bill_number":"H1132","title":"Relative to external reviews and patient protection","description":"Relative to external reviews and patient protections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1132","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002053,"bill_number":"H2327","title":"Mitigating MBTA Communities funding impact for First Responders and Education","description":"Relative to funding for public safety and education for certain Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2327","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002054,"bill_number":"H523","title":"To achieve universal pre-kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish universal pre-kindergarten commission and dedicate funding for pre-kindergarten offerings. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H523","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002055,"bill_number":"H3076","title":"Relative to annual lists and manufacturing corporations","description":"Relative to annual lists and manufacturing corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3076","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002056,"bill_number":"H1353","title":"Resolve establishing a report to analyze long hospital stays","description":"By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others that the Health Policy Commission study acute care hospital stays that exceed 60 days. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1353","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002057,"bill_number":"H2264","title":"Relative to free parking for veterans","description":"Relative to free parking for veterans. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2264","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002058,"bill_number":"H1273","title":"Establishing uniform enforcement and confidentiality provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks","description":"For legislation to establish uniform enforcement and confidentiality provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1273","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2002062,"bill_number":"H2508","title":"Promoting best practices in youth athletic coaching","description":"Relative to promoting best practices in youth athletic coaching. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2508","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002063,"bill_number":"H429","title":"Regarding requirements for continuing education for electricians","description":"Relative to continuing education requirements for electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H429","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2002064,"bill_number":"H2842","title":"Providing equity and fairness to POST-certified police officers disabled by cardiac disease","description":"For legislation to add certain POST-certified police officers under the heart law presumption. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2842","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002065,"bill_number":"H3597","title":"To protect Native American heritage","description":"Relative to Native American heritage. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3597","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002066,"bill_number":"H3209","title":"Modernizing workforce opportunities for older workers","description":"Relative to workforce opportunities for older workers and the establishment of a tax credit for certain age-friendly employers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3209","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2002067,"bill_number":"H3355","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5169","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3355","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002068,"bill_number":"H1492","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1492","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2002069,"bill_number":"H2222","title":"Establishing a commission to study quality & accessibility to telehealth","description":"Relative to the quality and accessibility of telehealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2222","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2002070,"bill_number":"H3610","title":"Establishing a special commission on public waterway transportation","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission on public waterway transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3610","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002071,"bill_number":"H1772","title":"Providing protections against predatory guardianship","description":"For legislation to further regulate guardianship. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1772","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002073,"bill_number":"H1106","title":"Relative to home investments","description":"Relative to home investments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1106","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002074,"bill_number":"H2512","title":"Relative to truth in advertising","description":"Relative to truth in advertising by certain health care practitioners. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2512","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2002075,"bill_number":"H1190","title":"Relative to modern family building","description":"Relative to fertility diagnostic care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4550","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1190","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002076,"bill_number":"H2825","title":"Expanding access to retirement savings","description":"For legislation to expand access to retirement savings for certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2825","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2002077,"bill_number":"H1538","title":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law","description":"Relative to the establishment of a special commission to study condominium law. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1538","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002078,"bill_number":"H1409","title":"Relative to MassHealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate health care payments to nursing facilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1409","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002079,"bill_number":"H1084","title":"Relative to modernization of insurance laws","description":"Relative to the designation of beneficiaries for life insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1084","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002080,"bill_number":"H923","title":"Relative to reasonable Mass Wildlife Board expense reimbursement","description":"Relative to expense reimbursements for Mass Wildlife board members. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H923","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2002081,"bill_number":"H424","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4980","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H424","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002082,"bill_number":"H1251","title":"Relative to transportation network company fees","description":"Relative to transportation network company fees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1251","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002083,"bill_number":"H738","title":"Relative to civic test requirements for graduation","description":"Relative to requiring high school students to pass a civics test prior to graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H738","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002084,"bill_number":"H2105","title":"Creating fairness in workers' compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"Relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2105","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002085,"bill_number":"H607","title":"Relative to special education reimbursement programs","description":"For legislation to increase reimbursements for certain special education programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:25 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H607","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002086,"bill_number":"H1543","title":"Improving municipal access to general existing housing data","description":"For legislation to improve municipal access to general existing housing data. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1543","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002088,"bill_number":"H1407","title":"To ensure MassHealth rate parity for behavioral health inpatient providers","description":"Relative to MassHealth rate parity for behavioral health inpatient providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1407","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002089,"bill_number":"H3684","title":"Relative to container safety on roadways","description":"Relative to container safety on roadways. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3684","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002090,"bill_number":"H654","title":"Relative to special education reimbursement","description":"Relative to special education reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:25 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H654","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002091,"bill_number":"H1709","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1709","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002092,"bill_number":"H2616","title":"To establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Public Health and mandate window guards in residential homes AKA \"Zella Ray's Law\"","description":"Relative to window guards in residential homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2616","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002093,"bill_number":"H1083","title":"Providing mortgage customers additional mandatory information regarding their accounts","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1083","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002094,"bill_number":"H779","title":"To protect 340B providers in the MassHealth program","description":"Relative to hospital access to discounted purchase of prescription drugs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H779","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002095,"bill_number":"H396","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H396","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002096,"bill_number":"H3772","title":"Updating Massachusetts student transportation","description":"Relative to certain school transportation vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3772","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002097,"bill_number":"H3268","title":"Providing for certain sales and use tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to provide for certain sales and use tax exemptions for certain items for infants and children. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3268","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002098,"bill_number":"H3288","title":"Designating the month of October as adopt a shelter dog month","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers for the issuance by the Governor of an annual proclamation setting apart the month of October as adopt a shelter dog awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3288","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002099,"bill_number":"H2748","title":"Relative to option (D) beneficiaries","description":"Relative to option (D) survivor allowance beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2748","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002100,"bill_number":"H3454","title":"Relative to offshore wind","description":"Relative to offshore wind energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3454","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002101,"bill_number":"H2300","title":"Relative to local option for associate members of planning boards","description":"Relative to local option for associate members of planning boards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2300","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2002102,"bill_number":"H2091","title":"Protecting Massachusetts workers","description":"Relative to the verification of employment eligibility of employees through the federal employment authorization e-verify program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2091","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2002103,"bill_number":"H261","title":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults","description":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4852","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H261","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002104,"bill_number":"H812","title":"Relative to transparent political campaigning","description":"Relative to transparent political campaigning. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H812","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002105,"bill_number":"H2109","title":"Amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker","description":"Relative to the definitions of covered business entities and covered contract workers under paid family medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2109","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2002106,"bill_number":"H411","title":"Relative to national criminal background checks for section 12 and 15 licenses","description":"Relative to authorizing the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission to obtain national criminal background checks for certain felons applying for alcoholic beverage licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H411","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002107,"bill_number":"H2669","title":"Expanding hoisting examination opportunities for foreign language speakers","description":"For legislation to expand hoisting license examination opportunities for foreign language speakers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2669","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2002108,"bill_number":"H1606","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1606","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2002109,"bill_number":"H701","title":"Establishing a language education grant program","description":"Relative to increase access to language education through a grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H701","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2002110,"bill_number":"H3153","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5239","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3153","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002111,"bill_number":"H3720","title":"Relative to 2-person train crew size","description":"For legislation to require a minimum of 2 persons for the movement of certain freight trains. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5135","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3720","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002112,"bill_number":"H2202","title":"Creating parity for mental and behavioral health services","description":"Relative to mental and behavioral health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2202","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002113,"bill_number":"H2776","title":"Relative to municipal building officials","description":"Relative to retirement for municipal building officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2776","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002114,"bill_number":"H3759","title":"Creating Cold War veteran license plates","description":"By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition of Kelly W. Pease and John J. Marsi that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles create Cold War veteran license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3759","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2002115,"bill_number":"H773","title":"Relative to transparent name changes in nursing facilities","description":"Relative to transparent name changes in nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H773","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2002116,"bill_number":"H753","title":"Relative to school security","description":"Relative to the safety and security of school buildings and plans for emergency response to active shooter situations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H753","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002117,"bill_number":"H480","title":"Relative to supporting veterans organizations","description":"Relative to authorizing video gaming activities and certain veterans organizations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H480","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2002119,"bill_number":"H980","title":"Establishing a flood mitigation and preparedness program","description":"For legislation to establish a flood mitigation and preparedness program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H980","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002120,"bill_number":"H1979","title":"Prohibiting deception in juvenile interrogations","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of deception during juvenile custodial interrogations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1979","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002121,"bill_number":"H3406","title":"Relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector","description":"Relative to reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3406","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2002122,"bill_number":"H2895","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2895","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002123,"bill_number":"H897","title":"To overcome coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution","description":"Relative to coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1009","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H897","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2002124,"bill_number":"H214","title":"To lift kids out of deep poverty","description":"Relative to the payment standards for monthly benefits for parents with dependent children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H214","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002125,"bill_number":"H3458","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3458","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002126,"bill_number":"H2185","title":"To provide fair wages to employees of public institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to wages and benefits for employees of public institutions of higher education. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2185","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002127,"bill_number":"H1343","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5022","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1343","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2002128,"bill_number":"H1739","title":"Relative to the designation of jury clerk in the Haverhill District Court","description":"Relative to the designation of jury clerk in the Haverhill District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1739","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2002129,"bill_number":"H3863","title":"Relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits","description":"Relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3863","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002130,"bill_number":"H2551","title":"Relative to public health volunteer responders","description":"By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition of Andres X. Vargas that the Department of Public Health establish a registry of volunteer personnel to provide health, medical and other services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2551","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002131,"bill_number":"H1237","title":"To further enhance rate review examinations conducted by the health care access bureau within the division of insurance","description":"Relative to oversight of the small group and individual health insurance market. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4948","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1237","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2002132,"bill_number":"H2510","title":"To improve outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest","description":"For legislation to improve outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest by providing additional safeguards and resources. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2510","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002133,"bill_number":"H3281","title":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing","description":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3281","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2002134,"bill_number":"H2297","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2297","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002135,"bill_number":"H1458","title":"Relative to admissions requirements to institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to admissions requirements to public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1458","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002136,"bill_number":"H3523","title":"Relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated","description":"Relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated buildings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3523","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002137,"bill_number":"H1760","title":"To provide equitable sentencing for felony murder","description":"Relative to sentencing for felony murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4997","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1760","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002138,"bill_number":"H2077","title":"Requiring certain employers to establish and maintain a human resources department","description":"For legislation to require certain employers to establish and maintain a human resources department. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2077","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002139,"bill_number":"H363","title":"Clarifying telephone solicitation","description":"Relative to further regulating telephone solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H363","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002140,"bill_number":"H1432","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations and college credit","description":"Relative to advanced placement examinations and college credit. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1432","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2002141,"bill_number":"H521","title":"Relative to transparency and accountability in charter school finance","description":"Relative to transparency and accountability in charter school finances. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H521","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002142,"bill_number":"H2708","title":"Relative to registration of guns","description":"Relative to registration of guns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2708","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002143,"bill_number":"H776","title":"Relative to LGBT and HIV-positive seniors in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to racial and ethnic status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status of seniors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H776","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002144,"bill_number":"H3215","title":"Relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies","description":"Relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3215","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002146,"bill_number":"H762","title":"Relative to home care services","description":"Relative to home care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5612","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H762","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002147,"bill_number":"H2450","title":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","description":"For legislation to protect public health from PFAS. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4870","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2450","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2002148,"bill_number":"H2017","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2017","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002150,"bill_number":"H950","title":"Governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H950","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002151,"bill_number":"H828","title":"Proposed ordinance D-FY22-009: Bridgewater town charter article III, elected officials recall provision","description":"That the town of Bridgewater be authorized to hold recall elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H828","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2002152,"bill_number":"H1443","title":"Relative to higher education tuition and fee waivers for seniors","description":"Relative to higher education tuition and fee waivers for seniors. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1443","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002153,"bill_number":"H2870","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2870","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002154,"bill_number":"H1142","title":"To promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement","description":"Relative to reimbursements for patient care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4618","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1142","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2002155,"bill_number":"H2985","title":"Authorizing Stephen Justice 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 Stephen Justice 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2985","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002156,"bill_number":"H1067","title":"Advancing water access equity through utility reporting requirement","description":"Relative to water access equity through utility reporting requirements. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1067","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002157,"bill_number":"H481","title":"To encourage capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate category 2 sports wagering licenses. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5269","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H481","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002158,"bill_number":"H1670","title":"Relative to the repeal or reform of certain unenforceable or unconstitutional archaic laws on religion, piety, and morality","description":"Relative to the repeal or reform of certain archaic laws on religion, piety, and morality. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1670","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2002159,"bill_number":"H1270","title":"Protecting seniors and adults with disabilities from financial exploitation","description":"For legislation to protect seniors and adults with disabilities from financial exploitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1110","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1270","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2002160,"bill_number":"H2697","title":"Relative to public safety around hospitals with air emergency helipads","description":"Relative to aircraft flight training maneuver public safety around hospitals with air emergency helipads. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2697","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2002161,"bill_number":"H3435","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne","description":"By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain easements to the town of Bourne for subsurface waterline purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4364","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3435","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002162,"bill_number":"H1359","title":"Relative to capping the price of epinephrine","description":"Relative to the price of epinephrine. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1359","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002163,"bill_number":"H1845","title":"Relative to GPS tampering","description":"Relative to GPS tampering. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4860","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1845","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2002164,"bill_number":"H1559","title":"To maintain stable housing for families with pets","description":"Relative to the rights of certain families with pets. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1559","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002165,"bill_number":"H714","title":"To study raising the Chapter 70 inflation cap","description":"For legislation to study the fiscal, economic, and educational impact of raising the foundation budget inflation cap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H555","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H714","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002166,"bill_number":"H2190","title":"Relative to sexual harassment workplace training","description":"Relative to employer policies and training to prevent unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5023","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2190","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002167,"bill_number":"H3511","title":"Relative to lithium-ion batteries","description":"For legislation to establish within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs a lithium-ion car vehicle battery advisory group. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3511","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002168,"bill_number":"H2749","title":"Relative to the town of Plymouth Harbormaster employees","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain employees of the harbormaster division of the police department of the town of Plymouth. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2749","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2002169,"bill_number":"H777","title":"Supporting seniors' financial stability","description":"By Representatives Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose and Stanley of Waltham, a petition of Kate Lipper-Garabedian, Thomas M. Stanley and Patricia D. Jehlen that the Office of the State Treasurer be authorized to establish a curriculum to support seniors’ financial literacy. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4303","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H777","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002170,"bill_number":"H1007","title":"To provide for housing within the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest","description":"For legislation to provide for residency in the existing house within the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1007","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2002171,"bill_number":"H887","title":"Relative to on-site sewage disposal systems","description":"Relative to on-site sewage disposal systems. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H887","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002172,"bill_number":"H729","title":"Relative to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to further regulate the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H729","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002173,"bill_number":"H2566","title":"Relative to mobile amusement equipment restraints","description":"Relative to mobile amusement equipment restraints. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2566","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002174,"bill_number":"H1059","title":"Relative to fisheries conservation gear grant program","description":"By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition of Jeffrey Rosario Turco that the Division of Marine Fisheries establish a program for commercial fishing gear. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1059","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2002175,"bill_number":"H2681","title":"Relative to Constitutional rights","description":"Relative to protecting the rights of lawful gun owners. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2681","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002176,"bill_number":"H530","title":"Requiring opioid use disorder education","description":"Relative to opioid use disorder education. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H530","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2002177,"bill_number":"H2986","title":"Authorizing Javier Vargas 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 Javier Vargas 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2986","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002178,"bill_number":"H3618","title":"Regulating the flight of unmanned aircraft/drones in the airspace over all early, elementary and secondary education facilities in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the flight of unmanned aircraft drones in the airspace over early, elementary and secondary educational facilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3618","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002180,"bill_number":"H1811","title":"Requiring clean slate automated record sealing","description":"Relative to automated record sealing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1811","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2002182,"bill_number":"H3657","title":"Relative to eligibility for veteran license plates","description":"Relative to eligibility for veteran license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3657","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002183,"bill_number":"H427","title":"Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact","description":"Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H427","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002184,"bill_number":"H2261","title":"Ending the criminalization of homelessness","description":"Relative to the criminalization of homelessness. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2261","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2002185,"bill_number":"H3786","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates","description":"By Representative Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and Steven George Xiarhos that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3793","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3786","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002186,"bill_number":"H1703","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1703","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2002187,"bill_number":"H2735","title":"Establishing a fund for the care of retired police dogs","description":"Relative to establishing a fund for the care of retired police dogs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2735","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002188,"bill_number":"H1796","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"For legislation to further regulate rent escrow. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1796","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002189,"bill_number":"H1456","title":"Relative to community colleges and the career technical initiative","description":"Relative to community colleges and the career technical initiative. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1456","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002190,"bill_number":"H231","title":"To establish an acquired brain injury advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish an acquired brain injury advisory board (including members of the General Court) to review, advise and report on services, supports and public policy for individuals with acquired brain injuries and their families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H231","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2002191,"bill_number":"H3835","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3835","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002192,"bill_number":"H2472","title":"Protecting patient safety regarding non-FDA approved drugs","description":"Relative to the distribution of compounded medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2472","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002193,"bill_number":"H1218","title":"Relative to access to health care","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for stuttering speech therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5019","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1218","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002194,"bill_number":"H3304","title":"Relative to making Election Day a state holiday","description":"Relative to making Presidential election days state holidays. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3304","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002195,"bill_number":"H3638","title":"Relative to fare equity","description":"By Representatives Consalvo of Boston and MacGregor of Boston, a petition of Rob Consalvo, William F. MacGregor and Michelle Wu that the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority designate all commuter rail stations in the city of Boston as Zone 1A to promote fare equity. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3638","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2002196,"bill_number":"H1434","title":"Establishing the public higher education contingent faculty reform pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a public higher education contingent faculty reform pilot program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4881","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1434","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002197,"bill_number":"H3156","title":"To increase the income limit for Clause 41A, Senior Tax Deferral Program in Ipswich","description":"That the town of Ipswich be authorized to increase income limits for the real property senior tax deferral program in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3156","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2002198,"bill_number":"H579","title":"Relative to teaching certification","description":"Relative to teaching certification for persons with certain disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H579","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002199,"bill_number":"H2601","title":"Promoting passenger safety on motorcoaches","description":"Relative to passenger safety on motorcoaches. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2601","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002200,"bill_number":"H1252","title":"Relative to gender identity in insurance","description":"Relative to gender identity in insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1252","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002201,"bill_number":"H2192","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2192","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002202,"bill_number":"H121","title":"Relative to urban farmland","description":"Relative to the conversion of vacant lots to farms, community gardens, and other agricultural enterprises in environmental justice populations. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4855","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H121","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2002203,"bill_number":"H3154","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for and to regulate the donation of food to persons in need. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3154","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002204,"bill_number":"H2980","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for county correctional nurses","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for county correctional nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2980","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002205,"bill_number":"H3364","title":"Relative to online posting of CMRs","description":"Relative to the online posting of Commonwealth of Massachusetts Regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3364","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002206,"bill_number":"H289","title":"Establishing a special commission to study women and homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study women and homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H289","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002207,"bill_number":"H2302","title":"To expand designation of priority development sites","description":"For legislation to expand designation of priority development sites. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2302","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2002208,"bill_number":"H2492","title":"Require a suitable ride home from the hospital for all cognitively impaired discharges","description":"Relative to transportation from medical centers for cognitively impaired discharges. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2492","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2002209,"bill_number":"H1997","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1997","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002210,"bill_number":"H3872","title":"Expanding the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate","description":"Relative to the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3872","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2002211,"bill_number":"H3348","title":"Establishing the executive office of structural racism","description":"Relative to establishing the executive office of structural racism. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3348","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002213,"bill_number":"H3084","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 increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3084","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2002214,"bill_number":"H1884","title":"Improving juror compensation","description":"Relative to the amount of funds expended for juror compensation and reimbursement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1884","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2002215,"bill_number":"H3590","title":"Relative to the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5186","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3590","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002216,"bill_number":"H2788","title":"Relative to certain licensed pipefitters and refrigeration technicians","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain licensed pipefitters and refrigeration technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2788","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2002217,"bill_number":"H1042","title":"Relative to the Quabbin Watershed and regional equity","description":"For legislation to establish the the Quabbin host community trust fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1042","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2002218,"bill_number":"H1416","title":"To advance health equity","description":"For legislation to establish the executive office of health equity and for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to health inequities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1416","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002219,"bill_number":"H2165","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2165","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2002220,"bill_number":"H3249","title":"Relative to creating manufacturing and economic development in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a high school trade partnership program and to provide tax credits for money expended for said program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3249","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2002221,"bill_number":"H1573","title":"Relative to short term rental inspections","description":"Relative to short term rental inspections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1573","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002222,"bill_number":"H689","title":"To remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning","description":"Relative to the implementation of social and emotional learning curricula in middle and high school athletic programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H689","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2002223,"bill_number":"H3199","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3199","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002224,"bill_number":"H933","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"Relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H933","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002225,"bill_number":"H3771","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"Relative to the used vehicle record book. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3771","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002226,"bill_number":"H2262","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"By Representative Donaghue of Westborough, a petition of Kate Donaghue (by vote of the town) that town of Southborough be authorized to issue bonds or notes for the purpose of funding its portion of the unfunded pension liability of the Worcester regional retirement system. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2262","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2002227,"bill_number":"H2228","title":"Providing appropriate care for certain populations","description":"For legislation to create forensic units in certain hospitalization settings. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2228","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002228,"bill_number":"H3203","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3203","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002229,"bill_number":"H3371","title":"Relative to public construction certification","description":"Relative to public construction certification. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3371","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2002230,"bill_number":"H1283","title":"Relative to real estate disclosure forms","description":"Relative to real estate disclosure forms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1283","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2002231,"bill_number":"H2374","title":"Relative to burial assistance","description":"Relative to burial assistance from the Department of Public Welfare. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2374","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2002232,"bill_number":"H999","title":"Establishing a deer population control commission","description":"Relative to deer population control. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5145","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H999","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2002233,"bill_number":"H1774","title":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture improvements","description":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture improvements under the controlled substances law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1774","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002234,"bill_number":"H1603","title":"Providing equity within the Judicial Branch","description":"Relative to adjusting the salaries of certain judicial branch employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5055","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1603","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002235,"bill_number":"H3521","title":"Maximizing and optimizing small-scale assets in communities","description":"Relative to the distribution of energy resources in communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3521","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002236,"bill_number":"H175","title":"Adding retail drive-up curbside pickup for marijuana establishments","description":"For legislation to authorize retail drive-up curbside pickup for the sale of medical and recreational marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H175","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2002237,"bill_number":"H1131","title":"Expanding access to mental health services","description":"Relative to expanding access to coverage for certain mental health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4895","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1131","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002238,"bill_number":"H2904","title":"Authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"Relative to authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2904","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2002240,"bill_number":"H2274","title":"Authorizing remote participation at town meeting","description":"Relative to authorizing any town meeting to be held through remote participation or a hybrid of in-person and remote participation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2274","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002241,"bill_number":"H2101","title":"To enforce laws protecting worksite safety","description":"For legislation to enforce laws protecting worksite safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2101","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002242,"bill_number":"H3846","title":"In furtherance of the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people","description":"Relative to reviving, continuing and further regulating the citizens commission established (under Chapter 322 of the Acts of 2018) concerning a Constitutional amendment to secure government of the people. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3846","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002243,"bill_number":"H77","title":"Fostering artificial intelligence responsibility","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of artificial intelligence. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H77/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H77","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2002245,"bill_number":"H291","title":"Establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition of Steven Ultrino 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H291","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002246,"bill_number":"H1985","title":"Relative to civil commitments and the appeal of those commitments","description":"Relative to civil commitments and the appeal of those commitments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1985","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2002247,"bill_number":"H3611","title":"Further regulating junior operator licenses","description":"Relative to further regulating the issuance of licenses to junior operators of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3611","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002248,"bill_number":"H3081","title":"Establishing a tax exemption for pension income for certain senior citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing tax exemptions for pension income for certain senior citizens of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3081","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2002249,"bill_number":"H152","title":"To study the impacts of cannabis","description":"Relative to cannabis consumption. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H152","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002250,"bill_number":"H2755","title":"Relative to post retirement earnings and hours limitations for certain professional services","description":"Relative to post retirement earnings and hours limitations for certain professional services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2755","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2002251,"bill_number":"H2567","title":"Relative to jet ski safety","description":"For legislation to require safety training for operators of jet skis, surf jets or wetbikes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2567","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002252,"bill_number":"H2840","title":"Relative to 911 emergency communicators","description":"For legislation to include 911 emergency communicators in the heart law, so-called. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2840","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2002253,"bill_number":"H3818","title":"Relative to the air medal license plate","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue a distinctive emblem to be affixed to \"veteran\" plates which identifies the owner as a recipient of the air medal. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3818","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002254,"bill_number":"H725","title":"Teaching anti-racism in Massachusetts schools","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission on anti-racist education to develop anti-racist curriculum for the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H725","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002256,"bill_number":"H2315","title":"Relative to municipal publication of zoning by-law procedures","description":"Relative to procedures for publication of municipal zoning by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2315","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002257,"bill_number":"H670","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H670","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2002258,"bill_number":"H2372","title":"Relative to collaborative drug therapy management optimization","description":"Relative to collaborative drug therapy management optimization. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2372","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002259,"bill_number":"H3037","title":"To allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change","description":"For legislation to allow taxpayers to voluntarily contribute all or part of tax refunds to countries vulnerable to climate change. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3037","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002260,"bill_number":"H1152","title":"Relative to the licensure of automobile damage appraisers","description":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle damage appraisers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1152","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002261,"bill_number":"H2481","title":"Prohibiting the sale of dextromethorphan to minors","description":"Relative to prohibiting the sale of dextromethorphan to minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2481","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2002262,"bill_number":"H2082","title":"Relative to contractor accountability","description":"Relative to accountability in labor and services provided by contractors and subcontractors in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2082","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002263,"bill_number":"H587","title":"To require mandatory training on microaggressions and implicit bias for staff members teaching extracurricular activities","description":"For legislation to require mandatory training on microaggressions and implicit bias for staff members teaching extracurricular activities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H587","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002264,"bill_number":"H3362","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5169","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3362","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002265,"bill_number":"H355","title":"Relative to animal telehealth","description":"Relative to animal telehealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H355","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002266,"bill_number":"H960","title":"Relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste","description":"Relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H960","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002267,"bill_number":"H1101","title":"Relative to consumer deductibles","description":"Relative to consumer deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1101","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002268,"bill_number":"H555","title":"Establishing a legislative commission to study and make recommendations regarding the chapter 70 funding formula","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to conduct a study and make recommendations on the chapter 70 funding formula. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H555","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2002269,"bill_number":"H922","title":"Relative to greywater recycling","description":"For legislation to establish plumbing code regulations that provide building owners with guidelines for reusing greywater for toilet flushing and subsurface irrigation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H922","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002270,"bill_number":"H158","title":"For cannabis market modernization","description":"Relative to modernization of the cannabis market. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H158","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2002271,"bill_number":"H1500","title":"Addressing affordable housing","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1500","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002272,"bill_number":"H1835","title":"Supporting consenting young adults","description":"Relative to the penalties for violations of age of consent laws for young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1835","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002273,"bill_number":"H2084","title":"For a minimum hourly health improvement wage","description":"Relative to establishing minimum hourly health improvement wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2084","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002274,"bill_number":"H1169","title":"Relative to colon cancer under the age of 50 years of age, prevalence, screening and insurance coverage and care in the Commonwealth aka Martha's Bill","description":"Relative to colon cancer under the age of 50 years of age, prevalence, screening and insurance coverage and care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1169","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002275,"bill_number":"H2670","title":"Establishing a peace officer oath","description":"Relative to establishing a peace officer oath. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2670","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2002277,"bill_number":"H1395","title":"To provide retirement security to care workers","description":"Relative to authorizing the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Department of Early Education and Care to establish an individual retirement account program for personal care attendants. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1395","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2002278,"bill_number":"H813","title":"Expanding democratic participation","description":"For legislation to allow persons sixteen or seventeen years of age to vote in local elections and presidential primaries. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H813","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002279,"bill_number":"H835","title":"Amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton","description":"That the city of Easthampton be authorized to amend the charter of said city relative to ranked choice voting. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H835","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002280,"bill_number":"H301","title":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities","description":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H301","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002281,"bill_number":"H1773","title":"Prohibiting motor vehicle tracking devices without consent","description":"Relative to prohibiting motor vehicle tracking devices without consent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1773","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002282,"bill_number":"H247","title":"Updating the juvenile justice policy and data board","description":"For legislation to further regulate the juvenile justice policy and data board. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4417","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H247","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002283,"bill_number":"H2875","title":"Relative to a universal sick leave bank policy","description":"Relative to a universal sick leave bank policy for state agencies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2875","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002284,"bill_number":"H2666","title":"Relative to preserving the ancient privileges of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2666","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002285,"bill_number":"H3604","title":"Relative to 988 Samaritan suicide prevention signs on bridges of the commonwealth","description":"Relative to 988 Samaritan suicide prevention signs on bridges. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3604","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002286,"bill_number":"H524","title":"To require school attendance up to age 18 or until graduation","description":"Relative to requiring school attendance up to age 18 or until graduation. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H524","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002287,"bill_number":"H2911","title":"Relative to veteran buy backs","description":"Relative to applications for public employee retirement system creditable service buy backs for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2911","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002288,"bill_number":"H683","title":"Relative to inflation adjustments for education aid","description":"Relative to inflation adjustments for education aid. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H683","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002289,"bill_number":"H1266","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1266","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002290,"bill_number":"H212","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H212","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002291,"bill_number":"H1953","title":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture","description":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002292,"bill_number":"H648","title":"Relative to school operational efficiency","description":"Relative to school operational efficiency. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H648","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002293,"bill_number":"H563","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H563","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002294,"bill_number":"H3102","title":"Expanding the senior property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the senior property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3102","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002295,"bill_number":"H3811","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3811","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2002296,"bill_number":"H819","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H819","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002297,"bill_number":"H1561","title":"Requiring notice to landlords relating to gas or electric shutoffs","description":"Relative to requiring notices to landlords relating to gas or electric shutoffs. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1561","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002298,"bill_number":"H2912","title":"Further regulating the retirement benefits of certain public safety employees","description":"For legislation to further regulate the retirement benefits of certain public safety employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2912","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002299,"bill_number":"H1033","title":"Responding to the threat of invasive species","description":"Relative to the threat of invasive species. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1033","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002300,"bill_number":"H3463","title":"To restore the environmental fund","description":"For legislation to restore the clean environmental fund using revenue from unclaimed bottle deposits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3463","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2002301,"bill_number":"H1297","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1297","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002302,"bill_number":"H3320","title":"Designating the Black Swallowtail as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts official butterfly \r\nin honor of William P. Callahan III","description":"For legislation to designating the Black Swallowtail as the official butterfly of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3320","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2002303,"bill_number":"H3741","title":"Establishing an emergency responder yellow dot program","description":"By Representative McKenna of Sutton, a petition of Joseph D. McKenna that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to establish an emergency responder yellow dot program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3741","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2002304,"bill_number":"H1021","title":"Relative to local protection of water resources from nutrient pollution","description":"Relative to local protection of water resources from nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1021","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002305,"bill_number":"H2628","title":"Relative to arson investigators","description":"Relative to arson investigators. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2628","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002306,"bill_number":"H3136","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3136","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002308,"bill_number":"H1388","title":"Extend nursing home resident overnights with their family from 10 to 14","description":"By Representative Marsi of Dudley, a petition of John J. Marsi that the maximum temporary absence for nonmedical leave paid for by MassHealth be increased from ten days to fourteen days. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1388","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2002309,"bill_number":"H1895","title":"Relative to summary process","description":"Relative to summary process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1895","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2002310,"bill_number":"H2872","title":"Relative to pension parity","description":"For legislation relative to pension parity. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2872","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002311,"bill_number":"H2305","title":"Reforming the MBTA Communities Act","description":"Relative to the MBTA Communities Act. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2305","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002312,"bill_number":"H3026","title":"Allowing the town of Williamstown to expand financial eligibility for senior property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Williamstown be authorized to expand financial eligibility for the senior property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3026","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2002313,"bill_number":"H1920","title":"Relative to combating hate in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to combating hate in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1920","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2002314,"bill_number":"H2999","title":"Relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees","description":"Relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2999","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002315,"bill_number":"H371","title":"Relative to local boards of health and the sale of legal consumer products in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to bans on the sale of legal consumer products by local boards of health. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H371","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002316,"bill_number":"H1009","title":"To overcome coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution","description":"Relative to coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1009","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2002317,"bill_number":"H2373","title":"Relative to medical records requests","description":"Relative to medical records requests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2373","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2002318,"bill_number":"H3227","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to taxation of bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3227","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002320,"bill_number":"H1575","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1575","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002321,"bill_number":"H1472","title":"Relative to increasing affordable and public housing options","description":"Relative to affordable and public housing options. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4694","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1472","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002322,"bill_number":"H2714","title":"Reducing red flag reporters","description":"Relative to red flag reporters for extreme risk protection orders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2714","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2002323,"bill_number":"H2988","title":"Authorizing Freddy Castaneda 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 Freddy Castaneda to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2988","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002324,"bill_number":"H3827","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 Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on adoption","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3827","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002325,"bill_number":"H1802","title":"Addressing squatter’s rights","description":"Relative to squatter’s rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1802","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002326,"bill_number":"H3709","title":"To remove tolls","description":"For legislation to remove tolls. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5144","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3709","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002327,"bill_number":"H1025","title":"Addressing noise issues of migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings","description":"For legislation to regulate migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1025","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2002328,"bill_number":"H1366","title":"To protect medically fragile children","description":"For legislation to further regulate the criteria for continuous skilled nursing services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1366","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002329,"bill_number":"H2630","title":"Relative to primary enforcement of seatbelt violations","description":"Relative to primary enforcement of seatbelt violations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2630","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002330,"bill_number":"H841","title":"Granting the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"Relative to the eligible age for voting in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H841","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002331,"bill_number":"H3272","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"Relative to senior property tax deferral. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3272","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002332,"bill_number":"H2778","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2778","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002333,"bill_number":"H2787","title":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees","description":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2787","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002334,"bill_number":"H2096","title":"Relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations","description":"Relative to workplace safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4449","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2096","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002335,"bill_number":"H1501","title":"To improve municipal equity within the emergency assistance shelter program","description":"For legislation to improve municipal equity within the emergency assistance shelter program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1501","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002336,"bill_number":"H3264","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3264","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002337,"bill_number":"H2572","title":"Updating emergency management","description":"For legislation to further regulate emergency management. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2572","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002339,"bill_number":"H2855","title":"To exempt the Executive Director of the Municipal Police Training Committee from earnings limitations","description":"For legislation to exempt the executive director of the Municipal Police Training Committee from earnings limitations. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2855","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002340,"bill_number":"H1034","title":"Restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws","description":"Relative to restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1034","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002341,"bill_number":"H803","title":"Relative to candidate information on ballots","description":"Relative to candidate information on ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H803","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002342,"bill_number":"H1740","title":"To simplify the administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information","description":"Relative to the use of medical information as evidence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1740","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2002343,"bill_number":"H734","title":"Fulfilling the promise of education reform","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to be known as the promise commission to conduct an ongoing study of all matters concerning education in the 21st century. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H734","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002344,"bill_number":"H2953","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of David Patterson, a police officer in the of Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to direct the State Retirement Board to retire David Patterson, a member of the Department of State Police, at the regular rate of compensation. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2953","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002345,"bill_number":"H970","title":"Relative to septic installers","description":"Relative to the installation of septic tank pipes. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H970","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002347,"bill_number":"H1337","title":"Relative to opioid use disorder treatment and rehabilitation coverage","description":"Relative to opioid use disorder treatment and rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4958","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1337","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002348,"bill_number":"H1130","title":"Relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients","description":"Relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5017","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1130","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002349,"bill_number":"H1868","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1868","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2002350,"bill_number":"H1855","title":"For uniform fiduciary access to digital assets","description":"Relative to uniform fiduciary access to digital assets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4639","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1855","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002351,"bill_number":"H3854","title":"Establishing a Vietnam War commemoration fund","description":"Relative to establishing a Vietnam War commemoration fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3854","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002352,"bill_number":"H2692","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5491","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2692","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2002353,"bill_number":"H3675","title":"Relative to the move over law","description":"For legislation to further regulate lane changes when approaching a stationary emergency response vehicle, highway maintenance vehicle or recovery vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3675","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2002354,"bill_number":"H2584","title":"To improve public safety and security","description":"Relative to the establishment of a state immigration processing and waiver office to improve public safety and security. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2584","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002355,"bill_number":"H1471","title":"Promoting geographic equity in state-funded housing development","description":"Relative to geographic equity in state-funded housing development. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1471","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002356,"bill_number":"H2381","title":"Relative to creating accessible CNA training","description":"For legislation further regulating the training of certain employees of long term care facilities who provides nursing care. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2381","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002357,"bill_number":"H1047","title":"Requiring nonlead ammunition when taking wildlife","description":"Relative to requiring lead free ammunition when taking wildlife. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1047","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2002358,"bill_number":"H1495","title":"Providing for energy assistance during the summer months","description":"For legislation to authorize an extreme heat energy assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1495","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002359,"bill_number":"H1777","title":"Relative to expanding protections against incest","description":"Relative to expanding protections against incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1777","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002360,"bill_number":"H260","title":"To study the role of resettlement agencies in the successful integration of new arrivals in the Commonwealth","description":"By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf that the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities conduct a study on the state of immigrant and refugee resettlement infrastructure in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5240 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H260","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2002361,"bill_number":"H861","title":"Authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens residing in Sharon","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to grant local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H861","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002362,"bill_number":"H687","title":"Ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education","description":"Relative to ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H687","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002363,"bill_number":"H444","title":"Enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox","description":"Relative to enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H444","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002365,"bill_number":"H2978","title":"Relative to accidental disability retirement for police officers and firefighters","description":"Relative to accidental disability retirement for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2940","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2978","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2002366,"bill_number":"H1294","title":"Relative to ATM receipts","description":"Relative to ATM receipts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1294","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002367,"bill_number":"H2447","title":"Authorizing a 90-day supply of medically necessary testosterone therapy medication","description":"Relative to prescriptions for testosterone therapy medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2447","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002368,"bill_number":"H736","title":"To establish de-escalation training in student transportation","description":"Relative to providing for de-escalation tactics and techniques approved by the Commissioner of Education for school bus operators. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H736","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002369,"bill_number":"H538","title":"Regarding school regionalization","description":"Relative to regional schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H538","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2002370,"bill_number":"H3059","title":"Promoting estate tax fairness","description":"Relative to the taxation of transfers of certain estates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3059","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002372,"bill_number":"H711","title":"Enabling all students to thrive: protecting a high quality, diverse educator workforce","description":"Relative to public school teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H711","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002376,"bill_number":"H2622","title":"Relative to liquid or gas flammable material spills on public ways","description":"Relative to liquid or gas flammable material spills on public ways. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2622","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002377,"bill_number":"H378","title":"For the protection and privacy of social care information","description":"Relative to the protection and privacy of information about an individual’s social needs. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H378","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002378,"bill_number":"H3485","title":"Relative to tow lien reform","description":"Relative to tow lien reform. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3485","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2002379,"bill_number":"H2239","title":"Relative to ensuring the privacy of the residents living in sober homes","description":"Relative to addresses of sober homes. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2239","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002380,"bill_number":"H1226","title":"Relative to secure choice retirement savings plan","description":"For legislation to establish secure choice retirement savings plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1226","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2002381,"bill_number":"H191","title":"Relative to limiting the potency of THC products","description":"Relative to the THC potency limits for recreational cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H191","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002382,"bill_number":"H1665","title":"Related to Down syndrome","description":"Relative to performing or attempting to perform abortions sought because of Down syndrome. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1665","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2002383,"bill_number":"H3690","title":"Limiting motor vehicle dealer documentation fees","description":"For legislation to limit motor vehicle dealer documentation fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3690","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002384,"bill_number":"H708","title":"Requiring a mental health wellness examination for all school children","description":"Relative to requiring a mental health wellness examination for all school children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H708","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002385,"bill_number":"H3764","title":"Allowing blood types to be printed on licenses to operate motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to print blood types on licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3764","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2002386,"bill_number":"H2422","title":"Relative to Parkinson's Disease public awareness and education","description":"By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2422","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002387,"bill_number":"H2894","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2894","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2002388,"bill_number":"H764","title":"Boosting flu prevention for seniors","description":"Relative to flu prevention for seniors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H760","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H764","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002389,"bill_number":"H1969","title":"Concerning assault of a sports official","description":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1969","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002390,"bill_number":"H3074","title":"Protecting youth from nicotine addiction","description":"Relative to the excise tax on cigarettes, cigars, and smoking tobacco. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3074","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002391,"bill_number":"H1826","title":"Relative to the transfer of the Victim Compensation Fund","description":"Relative to the Victim Compensation Fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1826","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002392,"bill_number":"H1793","title":"Relative to fetal homicide","description":"Relative to providing for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1793","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002393,"bill_number":"H872","title":"Further regulating the recall of elected officials in the town of Pembroke","description":"For legislation to further regulate the recall of elected officials in the town of Pembroke. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H872","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002394,"bill_number":"H2663","title":"Relative to the internal benefits of public safety telecommunicators","description":"For legislation relative to the internal benefits of public safety telecommunicators. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2663","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2002395,"bill_number":"H3103","title":"To further lead remediation in rental housing by increasing the deleading credit","description":"Relative to rental housing deleading income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3103","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002396,"bill_number":"H2558","title":"Relative to prescription eyewear","description":"Relative to licensed physicians or registered optometrists registered to issue written prescriptions for eyeglasses or contact lenses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2558","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002397,"bill_number":"H629","title":"Expanding student access to the state seal of biliteracy","description":"Relative to expanding student access to the state seal of biliteracy for students who have attained a high level of proficiency in English. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4671","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H629","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002398,"bill_number":"H1239","title":"Protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation","description":"Relative to the financial exploitation of adults. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1239","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2002399,"bill_number":"H1792","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1792","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002400,"bill_number":"H1429","title":"Promoting an adjunct bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a faculty restoration and equity fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4881","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1429","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2002401,"bill_number":"H2041","title":"To protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders","description":"For legislation to protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4999","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2041","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002402,"bill_number":"H3509","title":"Relative to automatic re-enrollment in the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)","description":"Relative to automatic re-enrollment in the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3509","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002403,"bill_number":"H3660","title":"Relative to construction zone speed control systems","description":"Relative to construction zone speed control systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3660","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002404,"bill_number":"H3619","title":"Relative to require enhanced training for distracted driving offenders","description":"Relative to requiring enhanced training for distracted driving offenders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3619","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002406,"bill_number":"H2820","title":"Streamlining state employee collective bargaining","description":"Relative to state employee collective bargaining. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2820","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002407,"bill_number":"H1178","title":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","description":"For legislation to authorize insurance coverage for prosthetic devices and orthotic devices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4549","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1178","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002408,"bill_number":"H3687","title":"Relative to vehicle inspection exemptions for vintage automobiles 45 years or older","description":"Relative to exempting certain antique cars from the annual vehicle safety inspection program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3679","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3687","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002409,"bill_number":"H2027","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"Relative to electronic privacy under certain search warrants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2027","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002410,"bill_number":"H2695","title":"Relative to creating a voluntary do-not-sell list","description":"Relative to a voluntary do-not-sell list for firearms purchases. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2695","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002411,"bill_number":"H2865","title":"Relative to teacher’s retirement buyback for former parochial school teachers","description":"Relative to teacher’s retirement buyback for former parochial school teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2865","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002412,"bill_number":"H1143","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1143","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2002413,"bill_number":"H1344","title":"Relative to homeowner’s insurance","description":"Relative to the notice of non-renewal of a homeowner’s insurance policy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1344","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2002414,"bill_number":"H3852","title":"Relative to veteran health, opportunity, notification, observance and respect","description":"Relative to veteran health, opportunity, notification, observance and respect. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3852","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002415,"bill_number":"H921","title":"Relative to concurrent jurisdiction on National Park Service properties","description":"Relative to concurrent jurisdiction on National Park Service properties. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H921","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002416,"bill_number":"H2154","title":"Establishing parking cash-out","description":"Relative to parking benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4658","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2154","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002417,"bill_number":"H3024","title":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for animal medication prescribed by veterinarians","description":"Relative to providing for a sales tax exemption for animal medication prescribed by veterinarians. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3024","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2002418,"bill_number":"H2780","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2780","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002419,"bill_number":"H3855","title":"Relative to annuities for widows and surviving relatives of veterans","description":"Relativerelatives of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3855","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002420,"bill_number":"H2421","title":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","description":"Relative to patient information regarding reconstructive surgery. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2421","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002421,"bill_number":"H386","title":"Authorizing the town of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town be authorized of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4272","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H386","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2002422,"bill_number":"H3887","title":"Relative to the definition of a Veteran in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to include certain members of the National Guard in the definition of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3887","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2002423,"bill_number":"H3845","title":"Resolutions ratifying the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the United States for federal regulation of child labor","description":"By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to ratify the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the United States for federal regulation of child labor. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3845","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002424,"bill_number":"H2817","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2817","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002425,"bill_number":"H1075","title":"Relative to the use of shotgun ammunition for hunting","description":"Relative to the use of shotgun ammunition for hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1075","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2002426,"bill_number":"H3107","title":"Relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to taxation of and overtime pay for agricultural laborers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3107","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002427,"bill_number":"H1827","title":"Relative to police reports involving railroad fatalities","description":"For legislation to further regulate police reports involving railroad fatalities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1827","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002428,"bill_number":"H3097","title":"Relative to the bundled cell phone taxation","description":"Relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3097","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002429,"bill_number":"H1073","title":"Relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich","description":"Relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1073","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002430,"bill_number":"H477","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts laws","description":"Relative to licenses authorizing the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4285","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H477","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002431,"bill_number":"H2689","title":"Relative to the requirement of fuel gas alarms/detectors","description":"Relative to the requirement and regulation of fuel gas alarms or detectors in certain buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2689","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002432,"bill_number":"H1426","title":"To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs","description":"For legislation to address the deferred maintenance needs of public institutions of higher education and for the creation of a green and healthy public college and university building planning commission (including members of the General Court). Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4463","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1426","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002433,"bill_number":"H1464","title":"Relative to the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center","description":"Relative to the use of the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center by members of the abutting residential community and students, faculty, staff, and alumni at Roxbury Community College. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1464","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002434,"bill_number":"H3182","title":"Relative to a capital gains tax credit for first time homebuyers","description":"Relative to a capital gains tax credit for first time homebuyers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3182","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2002436,"bill_number":"H3838","title":"To support veteran owned businesses","description":"Relative to the fee for filing certificates of organization for veteran owned businesses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3838","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2002438,"bill_number":"H1001","title":"Create a crumbling foundations task force with the goal of identifying a source and method of funding","description":"Relative to the creation of a fund to assist homeowners with crumbling foundations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1001","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2002439,"bill_number":"H3424","title":"To enhance cooperative purchasing opportunities for cities and towns","description":"Relative to award contracts for cooperative purchasing agreements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3424","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002440,"bill_number":"H2990","title":"Relative to timely retirement payment","description":"Relative to timely retirement payments to retiring public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2990","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002441,"bill_number":"H1186","title":"Relative to pet insurance in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to pet insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1186","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2002442,"bill_number":"H1758","title":"For fair compensation for erroneous felony conviction","description":"Relative to compensation for erroneous felony convictions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4860","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1758","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002443,"bill_number":"H3240","title":"Relative to shopping malls","description":"For legislation to establish a local option tax on owners of certain shopping malls. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3240","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002444,"bill_number":"H193","title":"To improve warning labels on THC products","description":"Relative to warning labels on products containing cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H193","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002445,"bill_number":"H298","title":"To promote school centered neighborhood development","description":"Relative to school centered neighborhood developments. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H298","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002446,"bill_number":"H2997","title":"Relative to Mass Port police officers","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2997","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002447,"bill_number":"H883","title":"Relative to an emergency preparedness instructional awareness program","description":"Relative to providing for a school emergency preparedness instructional awareness program. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H883","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002448,"bill_number":"H125","title":"Establishing healthy soil performance guidelines","description":"For legislation to establish healthy soil performance guidelines. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H125","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002449,"bill_number":"H3466","title":"Facilitating public ownership of public utilities","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to study and make actionable recommendations regarding public ownership of public utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3466","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002450,"bill_number":"H3086","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5574","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3086","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002451,"bill_number":"H3382","title":"Promoting governmental efficiency","description":"Relative to open meeting law complaints. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3382","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2002452,"bill_number":"H1357","title":"Relative to insurer responsibility to the operating budgets of health care oversight entities","description":"Relative to insurer responsibility to the operating budgets of health care oversight entities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1357","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002453,"bill_number":"H1503","title":"Relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks","description":"Relative to the emergency housing assistance program and universal background checks. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1503","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002454,"bill_number":"H1595","title":"To protect the confidentiality of journalistic news sources and information","description":"Relative to confidentiality of journalistic news sources and information during legal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1595","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2002455,"bill_number":"H333","title":"Relative to the licensure of appraisers","description":"Relative to the licensure of appraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4806","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H333","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002456,"bill_number":"H1125","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4491","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1125","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002457,"bill_number":"H763","title":"Relative to assessing the feasibility of in-state drug manufacturing","description":"Relative to the feasibility of state-sponsored prescription drug manufacturing or distribution in the Commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H763","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002458,"bill_number":"H2355","title":"Authorizing the town of Northfield to acquire property in the town of Bernardston","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to acquire certain property located in the town of Bernardston, for general municipal purpose. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2355","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2002459,"bill_number":"H3434","title":"Relative to the uniform procurement act","description":"Relative to the uniform procurement law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3434","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002460,"bill_number":"H2642","title":"Clarifying certain civil rights restrictions","description":"Relative to copy or duplicate of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2642","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002461,"bill_number":"H3474","title":"To expand the bottle bill","description":"For legislation to expand the bottle bill, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3474","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002463,"bill_number":"H2031","title":"Relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality","description":"Relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2031","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002464,"bill_number":"H2914","title":"Relative to veteran judges' pensions","description":"Relative to veteran judges' pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2914","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002465,"bill_number":"H3312","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham","description":"By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham for the purposes of reconstructing an off-ramp from Interstate Route 93 northbound. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4643","last_action_date":"2025-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3312","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002466,"bill_number":"H3243","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3243","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002468,"bill_number":"H543","title":"Relative to recess for elementary and middle school students","description":"Relative to recess for elementary and middle school students. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H543","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002469,"bill_number":"H1598","title":"Relative to transparency in clerk magistrate hearings","description":"For legislation to further regulate clerk magistrate hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1598","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002471,"bill_number":"H3266","title":"Relative to municipal tax collectors","description":"Relative to fees of municipal tax collectors. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3266","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002472,"bill_number":"H2389","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2389","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002473,"bill_number":"H1577","title":"Resolve to plan, preserve, and protect","description":"For legislation to create a local option pilot program for tenant purchase opportunities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1544","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1577","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002474,"bill_number":"H2760","title":"Relative to non-membership service in public safety","description":"Relative to non-membership service in public safety for certain uniformed members of paid fire or police departments. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2760","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002475,"bill_number":"H1082","title":"To enact the pharmacy benefit manager compensation reform","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit manager insurance compensation reform. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1082","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002476,"bill_number":"H2974","title":"Relative to employee protections","description":"Relative to COVID-19 mandatory vaccinations and immunization passports for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2974","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2002477,"bill_number":"H216","title":"Improving emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness","description":"Relative to emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5240 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H216","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002479,"bill_number":"H3890","title":"Amending death and disability compensation for members of the armed forces and the organized militia of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to amending death and disability compensation for members of the armed forces and the organized militia of the Commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5649 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3890","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002480,"bill_number":"H3077","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3077","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2002481,"bill_number":"H955","title":"Relative to solid waste byproduct management and control","description":"Relative to solid waste byproduct management and control. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H955","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002482,"bill_number":"H1584","title":"Establishing a mandatory sentence for destruction, defacement or damage to burial tombs and grave markers","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that provision be made for a minimum mandatory sentence for the willful destruction of burial tombs and grave markers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1584","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002483,"bill_number":"H2829","title":"Relative to harbormasters","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of harbormasters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2829","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2002484,"bill_number":"H1408","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1408","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2002485,"bill_number":"H2397","title":"Establishing a nursing workforce center","description":"Relative to establishing a nursing workforce center at the University of Massachusetts medical school. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2397","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002486,"bill_number":"H3143","title":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax","description":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3143","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002487,"bill_number":"H2291","title":"Allowing municipalities to appeal zoning provisions under the MBTA Communities Act","description":"Relative to allowing municipalities to appeal zoning provisions under the MBTA Communities Act, so-called. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2291","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002488,"bill_number":"H2335","title":"Extending residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton","description":"Relative to residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2335","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2002489,"bill_number":"H3478","title":"To streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure","description":"Relative to broadband permitting and access to infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5290","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3478","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2002490,"bill_number":"H3475","title":"Promoting a just transition and clean energy workforce standards","description":"Relative to the transition to clean energy and the training of employees on alternative energy generation and distribution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3475","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002491,"bill_number":"H210","title":"To promote equity in school attendance requirements","description":"Relative to school attendance requirements for certain aid programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H210","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002492,"bill_number":"H1250","title":"Relative to greater fairness in insurance","description":"Relative to insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1250","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002493,"bill_number":"H2186","title":"Relative to the prevention of unemployment fraud","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and report on the policies and procedures of the Department of Unemployment Assistance to prevent and address unemployment fraud. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2186","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002494,"bill_number":"H1368","title":"To provide rapid whole genome sequencing","description":"For legislation to provide rapid whole genome sequencing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5385","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1368","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2002495,"bill_number":"H3879","title":"Providing for prisoners of war","description":"Relative to providing for a prisoner of war income tax exemption. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3879","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002496,"bill_number":"H451","title":"Relative to professional licensure and citizenship","description":"Relative to required identification for applicants for professional licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4711","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H451","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2002497,"bill_number":"H931","title":"Establishing the Blue Communities Program","description":"For legislation to establish a blue communities program to incentivize local action to reduce nutrient pollution and ocean acidification. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5215","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H931","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002498,"bill_number":"H452","title":"Relative to the right to repair for agricultural equipment","description":"Relative to the right to repair for agricultural equipment. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H452","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2002499,"bill_number":"H3647","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3647","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2002500,"bill_number":"H1744","title":"To prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking","description":"For legislation to prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1744","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2002502,"bill_number":"H1954","title":"Ensuring access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings","description":"For legislation to provide immigration legal services to eligible immigrants and refugees who lack access to legal representation and who are facing removal proceedings from the United States. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1954","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002503,"bill_number":"H95","title":"Relative to assuring a jumpstart in investments in telecoms to preserve access to the internet","description":"Relative to the awarding of money to municipal agencies for the purpose of expanding, founding, advertising or maintaining of publicly-administered broadband internet service providers. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H95/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H95","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002504,"bill_number":"H2521","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2394","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2521","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002505,"bill_number":"H740","title":"Relative to school mascot name changes","description":"Relative to school mascot name changes. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H740","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002506,"bill_number":"H94","title":"To ensure accountability and transparency in artificial intelligence systems","description":"For legislation to ensure accountability and transparency in artificial intelligence systems. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H97","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H94/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H94","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2002507,"bill_number":"H2930","title":"To modernize and streamline contributory retirement appeals","description":"Relative to appeals to the Contributory Retirement Appeal Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2930","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002508,"bill_number":"H1810","title":"Protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions","description":"Relative to creating construction wage theft private attorney general actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1810","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002509,"bill_number":"H1403","title":"To ensure equitable health coverage for children","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable health coverage for children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1403","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002510,"bill_number":"H3214","title":"Relative to blind persons' real estate tax abatement","description":"Relative to blind persons' real estate tax abatement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2025-06-12","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3214","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2002511,"bill_number":"H2527","title":"Relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force","description":"Relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4612","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2527","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002512,"bill_number":"H3022","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3022","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002513,"bill_number":"H2398","title":"To strengthen our public health infrastructure to address Alzheimer’s and all dementia","description":"For legislation to strengthen the public health infrastructure to address Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2398","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002514,"bill_number":"H1891","title":"Providing for a study on the trial court department","description":"By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition of Thomas W. Moakley, Julian Cyr and others that the Executive Office of the Trial Court be authorized to conduct a study on all courts located in Barnstable county, Nantucket county and the county of Dukes County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1891","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2002515,"bill_number":"H2334","title":"Providing state grants for municipal sustainability directors","description":"Relative to creating a municipal sustainability director fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2334","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2002516,"bill_number":"H373","title":"Relative to the financing of motor vehicle purchases","description":"Relative to the financing of motor vehicle purchases. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H373","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002517,"bill_number":"H3848","title":"Relative to correcting the definition of active duty in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children","description":"Relative to the definition of active duty in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3848","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2002518,"bill_number":"H3331","title":"Establishing the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security","description":"For legislation to establish an executive office of food resources and security. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3331","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2002519,"bill_number":"H2393","title":"Authorizing Massachusetts entry into the interstate medical licensure compact","description":"Relative to membership in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2393","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002520,"bill_number":"H2493","title":"Protecting pregnancy resource centers from taxpayer funded negative ad campaigns","description":"Relative to pregnancy resource centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2493","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2002521,"bill_number":"H3148","title":"Relative to rolling stock","description":"Relative to the taxation of the sale of rolling stock. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3148","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002522,"bill_number":"H1371","title":"To support equal access to community care for elders and persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to Medicaid eligibility for certain elders and persons with disabilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1371","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002523,"bill_number":"H797","title":"Requiring the certification of medical directors in skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to require the certification of medical directors in skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H797","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002524,"bill_number":"H2112","title":"Protecting an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records","description":"By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition of Kenneth I. Gordon protecting an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2112","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2002525,"bill_number":"H3096","title":"Relative to work from home incentives","description":"Relative to work from home tax incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3096","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002526,"bill_number":"H517","title":"To provide a sustainable future for rural schools","description":"Relative to rural schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H517","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002527,"bill_number":"H2243","title":"Relative to legal advertisements and public notices","description":"Relative to legal advertisements and public notices. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2243","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2002528,"bill_number":"H917","title":"Reducing packaging waste","description":"For legislation to reduce packaging waste. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H917","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002529,"bill_number":"H1154","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1154","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002530,"bill_number":"H2782","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2782","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002531,"bill_number":"H1496","title":"Relative to residential assistance for families in transition (RAFT)","description":"By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition of Daniel M. Donahue that the Department of Housing and Community Development administer residential assistance for the Families in Transition Homelessness Prevention Program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1496","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2002535,"bill_number":"H837","title":"Relative to election ballots","description":"Relative to election ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H837","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002537,"bill_number":"H2754","title":"Relative to employment of attorneys by county retirement boards","description":"Relative to the employment of attorneys by county retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2754","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2002538,"bill_number":"H73","title":"Relative to filing slander against anonymous parties on the internet","description":"Relative to filing actions of slander against anonymous parties on the internet. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H73/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H73","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002539,"bill_number":"H3430","title":"Designating Diwali Day as a state holiday","description":"By Representatives Vaughn of Wrentham and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn, Hannah Kane and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the fifteenth day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartik as Diwali day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3430","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002540,"bill_number":"H901","title":"Providing nature for all","description":"For legislation to provide funds for conserving and improving natural and working lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H901","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002541,"bill_number":"H3149","title":"Establishing a commission to study reforms to the low-income housing tax credit program","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study reforms to the low-income housing tax credit program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3149","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002542,"bill_number":"H623","title":"Relative to equipping public elementary and secondary schools with panic alarms or emergency mechanisms","description":"Relative to equipping public elementary and secondary schools with panic alarms or emergency mechanisms. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H623","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002543,"bill_number":"H285","title":"Relative to health care quality for children and youth","description":"Relative to health care quality for children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5091","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H285","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2002544,"bill_number":"H782","title":"To strengthen the state home care program workforce","description":"Relative to the home care program workforce. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H782","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002545,"bill_number":"H3670","title":"Relative to dangerous high speed pursuits","description":"Relative to dangerous high-speed pursuits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3670","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002546,"bill_number":"H1700","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1700","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002547,"bill_number":"H98","title":"Relative to internet privacy rights for children","description":"Relative to internet privacy rights for children. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, November 12, 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H98/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H98","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002548,"bill_number":"H1222","title":"Relative to prescription medication re-authorization","description":"Relative to prohibiting insurers from requiring annual re-authorizations for certain prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1222","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2002549,"bill_number":"H682","title":"To establish an integrated cultural studies curriculum in our schools","description":"For legislation to establish an integrated cultural studies curriculum in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H682","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002550,"bill_number":"H717","title":"Establishing a special commission on special education funding","description":"Relative to state funding of special education service. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H717","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2002551,"bill_number":"H2107","title":"Relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to raising the minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2107","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002552,"bill_number":"H1057","title":"Authorizing deer hunting on Sunday","description":"Relative to authorizing deer hunting on Sunday. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1057","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2002553,"bill_number":"H382","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H382","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002554,"bill_number":"H754","title":"Relative to teacher certification","description":"Relative to teacher certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H754","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2002555,"bill_number":"H3029","title":"Relative to rental credits","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain rental property tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3029","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2002556,"bill_number":"H3067","title":"Relative to oral nicotine products","description":"Relative to taxes imposed on certain oral nicotine products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3067","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002557,"bill_number":"H170","title":"Addressing public health risks related to cannabis products","description":"For legislation to address public health risks related of certain cannabis products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H170","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2002558,"bill_number":"H357","title":"To regulate hemp-derived beverages like alcohol","description":"For legislation to regulate hemp-derived beverages like alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H357","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002559,"bill_number":"H568","title":"Relative to student representative voting rights","description":"Relative to student representative voting rights on school committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H568","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2002560,"bill_number":"H2276","title":"Relative to clinical or educational programs under the Dover amendment","description":"Relative to zoning for clinical or educational programs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5118","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2276","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002561,"bill_number":"H2419","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2419","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002562,"bill_number":"H533","title":"To expand the use of career and academic plans","description":"For legislation to expand the use of career and academic plans. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4366","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H533","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002563,"bill_number":"H1423","title":"Relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal","description":"By Representatives Barber of Somerville and Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition of Christine P. Barber, Michael P. Kushmerek and others that the Department of Education create and administer a field placement grant program to ensure a stable, diverse workforce of licensed social workers. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4650","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1423","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002564,"bill_number":"H3241","title":"Establishing a senior property tax deferral pilot program","description":"Relative to establishing a senior property tax deferral pilot program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3241","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002565,"bill_number":"H1713","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1713","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002566,"bill_number":"H1518","title":"Relative to starter homes","description":"Relative to single-family home construction. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1518","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2002568,"bill_number":"H1628","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1628","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002569,"bill_number":"H2225","title":"Relative to harm reduction and racial justice","description":"For legislation to further regulate the possession particular controlled substances. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2225","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2002570,"bill_number":"H3327","title":"Relative to designating a certain structure on the state house grounds as the Ranger Joanne Croken guard house","description":"Relative to designating a certain structure on the State House grounds as the Ranger Joanne Croken guard house. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3327","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002571,"bill_number":"H2277","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2277","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002572,"bill_number":"H3060","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3060","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002573,"bill_number":"H1893","title":"To stop profiling transgender people and low-income women","description":"Relative to transgender people and low-income women and the penalties for certain offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1893","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2002574,"bill_number":"H934","title":"Creating special funds for the division of fisheries and wildlife","description":"For legislation to create wildlife and natural heritage mitigation funds within the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H934","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2002575,"bill_number":"H2437","title":"To eliminate discrimination of incarcerated persons' participation in life saving programs","description":"Relative to incarcerated persons and organ transplantation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2437","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002576,"bill_number":"H767","title":"Clarifying rate setting processes for home health and home care services","description":"By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others clarifying rate setting processes for home health and home care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H767","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002577,"bill_number":"H552","title":"Parental rights legislation","description":"By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition of David F. DeCoste that local public schools and school committees be authorized to reject any and all guidance and directives from Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H552","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2002578,"bill_number":"H1108","title":"Establishing portable benefit accounts for app-based-delivery drivers","description":"For legislation to establish portable benefit accounts for app-based-delivery drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1108","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002579,"bill_number":"H3756","title":"Reinvesting in transportation through assessments on parking","description":"Relative to fees at private parking facilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5327","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3756","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002580,"bill_number":"H1005","title":"Investing in natural and working lands","description":"Relative to preventing the degradation and loss of natural and working lands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1005","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2002581,"bill_number":"H3802","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3802","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002582,"bill_number":"H412","title":"Relative to creating uniform standards for section 12 and 15 license applications","description":"Relative to the issuance of alcoholic beverage licenses to certain felons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H412","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002583,"bill_number":"H3578","title":"Expanding the definition of beverage","description":"Relative to the definition of beverage under the \"bottle bill\", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3578","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002584,"bill_number":"H3803","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4787","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3803","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002585,"bill_number":"H3265","title":"To establish an employer-provided childcare tax credit pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish an employer-provided childcare tax credit pilot program. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3265","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002586,"bill_number":"H3106","title":"To allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals","description":"For legislation to allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3106","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002587,"bill_number":"H1254","title":"Relative to the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder","description":"Relative to the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4952","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1254","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2002588,"bill_number":"H514","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for school children with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H514","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002590,"bill_number":"H1761","title":"Designating the Charlestown division of Boston Municipal Court as the George Lewis Ruffin Courthouse","description":"For legislation to designate the Charlestown division of Boston Municipal Court as the George Lewis Ruffin courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5058","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1761","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002591,"bill_number":"H1016","title":"Relative to hunting on Sunday","description":"Relative to hunting on Sunday. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1016","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2002592,"bill_number":"H2856","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2856","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002593,"bill_number":"H1038","title":"Relative to enhancing circularity in recycling","description":"Relative to enhancing circularity in recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1038","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002594,"bill_number":"H1053","title":"To create a Merrimack River Collaborative","description":"For legislation to create a Merrimack River Collaborative to monitor, improve, and restore water quality. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4591","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1053","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2002595,"bill_number":"H842","title":"To increase the safety and security of unattended ballot boxes","description":"For legislation to increase the safety and security of unattended ballot boxes. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H842","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002596,"bill_number":"H1945","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1945","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002597,"bill_number":"H3865","title":"Relative to reimbursing armed service members","description":"Relative to reimbursement to armed service members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3865","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002599,"bill_number":"H3347","title":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects","description":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3347","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002600,"bill_number":"H173","title":"Relative to the regulation of Delta-9 THC","description":"Relative to the regulation of Delta-9 THC. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H173","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2002601,"bill_number":"H1040","title":"Ban the use of tire-derived materials in playgrounds and playing fields in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further regulate the use of tire-derived materials in playgrounds and playing fields. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1040","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002602,"bill_number":"H2844","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2844","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002603,"bill_number":"H3810","title":"Relative to loading and alighting vehicles from car carriers on public ways","description":"Relative to loading and alighting vehicles from car carriers on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3810","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2002604,"bill_number":"H3295","title":"Relative to a license for the use of certain state land by the town of Southwick","description":"By Representative Boldyga of Southwick and Senator Mark, a joint petition of Nicholas A. Boldyga that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance and the town of Southwick be authorized to enter into a license for a renewable term of 5-years to use the North pond boat ramp on Point Grove road in the town of Southwick for parking purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3295","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2002606,"bill_number":"H187","title":"Relative to cannabis marketing","description":"Relative to cannabis marketing. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H187","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002607,"bill_number":"H1217","title":"Relative to modernizing private flood insurance","description":"Relative to modernizing private flood insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1217","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002608,"bill_number":"H3529","title":"Relative to building energy and decarbonization","description":"Relative to building energy and decarbonization. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3529","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2002609,"bill_number":"H2207","title":"Building resilience and increasing access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to establish a grant program for increased mental health needs in nonprofit organizations at high risk of hate crimes. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4667","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2207","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2002610,"bill_number":"H3116","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3116","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002611,"bill_number":"H1593","title":"Protecting minors from the creation of computer-generated child sexual abuse visual materials","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for child sexual abuse visual materials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1593","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002612,"bill_number":"H1509","title":"To promote housing cooperatives","description":"For legislation to promote housing cooperatives. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1509","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002613,"bill_number":"H1071","title":"Waiving sporting, hunting or fishing license fees for people who use a wheelchair as their primary source of mobility","description":"Relative to authorizing the waiving of sporting, hunting or fishing license fees for people who use wheelchairs as their primary source of mobility. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1071","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2002614,"bill_number":"H1483","title":"Relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants","description":"Relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1483","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002615,"bill_number":"H2511","title":"Further protecting identities on death certificates","description":"Relative to protecting identities on death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2511","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002616,"bill_number":"H3020","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3020","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002617,"bill_number":"H992","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H992","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002618,"bill_number":"H384","title":"Relative to toxic free kids","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Environmental Protection to publish a toxic chemicals of concern consumer products list. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4357","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H384","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002619,"bill_number":"H3824","title":"To reform veterans’ services at the municipal level","description":"For legislation to provide for the appointment of full-time veterans' agents or directors of veterans’ services in certain cities and towns. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3824","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2002620,"bill_number":"H951","title":"To eliminate hydraulic fracturing in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate hydraulic fracturing in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H951","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2002621,"bill_number":"H314","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H314","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002622,"bill_number":"H3552","title":"Regarding the alternative energy portfolios standard","description":"Relative to repealing the alternative energy portfolios standard. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3552","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002623,"bill_number":"H808","title":"Requiring a residency affidavit by a candidate","description":"Relative to requiring residency affidavits for candidates for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5251 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H808","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002624,"bill_number":"H2033","title":"Relative to pill press machines","description":"Relative to pill press machines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2033","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002625,"bill_number":"H2944","title":"Granting creditable service to Cheryl DiLisio, an employee of Nahant public schools","description":"By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition of Sean Reid that the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement Board be authorized to credit Cheryl DiLisio, an employee of Nahant public schools, with certain creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2944","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2002626,"bill_number":"H1149","title":"Relative to requiring dental insurance to cover CBCT scans","description":"Relative to requiring dental insurance to cover certain scans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1149","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2002627,"bill_number":"H3145","title":"Relative to the gradual elimination of the inventory tax","description":"Relative to the gradual elimination of the inventory tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3145","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002628,"bill_number":"H3666","title":"Relative to increased transportation options for Arlington and Lexington","description":"Relative to the financial feasibility and capability of providing rapid transit to the towns of Arlington and Lexington. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3666","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002629,"bill_number":"H2673","title":"Relative to loaning personal property","description":"Relative to firearm transactions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2673","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002631,"bill_number":"H1820","title":"Providing increased protections from harassment and discrimination on the basis of height","description":"Relative to height discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1820","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002633,"bill_number":"H2350","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"Relative to site plan zoning review. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2298","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2350","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002634,"bill_number":"H659","title":"Relative to equity and inclusion in education","description":"Relative to equity and inclusion in education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H659","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2002635,"bill_number":"H3712","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"Relative to bicycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3712","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002636,"bill_number":"H2646","title":"Pertaining to public fire safety and professionalism","description":"Relative to public fire safety and professionalism. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2646","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002637,"bill_number":"H430","title":"Modernizing charitable organization fundraising opportunities","description":"Relative to modernizing charitable organization fundraising opportunities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H430","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2002638,"bill_number":"H1419","title":"Relative to pharmacy deserts","description":"By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition of Christopher J. Worrell and Mindy Domb that the Office of Health Resource Planning of the Health Policy Commission conduct an assessment of the supply, distribution and capacity of pharmacies and pharmacological services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1419","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002639,"bill_number":"H726","title":"To establish a community schools special legislative commission","description":"By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition of Chynah Tyler for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate community schools and to make recommendations regarding the adoption of community schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H726","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002640,"bill_number":"H2428","title":"Protecting the health of the mother and a born alive fetus after the second trimester","description":"Relative to the health of mothers and born alive fetuses after the second trimester. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2428","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002641,"bill_number":"H932","title":"Relative to the pesticide board","description":"For legislation to establish the pesticide control modernization and environmental protection task force. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H932","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002642,"bill_number":"H3760","title":"Relative to motor vehicle inspections","description":"Relative to expired motor vehicle inspection stickers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3760","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2002643,"bill_number":"H3716","title":"Relative to electronic scanning of identification","description":"Relative to electronic scanning of identification. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3716","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002644,"bill_number":"H2392","title":"Relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner","description":"Relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2392","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002645,"bill_number":"H3207","title":"To modify the revenue requirements for smoking bars","description":"For legislation to modify the revenue requirements for smoking bars. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5205","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3207","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2002646,"bill_number":"H3745","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3745","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002647,"bill_number":"H3574","title":"To reimburse cities and towns affected by the decommissioning of power plants","description":"For legislation to further regulate the carbon dioxide cap and trade program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3574","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2002648,"bill_number":"H1861","title":"Providing transparency in third party litigation financing","description":"Relative to third party litigation financing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1861","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2002649,"bill_number":"H2981","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2981","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002650,"bill_number":"H114","title":"To promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs","description":"Relative to the regulation and availability of cottage foods. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5241 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H114","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2002651,"bill_number":"H143","title":"Regulating the sale of hemp products to protect public health and support farmers","description":"For legislation to further regulate hemp products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H143","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2002652,"bill_number":"H2126","title":"Relative to prevailing wages","description":"For legislation to include certain bona fide apprenticeship and training programs under the prevailing wage law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4974","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2126","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002653,"bill_number":"H218","title":"Resolve establishing the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases","description":"For legislation to establish the harmony commission to study the welfare of children in care and protection cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H218","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2002654,"bill_number":"H2340","title":"Repealing section 3A relative to MBTA communities","description":"For legislation to repeal certain provisions of Housing Choice Initiative. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2340","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002655,"bill_number":"H1246","title":"Establishing a public health option","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis that the Commonwealth Connector Authority provide for a public health insurance option. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1246","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002656,"bill_number":"H1751","title":"Concerning a right of publicity","description":"Relative to a right of publicity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1751","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2002657,"bill_number":"H3839","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. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3839","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2002658,"bill_number":"H1112","title":"Relative to control share acquisitions","description":"Relative to control share acquisitions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1112","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002659,"bill_number":"H1367","title":"Regarding Title XIX reimbursements for state colleges and universities","description":"Relative to Title XIX federal financial participation for certain MassHealth covered services for individuals attending programs at Massachusetts state colleges and universities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4880","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1367","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002660,"bill_number":"H599","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum","description":"Relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4665","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H599","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002661,"bill_number":"H2656","title":"To promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment, and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ People","description":"For legislation to promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2656","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002663,"bill_number":"H1305","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1305","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2002664,"bill_number":"H582","title":"Relative to school committee oversight","description":"Relative to school committee oversight of courses of study including courses concerning sexually transmitted infections. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H582","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002665,"bill_number":"H2877","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2877","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002666,"bill_number":"H3090","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3090","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2002667,"bill_number":"H2007","title":"Concerning nondisclosure agreements relative to sexual harassment and discrimination","description":"Relativerelative to sexual harassment and discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2007","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2002668,"bill_number":"H2170","title":"Relating to protecting the interests of minor children featured on for-profit family vlogs","description":"Relative to minors engaged in the work of vlogging. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2170","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002669,"bill_number":"H637","title":"To create and expand student pathways to success","description":"For legislation to establish a workforce skills cabinet to serve as a cross-agency governance structure to improve and expand workforce skills and college and career readiness. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H637","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002670,"bill_number":"H567","title":"Fairly reimbursing local school transportation of foster children","description":"Relative to reimbursing local school transportation of foster children. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H567","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2002671,"bill_number":"H722","title":"To create and expand student pathways to success","description":"For legislation to establish within the office of the Governor a workforce skills cabinet to expand student pathways to success. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H722","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002672,"bill_number":"H2164","title":"Relative to institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to certain payment of wages in institutions of higher education. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2164","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002673,"bill_number":"H830","title":"Relative to the preparation of street lists by registrars","description":"Relative to the preparation of street lists by registrars. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H830","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002674,"bill_number":"H3514","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company Board of Directors","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company board of directors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3514","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2002675,"bill_number":"H408","title":"Relative to cider","description":"Relative to cider. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H408","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002676,"bill_number":"H3793","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3793","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002677,"bill_number":"H3624","title":"Establishing time limits for idling trains","description":"For legislation to establish idling time limits for trains. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5133","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3624","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2002678,"bill_number":"H2054","title":"To end mandatory life without the possibility of parole for the age of 21-25 and 364 days","description":"For legislation to end mandatory life without the possibility of parole for certain young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2054","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002679,"bill_number":"H3361","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3361","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002680,"bill_number":"H1816","title":"Relative to health care proxy storage and activation","description":"Relative to healthcare proxy information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1816","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2002681,"bill_number":"H3033","title":"Relative to the fuel tax","description":"Relative to the gasoline and diesel fuel tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3033","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2002682,"bill_number":"H2015","title":"Relative to false reporting of an emergency","description":"Relative to false reporting of emergencies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2015","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002683,"bill_number":"H1907","title":"Relative to appealing a notice of disinvitation","description":"Relative to appealing a notice of criminal trespass. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1907","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002684,"bill_number":"H1438","title":"Increasing awareness of public student loan forgiveness","description":"By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins, Lindsay N. Sabadosa and James B. Eldridge that the student loan ombudsman establish a live annual training program for all state employees regarding eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1438","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002685,"bill_number":"H570","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H570","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002686,"bill_number":"H2169","title":"Relative to worker compensation protections for certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers","description":"Relative to worker compensation protections for certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2169","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002687,"bill_number":"H209","title":"Relative to funeral assistance","description":"Relative to funeral assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H209","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002688,"bill_number":"H463","title":"To raise awareness of carbon dioxide emissions at gas stations","description":"Relative to warnings on pumps or other dispensing devices from which motor fuel is sold. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H463","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002689,"bill_number":"H2215","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to study the feasibility of joining the counseling compact","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the feasibility of joining the counseling compact. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2215","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002690,"bill_number":"H3512","title":"Establishing a special legislative commission to study small modular reactors","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special legislative commission (including members of the General Court) to study small modular reactors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3512","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002694,"bill_number":"H136","title":"Prohibiting the use and sale of toxic sludge","description":"For legislation to further regulate the use of sludge from a municipal, commercial or industrial wastewater treatment plant as an agricultural product. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5249 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H136","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002695,"bill_number":"H90","title":"Regulating provenance regarding artificial intelligence","description":"Relative to provenance regarding artificial intelligence. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H90/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H90","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002697,"bill_number":"H2943","title":"Relative to employment benefits of certain employees of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"Relative to employment benefits of certain employees of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2943","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002698,"bill_number":"H1087","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1087","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002699,"bill_number":"H3168","title":"To extend the research and development sales tax exemption","description":"Relative to extending the research and development sales tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3168","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002700,"bill_number":"H2103","title":"Protecting warehouse workers","description":"Relative to warehouse workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2103","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002701,"bill_number":"H3322","title":"Relative to regulation of privatization contracts","description":"Relative to regulation of privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3322","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2002703,"bill_number":"H2379","title":"Relative to tobacco harm-reduction","description":"Relative to flavored tobacco products and tobacco product flavor enhancers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2379","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002704,"bill_number":"H1192","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5226","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1192","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2002705,"bill_number":"H1210","title":"Relative to AI health communications and informed patient consent","description":"Relative to artificial intelligence health communications and informed patient consent. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1210","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002706,"bill_number":"H2801","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2801","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002707,"bill_number":"H2471","title":"To reduce temperature related illness in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to cooling centers during periods of excessive heat. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2471","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002708,"bill_number":"H1236","title":"Directing the division of insurance to regularly report on the performance of the merged non-group and small-group health insurance markets","description":"Relative to the merged non-group and small-group health insurance market. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1236","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2002709,"bill_number":"H3703","title":"Relative to license transparency","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license transparency. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5202","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3703","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002710,"bill_number":"H3359","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3359","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002711,"bill_number":"H479","title":"Relative to limited liability company fees","description":"Relative to limited liability company fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H479","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002712,"bill_number":"H3258","title":"To cap the amount by which a senior's property tax can increase","description":"Relative to property tax increases for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3258","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2002713,"bill_number":"H2023","title":"Restoring judicial discretion in controlled substance cases","description":"Relative to judicial discretion in certain controlled substance cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2023","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002714,"bill_number":"H432","title":"Extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization","description":"Relative to extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H341","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H432","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2002715,"bill_number":"H650","title":"Relative to affirming and maintaining equal access to public education for all children","description":"Relative to public education for children. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H650","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002716,"bill_number":"H3400","title":"Prohibiting the use of ratepayer funds for utility lobbying, promotions, or perks","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of ratepayer funds for utility lobbying, promotions, or perks. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3400","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002717,"bill_number":"H339","title":"Relative to funeral directors","description":"Relative to funeral directors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H339","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002718,"bill_number":"H2158","title":"Relative to employee leave of absence to appear in the Probate and Family Court","description":"Relative to leaves of absence of employees to appear before the Probate and Family Court. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2158","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002719,"bill_number":"H1327","title":"Relative to inactive bank account fees","description":"Relative to fees for certain inactive bank accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1327","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002720,"bill_number":"H2713","title":"Relative to firearm laws","description":"For legislation to repeal gun modernization laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2713","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002722,"bill_number":"H180","title":"Regularizing accounts receivable in the cannabis industry","description":"Relative to accounts receivable in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4534","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H180","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002723,"bill_number":"H1540","title":"Relative to the eligibility of emergency housing assistance","description":"Relative to eligibility for the emergency housing assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1540","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002724,"bill_number":"H2733","title":"Providing for an audit of gun violence prevention and intervention funding","description":"For legislation to provide for an audit and an investigation by a special commission concerning gun violence prevention and intervention funding. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2733","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002725,"bill_number":"H404","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H404","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002726,"bill_number":"H3133","title":"Relative to a sewage line tax credit","description":"Relative to a sewage line tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3133","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002727,"bill_number":"H485","title":"Relative to state grants targeting minority communities","description":"By Representative González of Springfield, a petition of Carlos González that certain state grants target minority communities and businesses. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H485","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002728,"bill_number":"H2271","title":"Relative to non-criminal dispositions of municipal bylaws and acts of nature","description":"Relative to municipal bylaws for prevention of damage from certain trees. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2271","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002730,"bill_number":"H3693","title":"Relative to roadway damage","description":"Relative to roadway damage caused by certain motor vehicle accidents. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3689","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3693","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002731,"bill_number":"H3708","title":"To regulate traffic signal pre-emption devices","description":"Relative to traffic signal pre-emption devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5202","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3708","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002732,"bill_number":"H1444","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4652","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1444","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002733,"bill_number":"H1310","title":"To incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies","description":"Relative to the adoption of local climate resilience policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1310","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002734,"bill_number":"H995","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to adopt a pesticide reduction bylaw","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to adopt a pesticide reduction bylaw in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H995","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2002735,"bill_number":"H2823","title":"Providing killed in the line of duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the town of Rutland","description":"For legislation to provide killed in the line duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the Town of Rutland. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2823","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2002736,"bill_number":"H3821","title":"Relative to a Veterans' Hall of Fame Commission","description":"Relative to the feasibility of establishing a veterans' hall of fame. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3821","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002737,"bill_number":"H3754","title":"Relative to traffic regulation using road safety cameras","description":"Relative to automated motor vehicle sensor devices that produce digital photographs of motor vehicles committing camera-enforceable violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3754","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002738,"bill_number":"H2148","title":"Relative to a public health prevailing wage exemption","description":"Relative to public health prevailing wage exemptions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2148","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2002739,"bill_number":"H719","title":"Relative to fairness in high school athletics","description":"For legislation to authorize schools and students participating in certain athletic programs to seek arbitration to review athletic programs eligibility decisions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H719","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2002740,"bill_number":"H3795","title":"To establish a monthly payment plan and protect motorists from excessive EZ-Pass fees and fines","description":"For legislation to further regulate fees and fines assessed under the Pay By Plate and E-ZPass MA Systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3795","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2002741,"bill_number":"H2252","title":"To establish a commission to study the distribution of unrestricted local aid","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the distribution of general local aid, unrestricted general government aid and lottery aid to cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2252","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002742,"bill_number":"H2139","title":"Relative to railroad workers earned sick time","description":"Relative to railroad workers earned sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2139","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2002743,"bill_number":"H1319","title":"Related to comprehensive clinical and extended support services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for comprehensive clinical and extended support services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4900","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1319","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002744,"bill_number":"H3841","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3841","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002745,"bill_number":"H709","title":"Increasing efficiency and sustainability of student transportation","description":"Relative to student transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H709","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002746,"bill_number":"H3013","title":"Establishing a tax credit for users of public waterway transportation","description":"Relative to establishing a tax credit for users of public waterway transportation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3013","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002747,"bill_number":"H2611","title":"Relative to firearm licensing renewals during a state of emergency","description":"Relative to firearm licensing renewals during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2611","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002749,"bill_number":"H1279","title":"Resolve creating a special commission on affordable housing insurance","description":"By Representative Owens of Watertown, a petition of Steven Owens and Vanna Howard for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to develop statutory and regulatory framework to address the setting of rates by insurance companies for properties with affordability restrictions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1279","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002750,"bill_number":"H818","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H818","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002751,"bill_number":"H1189","title":"Providing insurance coverage for Alfi’s syndrome","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for Alfi’s syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5048","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1189","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002752,"bill_number":"H1451","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"Relative to public higher education student information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4653","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1451","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002753,"bill_number":"H1970","title":"Relative to transfer of actions to the housing court","description":"Relative to transfer of actions to the housing court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1970","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002754,"bill_number":"H3150","title":"Relative to expanding 529 deductions","description":"Relative to increasing college savings plan deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3150","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002755,"bill_number":"H1959","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1959","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002756,"bill_number":"H338","title":"Relative to genetic counselors","description":"Relative to genetic counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H338","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002757,"bill_number":"H994","title":"Regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans","description":"Relative to regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H994","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2002758,"bill_number":"H1386","title":"To ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data","description":"For legislation to establish an electronic system of public reporting for providers as a prerequisite condition for advancing overdue medical bills to debt collection agencies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1386","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2002759,"bill_number":"H1913","title":"Relative to treatment, not incarceration","description":"Relative to court considerations of persons having alcohol or substance use disorders and needing treatment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5126","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1913","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2002761,"bill_number":"H3253","title":"Relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3253","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2002762,"bill_number":"H1942","title":"Relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act","description":"For legislation relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1942","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002763,"bill_number":"H321","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H321","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2002764,"bill_number":"H2725","title":"Preserve license plate actionable toll enforcement and safety","description":"Relative to covering or obscuring a motor vehicle number plate. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2725","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002765,"bill_number":"H857","title":"Increasing voter participation in primary elections","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate ways to increase voter participation in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H857","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2002766,"bill_number":"H1675","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4636","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1675","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002767,"bill_number":"H2767","title":"Establishing a commission to resolve issues arising from collective bargaining stalemates","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to collective bargaining negotiations between public sector employers and employee unions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2767","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002768,"bill_number":"H705","title":"To promote healthy culture and climate within schools","description":"By Representative Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola that school administrators consider alternatives to suspension or expulsion of certain students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H748","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H705","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002769,"bill_number":"H1195","title":"Relative to eliminating surcharges for vehicle inspection violations","description":"Relative to eliminating surcharges for motor vehicle inspection violations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1195","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002770,"bill_number":"H262","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"Relative to enhancing child welfare protections. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4416","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H262","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002771,"bill_number":"H2970","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2970","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2002772,"bill_number":"H3366","title":"Designating April 5 as Okur-Chung Neurodevelopmental Syndrome Awareness Day","description":"By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition of Kristin E. Kassner, Bruce E. Tarr and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate April 5 as Okur-Chung Neurodevelopmental Syndrome awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-02","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3366","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2002773,"bill_number":"H2836","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2836","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002774,"bill_number":"H802","title":"Requiring photo ID’s to vote","description":"For legislation to require the showing of valid photo form of identification to election officials prior to voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H802","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2002775,"bill_number":"H1520","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1520","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2002776,"bill_number":"H1373","title":"Relative to establishing a health safety net task force","description":"For legislation to establish a health safety net task force (including members of the General Court) to study reimbursement for dental care and healthcare provided by hospitals and accredited teaching institutions to MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1373","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002777,"bill_number":"H2163","title":"Clarifying the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees","description":"Relative to clarifying the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2163","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002778,"bill_number":"H3503","title":"Promoting the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"Relative to the inclusion of miniature beverage containers in the bottle law, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3503","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002779,"bill_number":"H1417","title":"To advance health equity","description":"For legislation to advance health equity and to establish a secretary of equity. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1416","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1417","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2002780,"bill_number":"H1173","title":"To facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation","description":"For legislation to provide coverage for services to improve access to care for individuals who are eligible for screening, follow-up or treatment services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4939","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1173","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002781,"bill_number":"H2040","title":"Relative to domestic violence Kianna's Law","description":"Relative to providing notification to victims and family members of victims when notices of temporary restraining orders or other abuse prevention orders have been successfully served. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2040","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2002782,"bill_number":"H1045","title":"Relative to liability for release of hazardous materials","description":"Relative to liability for release of hazardous materials. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1045","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2002783,"bill_number":"H1280","title":"Regulating insurance coverage for testing and deployment of autonomous vehicles and establishing school zone safety protocol","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for testing and deployment of and school zone safety protocol for autonomous vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1280","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2002784,"bill_number":"H1701","title":"Relative to drug distribution causing death","description":"Relative to drug distribution causing death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1701","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002785,"bill_number":"H2506","title":"Decriminalizing psilocybin as a treatment for PTSD and certain other conditions","description":"Relative to psilocybin as a treatment for PTSD and certain other conditions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4986","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2506","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002786,"bill_number":"H2724","title":"Establishing a special commission to ensure the safety and sustainability of non-profit public events","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure the safety and sustainability of non-profit public events. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2724","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002787,"bill_number":"H655","title":"To promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools","description":"Relative to comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H655","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2002788,"bill_number":"H2648","title":"Empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals","description":"Relative to law enforcement's ability to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2648","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002789,"bill_number":"H1122","title":"Promoting consumer choice regarding the use of credit trigger leads","description":"Relative to the use of credit trigger leads. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1122","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002790,"bill_number":"H1657","title":"Relative to expungement of juvenile and young adult records","description":"Relative to expungement of juvenile and young adult records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1657","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002792,"bill_number":"H1687","title":"Relative to the Head Injury Treatment Services Trust Fund","description":"Relative to the Head Injury Treatment Services Trust Fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1687","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2002793,"bill_number":"H364","title":"Relative to the collection of debt","description":"Relative to the collection of debt. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4808","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H364","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2002794,"bill_number":"H1174","title":"To create direct dental care agreements","description":"Relative to direct dental care agreements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1174","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002795,"bill_number":"H3850","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts veterans service dog program","description":"Relative to establishing a veterans service dog program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3850","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2002796,"bill_number":"H2268","title":"Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch section 2-13(a) annual stipend","description":"Relative to the annual stipend of the town council of the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2268","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2002797,"bill_number":"H227","title":"Protecting benefits owed to foster children","description":"Relative to protecting benefits owed to foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4416","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H227","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2002798,"bill_number":"H560","title":"Implementing elementary and secondary interdisciplinary climate literacy education","description":"Relative to implementing elementary and secondary interdisciplinary climate justice education in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H560","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002799,"bill_number":"H3498","title":"To expand the low income home energy assistance program","description":"For legislation to expand the low income home energy assistance program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3498","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002800,"bill_number":"H3749","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","description":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4546","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2002801,"bill_number":"H507","title":"Relative to the enforcement of anti-bullying policies in our schools","description":"For legislation to establish an anti-bullying officer pilot program to assist schools experiencing significant bullying incidents. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H507","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2002802,"bill_number":"H554","title":"Establishing comprehensive school counseling programs","description":"For legislation to establish school counseling programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H554","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2002803,"bill_number":"H677","title":"Relative to increased access to safe swimming","description":"For legislation to increase access to safe swimming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H677","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002804,"bill_number":"H2426","title":"Enabling registered dental hygienists to administer nitrous oxide","description":"Relative to the administration of nitrous oxide by dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2426","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2002805,"bill_number":"H626","title":"To end discriminatory outcomes in vocational school admissions","description":"Relative to discriminatory outcomes in vocational school admissions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H626","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002806,"bill_number":"H2935","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2935","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002807,"bill_number":"H2129","title":"Relative to the definition of an independent contractor","description":"Relative to individuals performing services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2129","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002808,"bill_number":"H3352","title":"Relative to a certain parcel of land in the town of Norton","description":"By Representatives Howitt of Seekonk and Chaisson of Foxborough, a petition of Steven S. Howitt and Michael S. Chaisson that the Secretary of Transportation convey certain parcels of land in the town of Norton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4660","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3352","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002809,"bill_number":"H3449","title":"To further empower local climate action","description":"For legislation to regulate municipal acceptance into the demonstration project. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3449","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002810,"bill_number":"H2723","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2723","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002812,"bill_number":"H450","title":"Relative to protections for solar customers","description":"Relative to protections for solar customers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H450","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002813,"bill_number":"H2137","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 Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition of Patrick Joseph Kearney 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2137","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002814,"bill_number":"H3725","title":"Providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles establish an electronic credential system. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3725","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2002815,"bill_number":"H1553","title":"To regulate junk fees in rental housing","description":"Relative to fees in rental housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5301","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1553","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2002816,"bill_number":"H2907","title":"Relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees","description":"Relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2907","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2002817,"bill_number":"H2893","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority Employees’ Retirement System","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority Employees’ Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2893","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2002818,"bill_number":"H1193","title":"Relative to requiring insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment","description":"By Representatives Howard of Lowell and Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of Vanna Howard, David M. Rogers and David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf that insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5212","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1193","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2002819,"bill_number":"H3066","title":"Investing in clean transportation","description":"For legislation to further regulate the taxation of certain common carriers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5371 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3066","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002820,"bill_number":"H2490","title":"Establishing a physical therapy licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish a physical therapy licensure compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2490","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2002821,"bill_number":"H2568","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2568","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002822,"bill_number":"H840","title":"Relative to special election scheduling","description":"Relative to special election scheduling. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H840","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002824,"bill_number":"H564","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4404","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H564","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002825,"bill_number":"H920","title":"For the establishment of a voucher program for home water filtration equipment","description":"For legislation to establish a voucher program for home water filtration equipment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H920","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002826,"bill_number":"H2834","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2834","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2002827,"bill_number":"H3501","title":"Supporting climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind","description":"Relativerelative to the development of the supply chain supporting the deployment of offshore wind and the economic benefits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3501","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002829,"bill_number":"H368","title":"Amending Chapter 236 of the Special Acts of 2014","description":"Relative to the representation of the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H368","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2002830,"bill_number":"H325","title":"Relating to sales at certain venues","description":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages at certain venues. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H325","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2002831,"bill_number":"H939","title":"To facilitate climate resiliency","description":"Relative to climate resiliency protection projects. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H939","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2002832,"bill_number":"H126","title":"Establishing community fridges to address food insecurity","description":"Relative to establishing community fridges to address food insecurity. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H126","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2002833,"bill_number":"H2317","title":"Relative to zoning","description":"Relative to zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2317","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2002834,"bill_number":"H936","title":"Protecting public drinking water by further regulating solid waste disposal facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate the building or expansion of solid waste disposal facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H936","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002835,"bill_number":"H3858","title":"Relative to 100% disabled veteran recreation","description":"Relative to no cost hunting and fishing licenses for 100 percent disabled veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3858","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002836,"bill_number":"H2193","title":"To ensure efficient and effective implementation of the Roadmap for Behavioral Health Reform","description":"Relative to the implementation of behavioral health reform. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2193","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002837,"bill_number":"H2081","title":"Relative to minimum gratuity while dining","description":"Relative to minimum gratuity while dining. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2081","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002838,"bill_number":"H3225","title":"Relative to sales tax exemption","description":"Relative to sales tax exemptions for battery electric vehicles or fuel cell powered vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3225","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002839,"bill_number":"H676","title":"Studying the financing of chapter 74 vocational-technical and agricultural school capital improvements","description":"By Representatives Ramos of North Andover and Shand of Newburyport, a petition of Adrianne Pusateri Ramos and Dawne Shand that the Executive Office of Education study the financing of capital improvements in facilities providing primarily vocational-technical education or agricultural education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H676","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2002840,"bill_number":"H3705","title":"To improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the MBTA","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5329","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3705","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002841,"bill_number":"H374","title":"Providing for tenant agents","description":"Relative to tenant agents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H374","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002842,"bill_number":"H3323","title":"Making amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate business corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3323","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2002843,"bill_number":"H1197","title":"Relative to insurance point surcharges","description":"Relative to exempting certain motor vehicle accidents from insurance point surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1197","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002844,"bill_number":"H1507","title":"Limiting rent increases and creating a rental arbitrator","description":"For legislation to limit rent increases and create a rental arbitrator within the office of the Attorney General. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1507","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002845,"bill_number":"H3627","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3627","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2002846,"bill_number":"H3522","title":"To establish a clean fuel standard","description":"For legislation to establish a clean fuel standard. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3576","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3522","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2002847,"bill_number":"H1545","title":"Relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness","description":"Relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1545","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2002848,"bill_number":"H2797","title":"Relative to creditable service for MBTA police officers","description":"Relative to creditable service for Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2797","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002849,"bill_number":"H2444","title":"Expanding after-death care options","description":"Relative to expanding after-death options and the disposal of human bodies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2444","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002850,"bill_number":"H3459","title":"Modernizing competitive energy supply","description":"Relative to competitive energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3459","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002851,"bill_number":"H2799","title":"Relative to protecting local retirees","description":"Relative to insurance premium contribution levels for certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2799","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002852,"bill_number":"H1587","title":"Relative to justice for survivors","description":"Relative to adults or children charged with crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1587","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2002853,"bill_number":"H3577","title":"Establishing a zero carbon renovation fund","description":"For legislation to establish a zero carbon renovation fund to provide for the costs associated with energy efficiency renovations of certain existing buildings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3577","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002854,"bill_number":"H3201","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3201","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002856,"bill_number":"H370","title":"Relative to removing liquor license caps in communities","description":"Relative to removing liquor license caps in cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H370","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002857,"bill_number":"H1808","title":"Maintaining the integrity of sex offender classifications","description":"Relative to reclassification of sex offenders by the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1808","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002858,"bill_number":"H632","title":"Furthering enrollment preferences for high need students","description":"Relative to enrollment preferences for high need students at commonwealth charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5284","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H632","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002859,"bill_number":"H297","title":"Relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development","description":"Relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5064","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H297","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002860,"bill_number":"H2794","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees and certain long term career public retirees","description":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees and certain long term career public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2794","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002861,"bill_number":"H317","title":"Relative to professional licensure","description":"Relative to professional licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H317","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2002862,"bill_number":"H1261","title":"Protecting patients from surprise bills related to emergency ambulance service","description":"Relative to payment for ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5042","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1261","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002863,"bill_number":"H3278","title":"Creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing","description":"For legislation to establish a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3278","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2002864,"bill_number":"H1113","title":"Regarding public insurance adjusters","description":"Relative to public insurance adjusters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1113","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002865,"bill_number":"H1428","title":"Relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative","description":"Relativerelative. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1428","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2002867,"bill_number":"H1134","title":"To improve access and care coordination for people with pain","description":"For legislation to improve access and care coordination for people with pain. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4934","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1134","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002868,"bill_number":"H2494","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2494","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2002869,"bill_number":"H1607","title":"Protecting bank employees and customers","description":"Relative to the punishment for bank robbery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1607","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002870,"bill_number":"H104","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H104","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002871,"bill_number":"H2513","title":"Relative to health care transparency","description":"Relative to the use of the term physician. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2513","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2002872,"bill_number":"H2324","title":"Providing for the establishment of sustainable water resource funds","description":"Relative to the establishment of sustainable water resource funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2324","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002873,"bill_number":"H937","title":"Restricting the use of effluent water in cooling towers","description":"Relative to the use of effluent water in cooling towers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H937","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2002874,"bill_number":"H1151","title":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury","description":"Relative to healthcare insurance coverage for cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1151","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2002875,"bill_number":"H771","title":"Relative to intergenerational community engagement","description":"Relative to intergenerational community engagement. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H771","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2002876,"bill_number":"H2531","title":"Relative to physician assistant interstate compact","description":"Relative to physician assistant interstate compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2531","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002877,"bill_number":"H2267","title":"Relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations","description":"Relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2267","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002878,"bill_number":"H798","title":"Requiring dignity, privacy, and safety for residents in nursing homes and rest homes","description":"Relative to the dignity, privacy, and safety of residents in nursing homes and rest homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H798","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2002879,"bill_number":"H2127","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2127","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002880,"bill_number":"H2346","title":"Relative to a local option for municipalities to own and operate their own internet provider","description":"Relative to municipalities owning and operating broadband high speed internet infrastructure and services. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2346","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002881,"bill_number":"H418","title":"Relative to the adjudicative process for the Board of State Examiners of Electricians","description":"Relative to the adjudicative process for the Board of State Examiners of Electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4279","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H418","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002882,"bill_number":"H760","title":"To increase access to the flu vaccine for older adults","description":"Relative to immunizations against influenza virus to all inpatients sixty-five years of age and older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H760","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2002883,"bill_number":"H2791","title":"Relative to post-retirement earnings","description":"Relative to post-retirement earnings for certain police officers in the city known as the town of Braintree. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2791","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002884,"bill_number":"H2076","title":"To provide collective bargaining rights to employees of the mosquito control projects and mosquito control districts","description":"For legislation to provide collective bargaining rights to employees of the mosquito control projects and mosquito control districts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2076","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002885,"bill_number":"H2587","title":"Establishing a commission on municipal emergency medical service staffing levels and workforce development","description":"Relative to municipal emergency medical service staffing levels and workforce development.. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2587","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002886,"bill_number":"H1240","title":"Relative to insulin access","description":"Relative to insulin access. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4950","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1240","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2002888,"bill_number":"H2431","title":"Prohibiting the requirement of a COVID-19 vaccine, mRNA vaccine, or gene-altering procedure","description":"Relative to prohibiting the requirement of certain vaccines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2431","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2002890,"bill_number":"H2341","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Acushnet","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Acushnet. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2341","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2002891,"bill_number":"H2589","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2589","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002892,"bill_number":"H391","title":"Relative to regulating the septic industry","description":"Relative to septic system inspections. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H391","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002893,"bill_number":"H1338","title":"Allowing fair compensation of Massachusetts credit union directors","description":"Relative to credit union compensation to members of boards of directors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 195 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1338","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2002894,"bill_number":"H163","title":"To Modernize the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Program","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Program. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H163","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002895,"bill_number":"H1511","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts rental assistance and financial stability program","description":"Relative to establishing a rental assistance and financial stability program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1511","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2002896,"bill_number":"H3202","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3202","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2002897,"bill_number":"H2342","title":"Relative to dangerous dogs","description":"Relative to dangerous dogs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2342","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2002898,"bill_number":"H1448","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5105","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1448","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002899,"bill_number":"H2144","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2144","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2002900,"bill_number":"H3668","title":"Expanding certain discount tolls for private passenger vehicles","description":"Relative to expanding certain discount tolls for private passenger vehicles owned by residents of the cities of Revere and Chelsea, the town of Winthrop and Essex County. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5142","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3668","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2002901,"bill_number":"H742","title":"To provide an option to opt out of free school lunch","description":"For legislation to provide school districts with an option to opt out of the free school lunch. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H742","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002902,"bill_number":"H3504","title":"Establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative","description":"Relative to establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3504","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2002903,"bill_number":"H2916","title":"Relative to survivor’s benefits for the spouses of retired state troopers","description":"Relative to survivor benefits for the spouses of retired state troopers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2916","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2002904,"bill_number":"H240","title":"Requiring licensure for use of graduated electronic decelerators","description":"Relative to licensure for the use of graduated electronic decelerators to alter behavior of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H240","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002905,"bill_number":"H2544","title":"Relative to nursing career pathways in long term care","description":"Relative to nursing career pathways in long term care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2544","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002906,"bill_number":"H1858","title":"Relative to removing criminal penalties for limited psilocybin possession","description":"Relative to removing criminal penalties for limited psilocybin possession. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1858","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2002907,"bill_number":"H3139","title":"Ensuring transparency in property deed requests","description":"Relative to transparency in property deed requests. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3139","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002908,"bill_number":"H2306","title":"To promote responsive city government","description":"For legislation to establish a \"Plan G\" form of city government. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2306","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2002909,"bill_number":"H1601","title":"Regarding conditions of release in Superior Court","description":"Relative to conditions of release in Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4857","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1601","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002910,"bill_number":"H679","title":"Relative to student teacher pay","description":"Relative to pay for student teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H679","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2002911,"bill_number":"H2824","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2824","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2002912,"bill_number":"H1455","title":"Relative to college in high school","description":"Relative high schools providing and funding college programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1455","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002913,"bill_number":"H3542","title":"Advancing the clean energy transition","description":"Relative to the installation of renewable and alternative energy generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3542","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2002914,"bill_number":"H2545","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to the labeling information for commercially caught fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2545","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002915,"bill_number":"H1785","title":"Relative to CORI fees","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1785","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002916,"bill_number":"H354","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4981","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H354","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2002917,"bill_number":"H146","title":"To create efficient cannabis testing standards","description":"For legislation to create cannabis testing standards. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H146","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2002918,"bill_number":"H1247","title":"Relative to preventing fraud and establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies","description":"Relative to regulations on certain virtual currencies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1247","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002920,"bill_number":"H3035","title":"To reduce graduate student loan debt","description":"Relative to the taxation of graduate student loan debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3035","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002921,"bill_number":"H1705","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"Relative to patient safety, medical error reporting and medical malpractice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1705","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002923,"bill_number":"H1136","title":"Improving the health insurance prior authorization process","description":"Relative to the health insurance prior authorization process. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4616","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1136","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002924,"bill_number":"H1667","title":"Relative to safety and justice","description":"Relative to convictions and release of sexual offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4860","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1667","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2002925,"bill_number":"H1212","title":"Relative to emergency insulin access","description":"Relative to emergency insulin access. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4944","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1212","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002926,"bill_number":"H3302","title":"To establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3302","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2002927,"bill_number":"H1249","title":"Relative to PANDAS/PANS screening in medical/clinical settings","description":"Relative to PANDAS/PANS screening in medical/clinical settings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5040","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1249","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2002928,"bill_number":"H137","title":"Clarifying the definition of agriculture","description":"Relative to the definition of agriculture. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H137","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002929,"bill_number":"H83","title":"Establishing a special legislative commission to study load growth due to AI and data centers","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special legislative commission (including members of the General Court) to study load growth due to AI and data centers. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H83/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H83","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002930,"bill_number":"H206","title":"Fast-tracking adoptions for children in DCF custody","description":"Relative to providing that certain foster care children have the right to be emancipated from their biological parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H206","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2002931,"bill_number":"H789","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"For legislation to create safe environments for home care workers and consumers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4306","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H789","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002932,"bill_number":"H3710","title":"Relative to driver education","description":"For legislation to include a module on the science related to the impairment effects of marijuana in driver education courses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4780","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3710","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2002933,"bill_number":"H2908","title":"Souza's Law - Change MassDOT Highway workers from Group 1 to Group 4","description":"For legislation to include certain highway workers in the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2908","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2002934,"bill_number":"H580","title":"Relative to wages for substitute teacher","description":"Relative to wages for substitute teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H580","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002935,"bill_number":"H223","title":"Relative to a livable wage for human services workers","description":"Relative to a livable wage for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H223","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002936,"bill_number":"H1976","title":"To track the implementation of the Brangan ruling","description":"Relative to the reporting of bail and charges to the Committee for Public Counsel Services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1976","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002937,"bill_number":"H1382","title":"To promote continuity of health coverage for children","description":"For legislation to promote continuity of health coverage for children eligible for MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1382","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2002938,"bill_number":"H3560","title":"To allow all green communities grants to be used for solar panels on municipal rooftops and land","description":"For legislation to allow all green communities grants to be used for solar panels on municipal rooftops and land. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3560","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2002939,"bill_number":"H334","title":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate the potential for beneficial economic impact from minimum pricing laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H334","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2002940,"bill_number":"H2523","title":"Promoting radon testing","description":"By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and Patrick Joseph Kearney 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4729","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2523","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002941,"bill_number":"H3178","title":"Establishing an electric agricultural and landscape equipment tax credit","description":"Relative to establishing an electric agricultural and landscape equipment tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5371 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3178","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2002942,"bill_number":"H222","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation to authorize agricultural healthy incentives program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H222","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002943,"bill_number":"H532","title":"Relative to the teacher leadership program","description":"For legislation to establish a teacher leadership program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H532","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002944,"bill_number":"H3790","title":"Designating a certain intersection in the town of Pembroke as the Lavina A. Hatch corner","description":"Relative to designating a certain intersection in the town of Pembroke as the Lavina A. Hatch corner. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3790","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2002945,"bill_number":"H2839","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2839","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2002946,"bill_number":"H2238","title":"Relative to rate fairness for water and sewer ratepayers under the jurisdiction of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation to require the State Auditor to audit cities and towns for certain assessments charged for the furnishing of sewer or water services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2238","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2002947,"bill_number":"H3134","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3134","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002948,"bill_number":"H2998","title":"Authorizing Thomas Harmon to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos (with the approval of the county commissioners) that Thomas Harmon be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2998","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2002949,"bill_number":"H865","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H865","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002951,"bill_number":"H3468","title":"Relative to utility bills","description":"Relative to the listing on utility bill of discounts available to seniors, veterans or persons with disabilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3468","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2002952,"bill_number":"H185","title":"To remove HCA real estate barriers to equitable participation in the cannabis industry","description":"For legislation to remove host community agreement real estate barriers to equitable participation in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H185","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2002953,"bill_number":"H249","title":"Relative to financial literacy","description":"Relative to financial literacy. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H249","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2002954,"bill_number":"H3309","title":"Facilitating access to justice in the city of Cambridge","description":"Relative to the former probate court space in the Middlesex South registry of deeds building. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3309","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2002955,"bill_number":"H2984","title":"Relative to pension divestment from companies providing military equipment to the State of Israel","description":"Relative to the divestment of state pension funds from companies providing military equipment to the State of Israel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2984","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002956,"bill_number":"H496","title":"Protecting the Commonwealth’s gaming industry","description":"Relative to the gaming industry of the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5269","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H496","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002957,"bill_number":"H1161","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1161","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2002958,"bill_number":"H1534","title":"Relative to a commission to study access to emotional support animals in residential housing","description":"Relative to access to emotional support animals in residential housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1534","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2002959,"bill_number":"H1129","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1129","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002960,"bill_number":"H1719","title":"To further protect children","description":"Relative to the reporting of missing children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1719","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2002961,"bill_number":"H3867","title":"To increase the annuity for disabled veterans and their families","description":"For legislation to increase the annuity for disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3867","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2002962,"bill_number":"H2469","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"Relative to the discontinuance of health service. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2469","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2002963,"bill_number":"H3418","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain parcels of land to the city of Framingham","description":"By Representatives Sousa of Framingham and Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Priscila S. Sousa and Jack Patrick Lewis that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Framingham to said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3418","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2002964,"bill_number":"H3506","title":"Relative to digital inclusion for seniors","description":"For legislation to establish a low-income senior internet subsidy program to provide financial assistance to eligible seniors for internet services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3506","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2002965,"bill_number":"H3532","title":"Relative to renewable energy production technologies","description":"Relative to renewable energy production technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3532","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2002966,"bill_number":"H2635","title":"Creating an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2635","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2002967,"bill_number":"H3073","title":"Supporting families through enhanced tax credits","description":"For legislation to support families through enhanced tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3073","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002968,"bill_number":"H1737","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1737","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2002969,"bill_number":"H862","title":"Regarding the recall of elected officers of the town of Sharon","description":"Relative to the recall of elected officers in the town of Sharon. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H862","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002970,"bill_number":"H881","title":"Relative to voter registration","description":"Relative to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H881","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2002971,"bill_number":"H186","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H186","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2002972,"bill_number":"H3180","title":"Relative to a first-time homebuyer tax credit","description":"Relative to a first-time homebuyer tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3180","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2002973,"bill_number":"H2180","title":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","description":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2180","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2002974,"bill_number":"H561","title":"Advancing Massachusetts from STEM to STEAM","description":"For legislation to further regulate the STEM program. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H561","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2002975,"bill_number":"H671","title":"Relative to undesignated glucagon rescue therapies in schools","description":"Relative to undesignated glucagon rescue therapies in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H671","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002976,"bill_number":"H1658","title":"To enhance fairness and increase positive outcomes for children","description":"Relative to the use of electronic monitoring of juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1658","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2002977,"bill_number":"H1504","title":"Relative to mobile homes as affordable housing","description":"Relative to the inclusion of mobile homes in the definition of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1504","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002978,"bill_number":"H1461","title":"To support access to vocational schools","description":"For legislation to make certain nursing students eligible for the MassReconnect scholarship program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1461","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2002979,"bill_number":"H3444","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3444","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2002980,"bill_number":"H511","title":"Ensuring language readiness in deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten","description":"Relative to the language readiness of deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H511","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2002982,"bill_number":"H696","title":"Establishing a commission regarding phones in schools","description":"Relative to the presence of students’ phones in schools and classrooms and their effect on educational outcomes and student mental health. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H696","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2002983,"bill_number":"H3591","title":"Ensuring our freedom to read in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to encourage the improvement of free libraries and library systems. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3594","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3591","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002984,"bill_number":"H584","title":"To ensure fairness and safety in school sports","description":"Relative to sports teams at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H584","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2002985,"bill_number":"H2156","title":"Providing hazard pay and protection for essential workers during a declared public health state of emergency","description":"Relative to providing hazard pay and protection for essential workers during a declared state of emergency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2156","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2002986,"bill_number":"H1809","title":"Relative to protection of a deceased family member against foreclosure and other civil action","description":"Relative to protection of deceased family members against foreclosure and other civil action. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1809","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2002987,"bill_number":"H527","title":"Developing a Portrait of a Graduate","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to identify competencies that schools will support students to develop upon graduation from high school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H527","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002988,"bill_number":"H1765","title":"Establishing the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act","description":"For legislation to establish the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5056","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1765","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2002989,"bill_number":"H3557","title":"Relative to reporting on double poles","description":"Relative to reporting on double poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3557","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2002990,"bill_number":"H2859","title":"Establishing job permanency for MADOC instructors","description":"Relative to establishing job permanency for Department of Correction instructors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2859","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2002991,"bill_number":"H3041","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3041","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2002992,"bill_number":"H3224","title":"Establishing a tax for online advertising","description":"Relative to establishing a tax for online advertising. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3224","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2002993,"bill_number":"H1648","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1648","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2002994,"bill_number":"H578","title":"Relative to vocational and trade school classes for public school students","description":"Relative to vocational and trade school classes for public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H578","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2002995,"bill_number":"H3052","title":"Relative to public benefit corporations","description":"For legislation to provide preferential tax rates to certain public benefit corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3052","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2002997,"bill_number":"H3643","title":"Relative to junior operators","description":"For legislation to establish a junior operator’s license fund to be administered by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3643","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2002998,"bill_number":"H3408","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4823","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3408","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2002999,"bill_number":"H794","title":"Clarifying responsibility for policy and budgetary decision-making in nursing homes","description":"Relative to policy and budgetary decision-making in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H794","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003000,"bill_number":"H1361","title":"To address health care costs through the cost benchmark and rate review processes","description":"Relative to health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1361","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2003001,"bill_number":"H3088","title":"Creating a 'Chapter 62F calculations' study group of fiscal harms caused by excluding new local tax revenue from \"allowable state tax revenue\" calculations and other such calculations","description":"Relative to creating a Chapter 62F calculations study group of fiscal harms caused by excluding new local tax revenue from \"allowable state tax revenue\" calculations and other such calculations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3088","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2003002,"bill_number":"H3425","title":"Establishing an Office of Economic Empowerment","description":"For legislation to establish an office of economic empowerment within the office of the State Treasurer. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3425","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003003,"bill_number":"H2838","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2838","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003004,"bill_number":"H2044","title":"Relative to petit treason","description":"Relative to petit treason. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2044","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003005,"bill_number":"H2475","title":"Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities","description":"Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2465","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2475","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003009,"bill_number":"H2625","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2625","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003010,"bill_number":"H1469","title":"Promoting housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program","description":"Relative to housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1469","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2003011,"bill_number":"H1625","title":"Relative to the assault on and aggravated harassment of sports officials","description":"Relative to assault upon and aggravated harassment of sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1625","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003012,"bill_number":"H1881","title":"Granting Indian tribes access to the Massachusetts courts","description":"Relative to Indian tribe access to the Massachusetts courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1881","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003013,"bill_number":"H1078","title":"To allow municipalities to deposit in credit unions","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to invest in credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1078","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2003014,"bill_number":"H848","title":"Relative to campaign finance reform","description":"Relative to campaign finance reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H848","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003015,"bill_number":"H2002","title":"Relative to parental visitation and custody for children of rape victims","description":"Relative to parental visitation and custody for children of rape victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2002","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2003016,"bill_number":"H2360","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2360","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003018,"bill_number":"H957","title":"Establishing a commission to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways","description":"By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition of Jessica Ann Giannino for an investigation by a special commission to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H957","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003019,"bill_number":"H3510","title":"Relative to internet service provider data","description":"Relative to internet service provider data. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3510","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003020,"bill_number":"H3437","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on infrastructure resilience","description":"Relative to infrastructure resilience. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3437","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003021,"bill_number":"H3368","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3368","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2003022,"bill_number":"H2404","title":"Relative to increased availability of opioid antagonist medication","description":"Relative to increased availability of opioid antagonist medication. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2404","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2003024,"bill_number":"H2124","title":"To protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages","description":"For legislation to protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2124","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003025,"bill_number":"H1225","title":"Ensuring sufficient notice to homeowners by insurance companies prior to an inspection","description":"Relative to ensuring sufficient notice to homeowners by insurance companies prior to inspections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1225","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003026,"bill_number":"H2858","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2858","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2003027,"bill_number":"H1620","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1620","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003028,"bill_number":"H3445","title":"To promote solar panel installations on school property","description":"For legislation to promote solar panel installations on school property. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3445","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003029,"bill_number":"H2699","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2699","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2003030,"bill_number":"H2785","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2785","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003032,"bill_number":"H2283","title":"To safeguard municipal permitting","description":"Relative to municipal permitting. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2283","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003033,"bill_number":"H2609","title":"Relative to successful transition and re-entry to tomorrow for incarcerated persons","description":"Relative to successful transitions and re-entries for incarcerated persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2609","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003034,"bill_number":"H508","title":"To prevent concussion and head injury","description":"Relative to head gear for students who participate in soccer contests. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H508","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2003036,"bill_number":"H3462","title":"Relative to municipal authority in public rights of way","description":"Relative to authorizing municipalities to relocate certain utility poles, wires or attachments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3462","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003037,"bill_number":"H2445","title":"Preserving essential services in our hospitals","description":"Relative to essential services in hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2445","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003038,"bill_number":"H328","title":"Relative to the sale of wines and malt beverages by food stores","description":"Relative to the sale of wines and malt beverages by food stores. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H328","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003039,"bill_number":"H2051","title":"To end lifetime parole for juveniles and emerging adults","description":"For legislation to limit sentencing for juveniles and youth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2051","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003040,"bill_number":"H1349","title":"Expanding access to banking and commercial insurance for underserved microbusinesses and small businesses","description":"Relativerelative to improve access to commercial insurance for microbusinesses and small businesses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1349","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003041,"bill_number":"H588","title":"Relative to establishing the gateway city public school driver education program","description":"Relative to establishing the gateway city public school driver education program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H588","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2003042,"bill_number":"H653","title":"To support community-based schools","description":"For legislation to support community-based schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H653","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003043,"bill_number":"H340","title":"Relative to clarifying the self-storage law for consumers","description":"For legislation to clarify self-storage laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H340","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003044,"bill_number":"H3822","title":"Relative to enhancing public service pension equity for veterans","description":"Relative to enhancing public service pension for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3822","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003045,"bill_number":"H469","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. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H469","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2003046,"bill_number":"H860","title":"Relative to early voting and vote by mail","description":"Relative to early voting and vote by mail. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H860","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2003047,"bill_number":"H2339","title":"Relative to guidelines for MBTA communities","description":"Relative to determining if MBTA communities are in compliance with certain community zoning ordinances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2339","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003049,"bill_number":"H3861","title":"Enhancing burial expenses for veterans","description":"Relative to enhancing burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3861","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003051,"bill_number":"H2352","title":"Relative to parking permit fees","description":"Relative to parking permit fees charged by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2352","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003052,"bill_number":"H1191","title":"Improving access to infertility treatment","description":"Relative to infertility treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4551","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1191","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003053,"bill_number":"H3049","title":"To exempt certain personal protection equipment from sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt certain personal protection equipment from sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3049","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003054,"bill_number":"H569","title":"Regarding school transportation funding","description":"Relative to school transportation funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H569","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2003055,"bill_number":"H943","title":"Relative to dogs brought into the Commonwealth by animal rescue organizations","description":"Relative to dogs brought into the Commonwealth by animal rescue organizations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H967","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H943","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003056,"bill_number":"H449","title":"Eliminating forced broker's fees","description":"For legislation to further regulate broker's fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H449","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003057,"bill_number":"H1698","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1698","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003058,"bill_number":"H2106","title":"Relative to bereavement leave","description":"Relative to bereavement leave under the family and medical leave act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5302","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2106","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003059,"bill_number":"H581","title":"Relative to educational freedom","description":"For legislation to create promise scholarship accounts composed of state funds deposited on behalf of participating students to be used for qualified education expenses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H581","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003060,"bill_number":"H1188","title":"Relative to trans-inclusive health care access","description":"Relative to healthcare coverage for certain gender affirming care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5397 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1188","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003061,"bill_number":"H3601","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4840","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3601","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003062,"bill_number":"H2746","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2746","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2003063,"bill_number":"H3549","title":"To remove woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants","description":"For legislation to remove woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3549","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003064,"bill_number":"H182","title":"To create cannabis career pathways to incarcerated individuals","description":"By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition of Chynah Tyler that the Cannabis Control Commission conduct a study on programs and partnerships to encourage the employment of formerly incarcerated individuals in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H182","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003065,"bill_number":"H3714","title":"Establishing distinctive license plates for Army combat veterans","description":"For legislation to establish distinctive license plates for certain Army combat veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3714","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003066,"bill_number":"H3354","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3354","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003067,"bill_number":"H2664","title":"Establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations","description":"Relative to establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2664","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2003068,"bill_number":"H254","title":"To replace stolen benefits","description":"For legislation to replace stolen transitional assistance financial assistance program benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H214","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H254","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003069,"bill_number":"H1956","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1956","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003070,"bill_number":"H1181","title":"To redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs","description":"By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire that the Division of Insurance be authorized to impose an assessment to support expenses associated with the delivery of health care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4940","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1181","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003071,"bill_number":"H3432","title":"Relative to assessing the costs of unemployment fraud","description":"By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn that the State Auditor conduct a comprehensive audit of the Department of Unemployment Assistance to determine the level of unemployment fraud during the 2019 novel coronavirus pandemic. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5167","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3432","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003072,"bill_number":"H1486","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1486","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003073,"bill_number":"H1094","title":"Relative to notifying broker prior to termination of coverage","description":"Relative to insurers notifying agents prior to termination of certain insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1094","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2003074,"bill_number":"H1906","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1906","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003075,"bill_number":"H258","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H258","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003076,"bill_number":"H2946","title":"Enabling employees on unpaid parental leave to purchase creditable service","description":"Relative to enabling employees on unpaid parental leave to purchase creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4901","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2946","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003077,"bill_number":"H2537","title":"Relative to primary care access","description":"Relative to primary care access. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2537","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2003078,"bill_number":"H1782","title":"Relative to the protection of children","description":"Relative to the protection of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1782","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003079,"bill_number":"H982","title":"Relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations","description":"Relative to right of entry of solid waste disposal facilities to prevent environmental violations. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H982","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003080,"bill_number":"H3270","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax code","description":"Relative to the estate tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3270","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003082,"bill_number":"H1314","title":"Enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care","description":"Relative to enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4899","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1314","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003083,"bill_number":"H1875","title":"To protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers","description":"Relative to operating under the influence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1875","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003084,"bill_number":"H3598","title":"Protecting against attempts to ban, remove, or restrict library access to materials","description":"For legislation to further regulate access to certain library materials. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3594","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3598","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003085,"bill_number":"H3284","title":"Relative to public hiring preference for veterans, peace corps, americorps and commonwealth corps workers","description":"Relative to public hiring preference for veterans, peace corps, americorps and commonwealth corps workers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3284","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003086,"bill_number":"H1351","title":"Ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism","description":"Relative to ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1351","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2003087,"bill_number":"H1321","title":"Relative to transparency of consumer health insurance rights","description":"Relative to the display of information on enrollment cards of health plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1321","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2003088,"bill_number":"H2364","title":"Providing safeguards for home healthcare workers","description":"For legislation to further regulate annual workplace safety training for home healthcare workers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2364","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003089,"bill_number":"H589","title":"Relative to science curriculum standards","description":"Relative to science curriculum standards. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H589","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003090,"bill_number":"H2237","title":"Regarding a minor's consent to substance use treatment","description":"Relative to a minor's consent to substance use treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2237","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2003091,"bill_number":"H1282","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1110","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1282","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2003092,"bill_number":"H2802","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the department of mental health","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2802","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003093,"bill_number":"H2917","title":"Relative to employees of the Dedham Westwood Water District","description":"For legislation to further regulate the buy back of creditable service in the retirement system of Norfolk County by certain Dedham-Westwood Water District employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2917","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003094,"bill_number":"H2400","title":"Measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to measure the impact of Long COVID. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4609","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2400","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003096,"bill_number":"H1951","title":"ERPO Study Commission","description":"For legislation to create a commission (including members of the General Court) to study extreme risk protection orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1951","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003097,"bill_number":"H2913","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2913","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003098,"bill_number":"H1727","title":"Relative to increasing racial diversity among judges in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to increasing racial diversity among judges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1727","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2003099,"bill_number":"H1369","title":"To strengthen supportive housing and reduce healthcare costs for low-income seniors","description":"Relative to supportive housing and healthcare costs for low-income seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1369","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003100,"bill_number":"H1714","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1714","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003101,"bill_number":"H2571","title":"Creating a municipal and public safety building authority","description":"Relative to creating a municipal and public safety building authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2571","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003102,"bill_number":"H549","title":"To regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H549","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003103,"bill_number":"H3189","title":"To establish a vendors’ collection allowance","description":"For legislation to establish a vendors’ collection allowance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3189","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003104,"bill_number":"H388","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H388","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2003105,"bill_number":"H2744","title":"Relative to veterans' buyback","description":"Relative to veterans' buyback for certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2744","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2003106,"bill_number":"H1640","title":"To modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board","description":"Relative to the roles and responsibilities of the Victim and Witness Assistance Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1640","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003107,"bill_number":"H694","title":"To preserve local control of Chapter 74 admissions policies","description":"Relative to admissions policies for vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H694","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003108,"bill_number":"H971","title":"Establishing a pilot program for nature-based solutions to climate change","description":"For legislation to establish a climate change superfund and promoting polluter responsibility. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H971","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003109,"bill_number":"H3294","title":"Relative to access to statements of financial interest","description":"Relative to access to statements of financial interest. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3294","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003110,"bill_number":"H134","title":"Relative to agricultural crop and property destruction","description":"Relative to operating off-highway or recreational vehicles that damage or destroy certain field crop products or agricultural property. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H134","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2003111,"bill_number":"H3599","title":"Relative to certain easements","description":"Relative to certain easements at Chappaquiddick, Dudley, Gay Head, Herring Pond and Mashpee. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5373","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3599","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2003112,"bill_number":"H1615","title":"Preventing an individual’s image and voice from exploitation","description":"Relative to preventing an individual’s image and voice from exploitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1615","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003113,"bill_number":"H993","title":"Permitting bow hunting on Sunday","description":"For legislation to permit bow hunting on Sunday. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H993","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003115,"bill_number":"H2688","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2688","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003116,"bill_number":"H603","title":"Relative to enhancing civic education in Massachusetts public schools","description":"Relative to civic education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H603","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2003117,"bill_number":"H1513","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1513","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003118,"bill_number":"H2138","title":"To ensure adequate coverage of funeral expenses in cases of work-related death","description":"For legislation to ensure adequate coverage of funeral expenses in cases of work-related death. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2138","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003119,"bill_number":"H844","title":"Relative to pay-to-play schemes","description":"Relative to political contributions by investment advisors doing business with public entities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H844","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003120,"bill_number":"H1602","title":"Relative to uniform real property electronic recordings","description":"Relative to uniform real property electronic recordings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1602","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003121,"bill_number":"H3012","title":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property","description":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property in written returns of information to determine the valuation of real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5236","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3012","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003122,"bill_number":"H2131","title":"Relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits","description":"For legislation to further regulate workers' compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5361","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2131","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003123,"bill_number":"H2484","title":"Relative to anesthesiologist assistants","description":"Relative to anesthesiologist assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2484","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003124,"bill_number":"H2742","title":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for retired public employees of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for retired public employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2742","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003125,"bill_number":"H3729","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3729","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003126,"bill_number":"H72","title":"Relative to the oversight of cable contracts","description":"Relative to the oversight of cable contracts. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H72/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H72","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2003127,"bill_number":"H752","title":"Strengthening transitional planning and increasing accountability for persons with disabilities and their families","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and review current practices and gaps in services of disabled persons whose entitlement to services under special education programs has terminated or will terminate. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H752","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2003128,"bill_number":"H663","title":"Relative to educational equity for gifted and beyond grade-level children","description":"Relative to education for gifted and beyond grade-level children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H622","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H663","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2003129,"bill_number":"H652","title":"Providing for diabetes management in schools","description":"Relative to providing for diabetes management in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H652","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003130,"bill_number":"H1293","title":"Relative to preserving consumer choice in the purchase of motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1293","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2003131,"bill_number":"H2751","title":"Relative to evaluations on a retired veteran disability","description":"Relative to evaluations on certain veterans retired for disability. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2751","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2003133,"bill_number":"H1644","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4996","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1644","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003134,"bill_number":"H3467","title":"Establishing solar neighborhoods","description":"Relative to establishing solar neighborhoods. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3467","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003135,"bill_number":"H1763","title":"Relative to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism","description":"Relative to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1763","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003136,"bill_number":"H1043","title":"Relative to the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee","description":"Relative to the membership of the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1043","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003137,"bill_number":"H2234","title":"Establishing alternative models for behavioral health transport","description":"For legislation to examine alternative models for transport of behavioral health patients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2234","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003138,"bill_number":"H422","title":"Relative to creating a voluntary licensure pathway for traditional Asian bodywork therapy practices","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of Asian bodywork therapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H422","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003139,"bill_number":"H3823","title":"Relative to assisting veterans in need","description":"Relative to authorized uses of veterans assistance funds in cities and towns. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3823","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003140,"bill_number":"H3799","title":"Relative to new vehicle inspections","description":"Relative to inspections of new motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3799","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003141,"bill_number":"H502","title":"Relative to business relocation after receiving state grant funding","description":"Relative to business relocation after receiving economic development incentive program grant funding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H502","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003142,"bill_number":"H1986","title":"Resolutions providing for the ratification of the child labor amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America","description":"By Representative Sangiolo of Newton (by request), a petition of Alexander Jablon for the adoption of resolutions providing for the ratification of the child labor amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1986","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2003143,"bill_number":"H3447","title":"Relative to containers, litter, ecology and nips (CLEAN Act)","description":"For legislation to include nip bottles and certain other containers in the bottle law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3447","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2003144,"bill_number":"H2726","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4360","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2726","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003145,"bill_number":"H1097","title":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance","description":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1097","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003148,"bill_number":"H2028","title":"Improving juvenile justice data collection","description":"Relative to improving juvenile justice data collection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2028","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003149,"bill_number":"H2270","title":"Authorizing the town of Avon to appoint a town clerk","description":"That the town of Avon be authorized to appoint a town clerk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4556","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2270","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003150,"bill_number":"H2311","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to study municipal licenses.","description":"Relative to the streamlining of municipal licenses for businesses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2311","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003151,"bill_number":"H2467","title":"To study the decriminalization of sex work","description":"For legislation to establish an interagency committee to study decriminalizing sex work. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4610","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003152,"bill_number":"H1054","title":"Providing parks pass waiver for veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from Division of State Parks and Recreation fees. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5145","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1054","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2003153,"bill_number":"H1257","title":"Relative to ensuring treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5041","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1257","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003154,"bill_number":"H1668","title":"To enforce support orders for adult children in need of support","description":"Relative to support orders for adult children in need of support. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1668","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2003155,"bill_number":"H2322","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2322","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003156,"bill_number":"H656","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to public schools choosing to teach human sexual education or human sexuality issues. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H656","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003157,"bill_number":"H2514","title":"Relative to the definition of disclosure, apology and early offer programs","description":"Relative to the definition of health care adverse outcome disclosure, apology and early offer programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2514","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003158,"bill_number":"H730","title":"Addressing school exclusion policies to remedy disparities in educational achievement","description":"Relative to exclusion policies in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H730","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003159,"bill_number":"H3184","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3184","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003160,"bill_number":"H1975","title":"Relative to adoptions","description":"Relative to adoptions outside of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1975","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003161,"bill_number":"H2711","title":"Relative to semiautomatic rifles and shotguns","description":"Relative to semiautomatic rifles and shotguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2711","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003162,"bill_number":"H2325","title":"Relative to ice cream truck vending","description":"Relative to ice cream truck vending. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2325","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003163,"bill_number":"H1562","title":"Relative to locksmiths and notice to property owners","description":"Relative to locksmiths changing locks on rental properties. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1562","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003164,"bill_number":"H1171","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4938","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1171","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003165,"bill_number":"H3556","title":"Relative to current and future electric rates","description":"Relative to the current and future cost of electricity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3556","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003166,"bill_number":"H3063","title":"Updating and expanding the renter's income tax deduction","description":"Relative to the income tax deduction for renters. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3063","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003167,"bill_number":"H522","title":"Relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H522","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003168,"bill_number":"H2631","title":"Relative to the transparency of electronic weapons and devices","description":"Relative to electronic weapons and devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2631","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2003169,"bill_number":"H461","title":"Relative to consumer health data","description":"Relative to consumer health data. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4807","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H461","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003170,"bill_number":"H1684","title":"To amend the civil rights law, in relation to reporting a non-emergency incident involving a member of a protected class","description":"Relative to reporting non-emergency incidents involving members of protected classes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1684","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003171,"bill_number":"H2495","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2495","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003172,"bill_number":"H1233","title":"Relative to insurance company rebates","description":"Relative to insurance company rebates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1233","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003174,"bill_number":"H1525","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. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1525","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003175,"bill_number":"H3499","title":"To promote low-income access to solar","description":"By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire that the Department of Energy Resources ensure equity, accessibility, and promote participation by renters and low-income retail electric customers in the solar incentive program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5291","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3499","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003176,"bill_number":"H3531","title":"Providing for natural gas workforce safety","description":"Relative to natural gas workforce safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3531","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003178,"bill_number":"H2232","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2232","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003179,"bill_number":"H2603","title":"To enhance child passenger safety","description":"Relative to further regulating child passenger restraints in motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2603","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003180,"bill_number":"H1356","title":"Relative to transparency of hospital and health system finances","description":"Relative to hospital and health system finances. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1356","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003181,"bill_number":"H3732","title":"Relative to third party delivery data reporting","description":"Relative to third party delivery data reporting. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3732","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003182,"bill_number":"H2979","title":"Relative to employees of the Commonwealth that are required to respond to crime scenes","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of forensic scientists employed at the Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory in the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2979","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003183,"bill_number":"H3121","title":"Ending large investor control of homes in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish an excise tax for certain applicable taxpayers in excess of the maximum permissible for single-family residences. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3121","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003184,"bill_number":"H2880","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Heather Leger","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Heather Leger for certain part-time work with the non-public Applewild school. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2880","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003185,"bill_number":"H3080","title":"Relative to embarkation fees","description":"Relative to the imposition of embarkation fees from ferry services. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3080","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2003186,"bill_number":"H680","title":"Relative to mental health counselors in schools","description":"Relative to mental health counselors in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H680","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2003187,"bill_number":"H3212","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3212","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003188,"bill_number":"H2936","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of William Coulter","description":"By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition of Edward R. Philips that the Massachusetts State Retirement Board provide a certain pension to Mary Coulter-Bennett, the surviving beneficiary of former State Police Detective Lieutenant William Coulter. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2936","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003189,"bill_number":"H2273","title":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to establish a fee for checkout bags","description":"That the town of Sudbury be authorized to establish a fee for retail establishment checkout bags in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2273","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2003190,"bill_number":"H3409","title":"Establishing the official ice cream flavor of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate cookies and Cream as the official ice cream flavor of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3409","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003191,"bill_number":"H1291","title":"Further clarifying the delivery of health care","description":"Relative to further clarifying the delivery of health care and dentistry. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5043","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1291","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2003192,"bill_number":"H1228","title":"To support behavioral health prevention for children","description":"Relative to behavioral health prevention for children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4893","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1228","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003193,"bill_number":"H3374","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B procurement through RFPs and cooperative contracts","description":"Relative to certain procurements through requests for proposals and cooperative contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3374","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003194,"bill_number":"H929","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H929","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003195,"bill_number":"H706","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"Relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H706","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2003196,"bill_number":"H963","title":"Further defining an environmental justice population","description":"Relative to further defining an environmental justice population. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H963","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003197,"bill_number":"H2661","title":"To improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites","description":"For legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2661","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2003198,"bill_number":"H343","title":"Requiring fair housing education for all real estate licensees","description":"For legislation to require real estate licensing education to include a fair housing training component. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H343","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003199,"bill_number":"H295","title":"Relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers","description":"Relative to Department of Transitional Assistance benefits for diapers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4911","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H295","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003200,"bill_number":"H1425","title":"To advance fairness, integrity, and excellence in higher education admissions","description":"Relative to higher education admissions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1425","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2003201,"bill_number":"H3807","title":"Relative to out of state operator’s motor vehicle license applications","description":"Relative to out of state operator motor vehicle license applications. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4787","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3807","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003202,"bill_number":"H1821","title":"Relative to jury duty parking fees","description":"Relative to jury duty parking fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1821","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003203,"bill_number":"H235","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for children in foster care","description":"Relative to establishing a bill of rights for children in foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H235","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2003204,"bill_number":"H733","title":"Relative to educator pay","description":"Relative to educators’ pay. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H733","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2003205,"bill_number":"H3170","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3170","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003206,"bill_number":"H1896","title":"Providing for the allowance of early evidence kits","description":"Relative to the admissibility of professional services that enable the early collection and storage of DNA after a sexual assault. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1896","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2003207,"bill_number":"H389","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H389","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003208,"bill_number":"H2224","title":"Relative to improving mental health care through innovation","description":"By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2224","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003210,"bill_number":"H166","title":"To eliminate excessive regulation of the cannabis industry","description":"For legislation to further regulate security requirements at marijuana establishments. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H166","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003211,"bill_number":"H304","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H304","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003212,"bill_number":"H294","title":"To establish the Leslie law","description":"Relative to surveillance in out-of-home care facilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H294","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003213,"bill_number":"H1347","title":"To improve sickle cell care","description":"Relative to sickle cell care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4555","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1347","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003214,"bill_number":"H3276","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3276","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003215,"bill_number":"H2665","title":"Relative to access to constitutional rights","description":"Relative to the issuance of licenses for firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2665","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003216,"bill_number":"H3507","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3507","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003217,"bill_number":"H2242","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands","description":"Relative to wetlands ordinances in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2242","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003218,"bill_number":"H1010","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1010","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003219,"bill_number":"H1206","title":"Relative to epinephrine injectors","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for epinephrine injectors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4943","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1206","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003223,"bill_number":"H3083","title":"Requiring public disclosures by publicly-traded corporate taxpayers","description":"Relative to requiring public disclosures by publicly-traded corporate taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3083","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2003224,"bill_number":"H3570","title":"To update vehicle emissions standards","description":"Relative to vehicle emissions standards for public and utility infrastructures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3570","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003225,"bill_number":"H198","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the department of developmental services","description":"For legislation to authorize video cameras to be installed at entrances, exits, and common areas of certain private facilities under the authority of the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H198","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003226,"bill_number":"H3875","title":"Relative to the establishment of a veterans research trust fund","description":"Relative to the establishment of a veterans research trust fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3875","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003227,"bill_number":"H600","title":"Relative to youth skin health","description":"Relative to the use of topical sunscreen products while on school property. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H600","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2003228,"bill_number":"H2887","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"Relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2887","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003229,"bill_number":"H276","title":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H276","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003230,"bill_number":"H440","title":"To allow non-profits to purchase alcohol from retail package stores for charitable events","description":"For legislation to allow certain non-profits to purchase and distribute certain limited quantities of alcohol from retail package stores for the purpose of hosting fundraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H442","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H440","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003231,"bill_number":"H748","title":"To promote healthy culture and climate within schools","description":"By Representative Walsh of Peabody, a petition of Thomas P. Walsh and Paul McMurtry that school administrators consider alternatives to suspension or expulsion of certain students. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H748","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003232,"bill_number":"H3244","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3244","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2003233,"bill_number":"H1430","title":"Relative to college credits for AP courses","description":"Relative to college credits for AP courses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1430","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003234,"bill_number":"H1088","title":"Relative to personal injury protection, benefits due and payable","description":"Relative to personal injury protection. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5029","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1088","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003235,"bill_number":"H1276","title":"Improving access to community behavioral health centers","description":"Relative to coverage for behavioral health bundled services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4897","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1276","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003236,"bill_number":"H878","title":"Relative to public information requests","description":"Relative to the availability of voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H878","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003237,"bill_number":"H1574","title":"Establishing a first-time home buyers bill of rights","description":"By Representative Walsh of Peabody, a petition of Thomas P. Walsh that home buyers be provided copies of the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency homebuyers’ guide. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1574","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003238,"bill_number":"H954","title":"Empowering vulnerable municipalities 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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H954","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2003239,"bill_number":"H420","title":"Relative to increasing professional licensure opportunities","description":"For legislation to further regulate professional and occupational licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H420","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003240,"bill_number":"H731","title":"Requiring accountability for inequities in suspension and expulsion or RAISE Act","description":"Relative to statewide targets for addressing persistent disparities in student achievement, suspension and expulsion through data reporting. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H731","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003241,"bill_number":"H1823","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1823","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003242,"bill_number":"H157","title":"Relative to prohibiting billboard advertisements of non-prescription marijuana","description":"Relative to prohibiting billboard advertisements of non-prescription marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H157","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2003244,"bill_number":"H3648","title":"Relative to veteran license plates","description":"Relative to veteran license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3648","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003245,"bill_number":"H1446","title":"Clarifying Meningococcal Vaccine Policy","description":"Relative to college student immunization for meningococcal disease. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1446","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2003246,"bill_number":"H311","title":"Adjusting the area median income","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H311","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003247,"bill_number":"H2401","title":"Providing for safe and consensual sensitive examinations","description":"Relative to safe and consensual sensitive examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4868","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2401","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003248,"bill_number":"H2240","title":"Relative to discharges from sober homes","description":"Relative to discharges from sober homes. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2240","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003249,"bill_number":"H2684","title":"Relative to the return of firearms","description":"Relative to the return of firearms stored at private businesses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2684","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003250,"bill_number":"H2168","title":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes","description":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2168","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003251,"bill_number":"H622","title":"Relative to an expert panel on the education of advanced and gifted students","description":"By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition of Meghan K. Kilcoyne that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to establish an advisory panel for the development of advanced and gifted students. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H622","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003252,"bill_number":"H1865","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"Relative to the penalty for causing high speed chases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1865","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003253,"bill_number":"H2533","title":"Relative to the safety of fire, police, and emergency medical technicians from contagious diseases","description":"Relative to presumptive disability retirement of certain fire, police, and emergency medical technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2533","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003254,"bill_number":"H1092","title":"To ensure affordable prescription medications through accountability standards","description":"Relative to prescription medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4489","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1092","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2003255,"bill_number":"H3250","title":"Relative to income tax relief for senior citizens","description":"Relative to income tax relief for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3250","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2003256,"bill_number":"H606","title":"Relative to universal prekindergarten access","description":"For legislation relative to universal prekindergarten access. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H606","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2003257,"bill_number":"H681","title":"Relative to combating violence in schools","description":"By Representative Reyes of Lawrence, a petition of Estela A. Reyes that school councils provide packets and trainings for managing children's wellbeing at home. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H681","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2003259,"bill_number":"H237","title":"Authorizing the Executive office of Health and Human Services to establish a direct care worker medication administration program registry","description":"By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition of Brandy Fluker-Reid, Samantha Montaño and Daniel Cahill that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services be authorized to establish a direct care worker medication administration program registry. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4919","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H237","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003260,"bill_number":"H3563","title":"To establish a carbon fee and cash-back program","description":"For legislation to establish a carbon fee and cash-back program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3563","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003261,"bill_number":"H3064","title":"Relative to bilingual educators and dual language certification incentives","description":"For legislation to establish a separate fund to be known as the bilingual education trust fund in support of bilingual educators and dual language certification incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3064","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2003262,"bill_number":"H3287","title":"To form a special commission to conduct an audit on all abandoned state properties and determine the feasibility of repurposing them into drug addiction treatment facilities","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to conduct an audit on all abandoned state properties and determine the feasibility of repurposing them into drug addiction treatment facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3287","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003263,"bill_number":"H3785","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3785","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2003264,"bill_number":"H2318","title":"Providing for municipal meeting postponement due to inclement weather","description":"Relative to providing for municipal meeting postponement due to inclement weather. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2318","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003265,"bill_number":"H2886","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2886","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003267,"bill_number":"H2874","title":"Relative to the Group Insurance Commission and Medicare migration","description":"Relative to the Group Insurance Commission and Medicare health benefit supplement plans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2874","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003268,"bill_number":"H2173","title":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board","description":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2173","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003269,"bill_number":"H398","title":"Relative to disclosure notice in the right to repair motor vehicle data law","description":"Relative to disclosure notice in the right to repair motor vehicle data law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003270,"bill_number":"H535","title":"Relative to student voice","description":"Relative to members of student advisory committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H535","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2003271,"bill_number":"H926","title":"To save recycling costs in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to recycling costs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H926","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003272,"bill_number":"H3385","title":"Further defining fraud in public construction contracts","description":"Relative to further defining fraud in public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3385","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003273,"bill_number":"H337","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H337","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003274,"bill_number":"H1362","title":"Relative to defining invasive surgical procedures","description":"Relative to defining certain invasive surgical procedures. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1362","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2003276,"bill_number":"H455","title":"Relative to the dental licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to a interstate dental and dental hygiene licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H455","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003277,"bill_number":"H2516","title":"Establishing an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing an advisory committee (including members of the General Court) on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2516","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003278,"bill_number":"H3603","title":"Relative to the certification of inspection for new motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the certification of inspection for new motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3603","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003279,"bill_number":"H3300","title":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts","description":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3300","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003280,"bill_number":"H2536","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2536","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2003281,"bill_number":"H310","title":"To establish a commission to review equitable city planning and development","description":"For legislation to establish within the Department of Housing and Community Development a commission to review equitable city planning and development. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H310","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003282,"bill_number":"H1706","title":"To encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care","description":"For legislation to encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1706","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003283,"bill_number":"H1243","title":"Relative to housing rehabilitation grant programs","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1243","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003284,"bill_number":"H2312","title":"Regarding municipal zoning powers","description":"Relative to municipal zoning powers in relation to the installation of solar energy systems. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2312","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003285,"bill_number":"H2205","title":"Expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians","description":"Relative to loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4666","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2205","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003286,"bill_number":"H1857","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts interstate depositions and discovery act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5056","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1857","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003287,"bill_number":"H2736","title":"Relative to the security of exercise equipment and free weights in correctional institutions","description":"Relative to the security of exercise equipment and free weights in correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2736","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003288,"bill_number":"H488","title":"Relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund","description":"Relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5269","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H488","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003289,"bill_number":"H2546","title":"Related to unborn victims of Down Syndrome","description":"Relative to unborn victims of Down Syndrome. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2546","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2003290,"bill_number":"H448","title":"To facilitate the purchase of certain event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the purchase of event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H448","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2003291,"bill_number":"H2966","title":"Relative to capping earning in retirement","description":"Relative to payment of pensioners for services after retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2966","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2003292,"bill_number":"H1923","title":"To promote public safety and better outcomes for youth","description":"Relative to the age of criminal majority. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1923","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003293,"bill_number":"H3765","title":"Relative to obstructed views while driving","description":"Relative to obstructed views while driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3765","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003294,"bill_number":"H1852","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1852","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003295,"bill_number":"H336","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5095","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H336","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003296,"bill_number":"H2857","title":"Relative to court officers injured in service of the state","description":"Relative to court officers injured in service of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2857","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003297,"bill_number":"H221","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the feasibility of a diaper allowance","description":"Relative to an annual allowance to be used to purchase diapers for recipients of the Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4911","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H221","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003298,"bill_number":"H2909","title":"Relative to the disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)","description":"Relative to a post-traumatic stress disorder presumption for certain retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2909","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2003299,"bill_number":"H169","title":"To study supply and demand for cannabis cultivation","description":"By Representative Shand of Newburyport, a petition of Dawne Shand that the Cannabis Control Commission be authorized to study supply and demand for cannabis cultivation. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H169","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2003300,"bill_number":"H3061","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3061","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003301,"bill_number":"H1289","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1289","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003302,"bill_number":"H272","title":"To protect maternal health","description":"Relative to financial assistance for maternal health. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H272","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2003303,"bill_number":"H2258","title":"Relative to the Cotuit Fire District","description":"Relative to the Cotuit Fire District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2258","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2003304,"bill_number":"H3007","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3007","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003305,"bill_number":"H498","title":"To support rural job creation and business expansion","description":"By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition of Margaret R. Scarsdale, Natalie M. Blais and Lindsay N. Sabadosa that the Secretary of Economic Development establish a rural development initiative to support rural job creation and business expansion. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H498","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2003306,"bill_number":"H2831","title":"Establishing a credible service commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special legislative commission (including members of the General Court) to study the costs and feasibility of authorizing time served as an emergency medical technician, call firefighter, and police dispatcher to count for creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2831","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003308,"bill_number":"H1267","title":"Relative to unilateral contract changes","description":"For legislation to further regulate health insurance contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5020","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1267","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003309,"bill_number":"H2685","title":"To improve transparency and accountability in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to the right of persons incarcerated in correctional institutions, state prisons, jails or houses of correction to confer with news media representative. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2685","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003310,"bill_number":"H2878","title":"Amending 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2878","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2003311,"bill_number":"H241","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H241","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003312,"bill_number":"H3607","title":"Relative to vehicle registration plates of veterans","description":"Relative to vehicle registration plates of veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3607","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003313,"bill_number":"H684","title":"Concerning disposable menstrual products in schools","description":"Relative to providing for the availability of disposable menstrual products in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H684","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003314,"bill_number":"H2208","title":"To establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4668","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2208","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003315,"bill_number":"H2860","title":"Relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel","description":"Relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2860","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003317,"bill_number":"H3500","title":"To eliminate double utility poles and authorize municipal enforcement","description":"Relative to local ordinances to eliminate double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3500","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003318,"bill_number":"H1806","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1806","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2003319,"bill_number":"H3222","title":"Updating disabled veterans tax exemption totals","description":"Relative to disabled veterans tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3222","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003320,"bill_number":"H1661","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1661","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003321,"bill_number":"H1318","title":"Allowing for increased investment in health care providers","description":"Relative to contracts, loans and investments by non-profit hospitals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1318","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003322,"bill_number":"H702","title":"Establishing an elementary and secondary school robotics grant program","description":"For legislation to establish an elementary and secondary school robotics grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H702","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003323,"bill_number":"H1905","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1905","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003324,"bill_number":"H88","title":"Establishing a special commission on blockchain and cryptocurrency","description":"Relative to blockchain and cryptocurrency. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H88/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H88","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003325,"bill_number":"H3285","title":"Establishing the official marine flora of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the eelgrass as the official marine flora of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3285","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003329,"bill_number":"H2814","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2814","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2003330,"bill_number":"H1722","title":"Repealing an ill-considered family law statute","description":"Relative to repealing the legal parentage equality act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A), the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1722","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2003331,"bill_number":"H2650","title":"Relative to medical services","description":"Relative to definitions under the emergency medical services system law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2650","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003332,"bill_number":"H1023","title":"To establish a mattress recycling program in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a mattress recycling program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1023","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003333,"bill_number":"H3804","title":"To improve pedestrian safety","description":"Relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3804","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003334,"bill_number":"H1829","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1829","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003335,"bill_number":"H2620","title":"Repealing red flag laws","description":"Relative to repealing red flag laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2620","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2003336,"bill_number":"H3585","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the potential risks to cities and towns from the onshore electrical infrastructure supporting offshore wind energy generation projects","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the potential risks to cities and towns from the onshore electrical infrastructure supporting offshore wind energy generation projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3585","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003337,"bill_number":"H2594","title":"Relative to defining \"curios and relics\"","description":"Relative to firearms classified as \"curios and relics\". Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2594","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003338,"bill_number":"H2500","title":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine","description":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4607","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2500","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2003339,"bill_number":"H575","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. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H575","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003340,"bill_number":"H3826","title":"Resolve to study women veterans and the long-term effects of combat on motherhood","description":"By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition of Shirley B. Arriaga for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on women veterans and the long-term effects of combat on motherhood. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3826","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2003342,"bill_number":"H3735","title":"Relative to Massachusetts identification cards","description":"Relative to Massachusetts identification cards. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3735","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2003343,"bill_number":"H3008","title":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land","description":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3008","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003344,"bill_number":"H1110","title":"To protect consumers by further defining subprime loans","description":"For legislation to further define subprime loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1110","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003345,"bill_number":"H1393","title":"To promote graduate medical education","description":"By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition of Frank A. Moran and others that MassHealth make payments for certain graduate medical education training. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1393","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003346,"bill_number":"H1482","title":"To establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1482","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2003347,"bill_number":"H747","title":"To expand virtual school eligibility for school choice students","description":"Relative to virtual school eligibility for school choice students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H747","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003348,"bill_number":"H2019","title":"Ensuring equitable access to cannabis related expungement","description":"Relative to ensuring equitable access to cannabis related expungement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2019","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003349,"bill_number":"H3616","title":"Allowing cities and towns the authority to issue temporary parking identification placards to the temporarily disabled","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3616","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003350,"bill_number":"H478","title":"Relative to the sale of malt beverages produced by a pub brewery","description":"Relative to the sale of malt beverages produced by a pub brewery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H478","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2003351,"bill_number":"H145","title":"Expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis delivery","description":"For legislation to expand cannabis delivery. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4533","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H145","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003352,"bill_number":"H1431","title":"Expanding access to higher education tuition and fee waivers for adopted foster children","description":"Relative to higher education tuition and fee waivers for adopted foster children. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1431","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003353,"bill_number":"H566","title":"Relative to airway clearance devices","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to provide portable airway clearance devices on-site at school facilities where instructions are provided. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H566","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2003354,"bill_number":"H1402","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1402","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003355,"bill_number":"H2498","title":"To address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate temporary nursing agencies employment at skilled nursing facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2498","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2003356,"bill_number":"H1316","title":"Relative to preventing home insurers from forcing tree removal","description":"Relative to preventing home insurers from forcing tree removal. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1316","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2003357,"bill_number":"H1757","title":"Restoring the furlough program for incarcerated persons","description":"Relative to furlough programs for incarcerated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1757","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2003358,"bill_number":"H1784","title":"Relative to the enticement of children online","description":"Relative to the enticement of children online. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1784","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003359,"bill_number":"H1093","title":"Prohibiting certain insurance liens","description":"Relative to prohibiting certain insurance liens. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1093","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2003360,"bill_number":"H1767","title":"Requiring 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1767","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003361,"bill_number":"H1928","title":"Relative to accomplice and joint venture criminal liability","description":"Relative to accomplice and joint venture criminal liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4997","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1928","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2003362,"bill_number":"H200","title":"Establishing the deaf children's bill of rights","description":"Relative to the rights of deaf children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H200","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2003363,"bill_number":"H902","title":"Establishing an office of outdoor recreation","description":"By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition of Natalie M. Blais that the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs be authorized to establish the office of outdoor recreation. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H902","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003364,"bill_number":"H1140","title":"To remove barriers to patient care","description":"Relative to diagnostic evaluation by an advanced practice registered nurse. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4617","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1140","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2003365,"bill_number":"H2560","title":"Related to amending birth certificates","description":"For legislation to regulate changes to previously issued birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2560","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2003366,"bill_number":"H1983","title":"Relative to unlawful practices in the servicing and foreclosure of a subordinate mortgage","description":"Relative to the servicing and foreclosure of subordinate mortgages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1983","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2003367,"bill_number":"H196","title":"Maximizing participation in federal nutrition programs and improving customer service","description":"Relative to participation and customer service in federal nutrition programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H196","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003368,"bill_number":"H1302","title":"Relative to the remediation of home heating oil releases","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance coverage for the remediation of home heating oil releases. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1302","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003369,"bill_number":"H3123","title":"Relative to the repeal of the sales tax exemption for aircraft","description":"Relative to the repeal of the sales tax exemption for aircraft. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3123","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003371,"bill_number":"H3774","title":"Relative to third party delivery fees","description":"Relative to third party delivery fees and distributions to cities and towns for transportation infrastructure. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3774","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2003373,"bill_number":"H903","title":"Authorizing the establishment of old growth forest reserves","description":"For legislation to establish old growth forest reserves in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5216","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H903","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003374,"bill_number":"H1867","title":"Relative to emerging adult life sentences for first-degree murder","description":"Relative to emerging adult life sentences for first-degree murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1867","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003375,"bill_number":"H1877","title":"Relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker","description":"Relative to the offense of assault and battery upon transit workers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a new draft, see H4645","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1877","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":2003376,"bill_number":"H1011","title":"Relative to critical wildlife habitat management","description":"For legislation to establish a wildland acquisition account from monies received from the sale of wildland conservation stamps. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1011","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003377,"bill_number":"H439","title":"Relative to alcohol purchasing discounts","description":"Relative to alcohol purchasing discounts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H439","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003378,"bill_number":"H2134","title":"Relative to municipal unemployment insurance reform","description":"Relative to municipal unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2134","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003379,"bill_number":"H1175","title":"To provide homeowners with fair insurance premiums","description":"Relative to insurance premiums for homeowners. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1175","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2003380,"bill_number":"H3832","title":"Defining \"Gold Star families\"","description":"For legislation to define \"Gold Star families\". Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3832","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2003381,"bill_number":"H2819","title":"Relative to retirement group reclassification","description":"Relative to retirement group reclassification for certain municipal police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2819","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2003382,"bill_number":"H3830","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3830","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003383,"bill_number":"H2680","title":"Requiring public safety vehicles to be equipped with emergency thermal blankets","description":"For legislation to require public safety vehicles to be equipped with emergency thermal blankets. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2680","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003384,"bill_number":"H3568","title":"Relative to prohibiting public utility and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands","description":"Relative to prohibiting public utility and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3568","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003385,"bill_number":"H1694","title":"Providing civil legal remedies for victims of economic abuse","description":"Relative to remedies for victims of economic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1694","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003386,"bill_number":"H3443","title":"Relative to the creation of a branch of the Boston Public Library within an affordable housing development in the Dorchester section of the City of Boston","description":"Relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain subsidized affordable housing project, including space for a branch library to be procured by the Boston Public Library, in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4680","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3443","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003387,"bill_number":"H3346","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the town of Bolton","description":"By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition of Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to the town of Bolton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5440","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3346","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2003388,"bill_number":"H3192","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3192","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2003389,"bill_number":"H299","title":"To improve management of business improvement districts","description":"For legislation to further regulate business improvement districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4756","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H299","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003390,"bill_number":"H2769","title":"Relative to retirement equity for parenting teachers","description":"Relative to creditable service for part-time employment for certain teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2769","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2003391,"bill_number":"H2634","title":"Relative to sexual assault by an officer","description":"Relative to indecent assault and battery committed by law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003392,"bill_number":"H975","title":"Authorizing the town of Newbury to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Newbury be authorized to prohibit use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H975","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2003393,"bill_number":"H3442","title":"Relative to transparency and accountability in procurement","description":"By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition of Christopher J. Worrell that the Supplier Diversity Office annually collect and report certain procurement activity related to certified business enterprises and non-certified businesses by businesses, nonprofit corporations, and state authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3442","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003394,"bill_number":"H870","title":"Granting the town of Acton the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"That the town of Acton be authorized to grant legal voting rights in municipal elections to town residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H870","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003395,"bill_number":"H397","title":"Relative to vehicle warranty fulfillment","description":"Relative to warranty for motor vehicles after certain sales. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H397","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003396,"bill_number":"H1688","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"Relative to penalties for unauthorized use of unmanned aerial vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4637","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1688","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2003397,"bill_number":"H1026","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the noise effects of hunting migratory game birds in neighborhoods and communities within established coastal zones","description":"Relative to the impacts, specific to noise, that persons hunting migratory game birds from a water craft have within the coastal zones. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1026","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003398,"bill_number":"H3390","title":"Adding an indigenous member to the Massachusetts Historical Commission","description":"Relative to adding an indigenous tribal member to the Massachusetts Historical Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3390","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2003400,"bill_number":"H2303","title":"Relative to special education reserve funds","description":"Relative to school district reserve funds to pay for unanticipated or unbudgeted costs for special education. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2303","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003401,"bill_number":"H888","title":"Relative to recreation on private tidelands","description":"Relative to recreation on private tidelands. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H888","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003402,"bill_number":"H476","title":"Relative to medical debt exclusion from creditor reports","description":"Relative to medical debt exclusion from creditor reports. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H476","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003403,"bill_number":"H675","title":"Establishing the school supplies for teachers program","description":"For legislation to establish a school supplies for teachers program. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H675","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003404,"bill_number":"H271","title":"Promoting the placement of foster children with family members and preventing discrimination against potential foster parents based on irrelevant convictions","description":"Relative to the placement of foster children with family members and preventing discrimination against potential foster parents based on irrelevant convictions. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H271","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2003406,"bill_number":"H2682","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relative to injured correctional officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2607","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2682","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003407,"bill_number":"H2903","title":"Relative to retiree work hours and pay limits","description":"Relative to retiree work hours and pay limits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2903","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003408,"bill_number":"H2538","title":"Establishing a fetal alcohol spectrum disorders program","description":"For legislation to establish a fetal alcohol spectrum disorders program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2538","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003409,"bill_number":"H2629","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2629","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003410,"bill_number":"H167","title":"To create a competitive cannabis testing program","description":"Relative to cannabis testing. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H167","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003411,"bill_number":"H3004","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to provide a residential exemption to senior citizens","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to provide residential exemptions to senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3004","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003412,"bill_number":"H2827","title":"Authorizing Jeremiah Z. Valli to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board","description":"For legislation to authorize Jeremiah Z. Valli to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2827","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2003413,"bill_number":"H2891","title":"Relative to pensions for children of public safety officers killed in the line of duty","description":"Relative to pensions for children of public safety officers killed in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2891","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003414,"bill_number":"H3555","title":"Relative to reporting on funds received from the Clean Energy Standard and future Clean Heat Standard program","description":"Relative to reporting on funds received from the Clean Energy Standard and future Clean Heat Standard program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3555","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003415,"bill_number":"H96","title":"To provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement","description":"Relative to the use of biometric recognition technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H96/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003416,"bill_number":"H746","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H746","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003417,"bill_number":"H1874","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Relative to health care decisions during periods of incapacity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1874","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003419,"bill_number":"H984","title":"Relative to water flow in the Central Plymouth County Water District","description":"Relative to water flow in the Central Plymouth County Water District. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H984","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003420,"bill_number":"H3242","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3242","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2003421,"bill_number":"H2451","title":"To improve access to family physicians","description":"Relative to requirements of certain health care applicants and trainees. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2451","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2003422,"bill_number":"H946","title":"Preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion","description":"Relative to preserving public trust rights in certain land affected by ocean erosion. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H946","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003423,"bill_number":"H2123","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2123","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2003424,"bill_number":"H3297","title":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture data reporting","description":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture data reporting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3297","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2003425,"bill_number":"H2812","title":"To provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits","description":"Relative to public employee retiree benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2812","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2003426,"bill_number":"H657","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H657","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003427,"bill_number":"H3118","title":"To establish a digital advertising revenue commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to conduct a comprehensive study relative to generating revenue from digital advertising. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5196","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3118","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003428,"bill_number":"H2655","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4767","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2655","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003429,"bill_number":"H1854","title":"Relative to fires and explosions","description":"Relative to the penalties for causing fires and explosions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1854","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003430,"bill_number":"H2197","title":"Ensuring access to addiction services","description":"Relative to access to addiction services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2197","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003431,"bill_number":"H213","title":"Ensuring access to behavioral health services for children involved with state agencies","description":"Relative to ensuring access to behavioral health services for children involved with state agencies. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H213","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003432,"bill_number":"H949","title":"To ensure safe drinking water for state funding eligibility in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water for state funding eligibility. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H949","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2003433,"bill_number":"H2885","title":"Relative to public safety dispatchers","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for public safety dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2885","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003434,"bill_number":"H695","title":"Relative to fees for student organizations","description":"Relative to fees for certain student organizations at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H695","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003435,"bill_number":"H590","title":"Relative to emergency stock supply of epinephrine in schools","description":"Relative to emergency stock supply of epinephrine in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H590","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003436,"bill_number":"H1967","title":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases","description":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4676","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1967","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003438,"bill_number":"H531","title":"Supporting families of students with disabilities","description":"Relative to school transportation cost reimbursement for families of students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H531","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003439,"bill_number":"H3305","title":"Designating June 7 as Tourette Syndrome awareness day","description":"For legislation to designate June 7 as Tourette Syndrome awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3305","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003440,"bill_number":"H1437","title":"Relative to transcript notations","description":"By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins and others that institutions of higher education adopt policies on academic transcript notations and appeals relating to sexual misconduct. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1437","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003441,"bill_number":"H2396","title":"Relative to safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities","description":"Relative to safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2396","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003442,"bill_number":"H457","title":"Relative to greenwashing in recycling","description":"For legislation to further regulate the packaging of consumer goods that contain deceptive or misleading claims about the recyclability of the product or packaging. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4810","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H457","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003443,"bill_number":"H2552","title":"Relative to student heart health","description":"Relative to the development and posting of guidelines and other relevant materials to inform and educate students about the symptoms and warning signs of heart disease. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2552","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003444,"bill_number":"H2515","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2515","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003445,"bill_number":"H2251","title":"Establishing a special fund for the festival of the hills receipts for the town of Conway","description":"That the town of Conway be authorized to establish a special fund for the festival of the hills receipts in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2251","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003446,"bill_number":"H2518","title":"Relative to environmental public health","description":"For legislation relative to environmental public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2518","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003447,"bill_number":"H1487","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1487","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003448,"bill_number":"H1930","title":"Empowering student-athletes through NIL rights","description":"Relative to name, image, or likeness rights for student-athletes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1930","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2003449,"bill_number":"H1759","title":"Regarding joint venture","description":"For legislation to provide equitable sentencing for felony and joint venture murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1759","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2003450,"bill_number":"H3198","title":"Relative to senior tax credits","description":"Relative to senior tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3198","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003451,"bill_number":"H111","title":"Promoting equity in agriculture","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to develop recommendations for supporting investments, policies and practices designed to promote equity in agriculture for socially disadvantaged groups. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H111","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003452,"bill_number":"H2519","title":"Promoting efficient environmental public health protections against cancer","description":"For legislation to establish the environmental public health trust fund for cancer surveillance and environmental data collection within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2519","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003453,"bill_number":"H3655","title":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","description":"By Representatives Domb of Amherst and Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Mindy Domb and Sean Garballey that the Registry of Motor Vehicles design certain envelopes to enhance effective communications and interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3655","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003454,"bill_number":"H3177","title":"Allowing peer-to-peer cardrooms","description":"Relative to authorizing and taxing of cardrooms, so-called. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3177","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2003455,"bill_number":"H3238","title":"Regarding late payments and interest rates for real estate bills and personal property taxes","description":"Relative to late payments and interest rates for real estate bills and personal property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3238","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003456,"bill_number":"H2690","title":"Relative to violation of regulation regarding hot work processes","description":"For legislation relative to violation of regulation regarding hot work processes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2690","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2003457,"bill_number":"H2035","title":"To prevent aiding, supporting, or enticing a child to runaway","description":"Relative to penalties for aiding, supporting, or enticing children to runaway. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2035","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003459,"bill_number":"H1629","title":"Relative to the indemnity of public employees","description":"Relative to the indemnity of public employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1629","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003460,"bill_number":"H3412","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ Veterans Day","description":"By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Montaño of Boston, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Samantha Montaño for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate September 20th as LGBTQ+ veterans day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3412","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003461,"bill_number":"H3289","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3289","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003462,"bill_number":"H3000","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of licensed drinking water operators","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of licensed drinking water operators. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3000","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003463,"bill_number":"H557","title":"Expanding reasons for excused absences from school to include mental or behavioral health","description":"Relative to excused absences from school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H557","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2003464,"bill_number":"H2359","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2359","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003465,"bill_number":"H435","title":"Amending successor supplier laws","description":"Relative to the right or obligation to sell items with brand names to wholesalers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4281","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H435","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2003466,"bill_number":"H2595","title":"Relative to the use of force equipment","description":"Relative to special state police officers and use of force equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2595","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003467,"bill_number":"H3235","title":"Relative to tax relief for low-income seniors and veterans","description":"Relative to tax relief for low-income seniors and veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3235","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003469,"bill_number":"H539","title":"Relative to healthy school lunches","description":"Relative to nutrition in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4562","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H539","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003470,"bill_number":"H2918","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2918","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2003471,"bill_number":"H968","title":"Establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program","description":"For legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H968","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2003473,"bill_number":"H2520","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2520","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003474,"bill_number":"H3167","title":"Expanding residential and senior tax exemptions","description":"Relative to residential and senior tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3167","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003475,"bill_number":"H2737","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2737","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003476,"bill_number":"H1044","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to study climate change staffing levels","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study climate change staffing levels. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1044","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2003477,"bill_number":"H108","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. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1041","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H108","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003478,"bill_number":"H1109","title":"To relative to an underinsurance issue","description":"Relative to motor vehicle underinsurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1109","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2003479,"bill_number":"H395","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H395","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003480,"bill_number":"H838","title":"Authorizing a special election in the city of Methuen to fill a vacancy in the Office of Mayor","description":"For legislation to authorize a special election in the city of Methuen to fill a vacancy in the office of Mayor. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H838","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2003481,"bill_number":"H2090","title":"Securing the application of Massachusetts law to employees of employers incorporated or operating in Massachusetts who provide their labor and services remotely","description":"Relative to remote employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2090","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003483,"bill_number":"H1912","title":"Relative to the land court permit session","description":"Relative to the land court permit session. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1912","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2003484,"bill_number":"H3128","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3128","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003485,"bill_number":"H1726","title":"Relative to criminal disposition of limited psilocybin possession offenses","description":"Relative to criminal disposition of limited psilocybin possession offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1726","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2003486,"bill_number":"H1036","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1036","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003487,"bill_number":"H1048","title":"Relative to increased protection of wildlife management areas","description":"Relative to increased protection of wildlife management areas. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5216","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1048","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003488,"bill_number":"H3045","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3045","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2003489,"bill_number":"H2958","title":"Authorizing Thomas Struthers to purchase creditable service from the Massachusetts teachers’ retirement board","description":"Relative to authorizing Thomas Struthers to purchase creditable service from the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2958","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2003490,"bill_number":"H3175","title":"Relative to increasing access for veterans tax exemptions","description":"Relative to increasing access for veterans tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3175","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2003491,"bill_number":"H3727","title":"Naming “The Bill Russell and Bob Cousy Highway”","description":"For legislation to dedicate a portion of the Massachusetts Turnpike as the Bill Russell and Bob Cousy highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5390","last_action_date":"2026-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3727","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003492,"bill_number":"H2362","title":"Relative to chaperones for medical exams","description":"Relative to chaperones for medical exams. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4868","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2362","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003493,"bill_number":"H3489","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3489","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003494,"bill_number":"H2248","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5118","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2248","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003495,"bill_number":"H259","title":"Relative to educational support for children in foster care","description":"Relative to educational support for children in foster care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4599","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H259","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003496,"bill_number":"H631","title":"To increase student access to career technical education schools and programs which are aligned with regional labor market needs","description":"For legislation to increase student access to career technical education schools and programs which are aligned with regional labor market needs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5174","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H631","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003497,"bill_number":"H3494","title":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility","description":"Relative to improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3494","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003498,"bill_number":"H2216","title":"Relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents","description":"Relative to anti-psychotic or other psychotropic. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2216","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003499,"bill_number":"H2773","title":"Defining person for retirement purposes","description":"For legislation to define the word “person” for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2773","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003500,"bill_number":"H2080","title":"To promote economic mobility through ESOL","description":"Relative to providing job training for workers with limited-English proficiency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2080","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2003502,"bill_number":"H3388","title":"Designating veterans suicide awareness and remembrance day","description":"By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition of Joan Meschino and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate September 22 as military service members and veterans suicide awareness and remembrance day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3388","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2003503,"bill_number":"H3513","title":"To ensure notice to abutter communities of applications to the department of public utilities","description":"Relative to notice to abutter communities of applications to the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3513","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003504,"bill_number":"H1748","title":"Relative to preventing suicide","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the knowledge of suicidal ideation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1748","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003505,"bill_number":"H3441","title":"The Commonwealth housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction","description":"Relative to housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3439","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3441","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003506,"bill_number":"H3748","title":"Relative to the safe operation of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to operation of motor vehicles with electronic devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3748","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2003507,"bill_number":"H1710","title":"Relative to shared parenting","description":"Relative to shared parenting in cases of divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1710","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003508,"bill_number":"H3082","title":"Establishing an excise tax on guns and ammunition","description":"For legislation to establish an excise tax on guns and ammunition. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3082","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003509,"bill_number":"H728","title":"Relative to charter school fiscal impact and accountability","description":"Relative to charter school projected fiscal impact on enrollment. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H728","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003510,"bill_number":"H2150","title":"To increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers","description":"For legislation to increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2150","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003511,"bill_number":"H1899","title":"Related to educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults","description":"Relative to educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1899","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003512,"bill_number":"H3842","title":"Resolutions for a United States constitutional amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention","description":"By Representatives 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5422 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3842","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2003513,"bill_number":"H1617","title":"Relative to long-term protection of victims of violence","description":"Relative to long-term protection of victims of violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1617","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003514,"bill_number":"H438","title":"Relative to telemarketer disclosures","description":"Relative to telemarketer disclosures. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H438","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003515,"bill_number":"H3723","title":"Electrifying regional transit authorities","description":"For legislation to require that new electric vehicles purchased by regional transit authorities be electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3723","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2003516,"bill_number":"H1133","title":"Relative to patient financial protection","description":"Relative to insurance coverage out-of-pocket limits for prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4492","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1133","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003517,"bill_number":"H1037","title":"To require transparency and disclosure by materials recovery facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate solid waste facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1037","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003518,"bill_number":"H1162","title":"To reduce inequities in access to medical procedures","description":"Relative to reductions of insurance payments for certain medical procedures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1162","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003519,"bill_number":"H1137","title":"To strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to cost sharing or required utilization review charges for contagious and infectious disease healthcare services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4935","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1137","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003520,"bill_number":"H3028","title":"Establishing a friends and family rate","description":"For legislation to further regulate the room occupancy excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5196","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3028","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2003521,"bill_number":"H470","title":"Relative to stores offering digital coupons","description":"Relative to stores offering digital coupons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H470","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003522,"bill_number":"H3151","title":"Relative to increasing 529 deductions","description":"Relative to increasing college savings plan deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3151","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003523,"bill_number":"H686","title":"Incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials","description":"Relative to industry-recognized certification awards paid by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H686","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003524,"bill_number":"H2198","title":"Reducing emergency department boarding","description":"Relative to emergency department boarding. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5275","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2198","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003525,"bill_number":"H162","title":"Relative to research by independent testing laboratories","description":"Relative to research by independent testing laboratories under the marijuana law. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H162","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003526,"bill_number":"H1517","title":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts","description":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1517","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003527,"bill_number":"H3206","title":"Relative to fossil fuel free 529s","description":"Relative to fossil fuel free investment options within prepaid tuition programs or college savings programs. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3206","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003528,"bill_number":"H2964","title":"Providing for disability and death benefits for explosive device canine handlers and bomb technicians","description":"Relative to retirement for disability or death caused by certain conditions of cancer to certain explosive device canine handlers and bomb technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2964","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2003529,"bill_number":"H1631","title":"Relative to kratom sales in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to categorize kratom as a Class A substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1631","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003530,"bill_number":"H148","title":"To create efficiencies in the cannabis employment process","description":"Relative to the cannabis employment process. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H148","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2003531,"bill_number":"H3273","title":"Relative to vehicle excise tax","description":"Relative to motor vehicle excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3273","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003533,"bill_number":"H406","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4980","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H406","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003534,"bill_number":"H1128","title":"Preserving access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses","description":"Relative to access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4892","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1128","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003535,"bill_number":"H2223","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2223","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003536,"bill_number":"H3317","title":"Providing for 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3317","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003537,"bill_number":"H3892","title":"Establishing offices of legislative research and fiscal analysis","description":"For legislation to establish the offices of legislative research and fiscal analysis. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5169","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3892","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003538,"bill_number":"H916","title":"To reduce single use plastics in the environment","description":"For legislation to reduce single-use plastics from the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H916","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003539,"bill_number":"H2476","title":"To finance the Betsy Lehman Center’s statewide provider health care safety education pilot program","description":"For legislation to finance the Betsy Lehman Center’s statewide provider health care safety education pilot program. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2476","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003540,"bill_number":"H3812","title":"Relative to roadway safety","description":"Relative to the removal of ice and snow from motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3812","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003541,"bill_number":"H2286","title":"Relative to property subdivision","description":"Relative to property subdivision. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2286","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003542,"bill_number":"H3702","title":"Relative to excavation restoration on public ways","description":"Relative to excavation on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3702","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003543,"bill_number":"H1548","title":"Relative to the state’s requirements for calculating the municipal land area for subsidized housing inventory (SHI)","description":"Relative to the requirements for calculating the municipal land area for subsidized housing inventory. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1548","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003544,"bill_number":"H3743","title":"Relative to moped safety","description":"Relative to mopeds. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3743","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2003545,"bill_number":"H3809","title":"Relative to motor vehicle driver education and training courses","description":"Relative to motor vehicle driver education and training courses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4788","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3809","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003546,"bill_number":"H3138","title":"Relative to a green vendor tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide tax credits to restaurants utilizing reusable utensils, dishes, glasses and bulk condiments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3138","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003547,"bill_number":"H2718","title":"Relative to the labor participation in the POST commission","description":"Relative to the membership of the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2718","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003548,"bill_number":"H2922","title":"Regarding the disability pension for John Moran administered by the Middlesex county retirement board","description":"By Representative Muradian of Grafton and Senator Moore, a joint petition of David K. Muradian, Jr. that the Middlesex county retirement board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to John Moran, a retired police officer of the town of Hopkinton. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2922","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003549,"bill_number":"H315","title":"Empowering disadvantaged state contractors” provides up-front down payments and bridge loans to socially or economically disadvantaged microbusinesses and small businesses that secure state contracts through CDFIs and non-traditional lenders","description":"Relative to low interest loans and procurement downpayment for certain micro- and small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H315","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003550,"bill_number":"H772","title":"Establishing a commission to study the financial abuse of elders","description":"Relative to the financial abuse of elders. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4749","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H772","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2003551,"bill_number":"H1889","title":"To eliminate disparate impact","description":"Relative to disparate impact. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1889","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2003552,"bill_number":"H3329","title":"Relative to reimbursing traveling expenses of governor’s council members","description":"Relative to the reimbursement of traveling expenses of governor’s council members. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3329","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003553,"bill_number":"H1184","title":"To amend the insurance law, in relation to providing protection to certain retirees from pension de-risking transactions","description":"For legislation to provide protection for certain pension plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1184","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2003554,"bill_number":"H2098","title":"Codifying organizational standing","description":"Relative to public interest organizations under employment discrimination laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2098","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003555,"bill_number":"H2093","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights for legislative employees","description":"Relative to allowing legislative employees to unionize. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2093","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2003556,"bill_number":"H1354","title":"To address the financial sustainability of the Health Safety Net","description":"Relative to financing the Health Safety Net Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1354","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003557,"bill_number":"H2347","title":"To promote Yes in God's Back Yard","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances and taxation of land owned by religious sects or denominations for multifamily housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2347","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003558,"bill_number":"H3461","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3461","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003559,"bill_number":"H859","title":"To consolidate ballot request notifications","description":"For legislation to further regulate ballot request notifications. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H859","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2003560,"bill_number":"H3580","title":"Creating pathways toward net-zero neighborhoods","description":"Relative to non-emitting thermal energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3580","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003561,"bill_number":"H2975","title":"Further regulating the retirement rights of certain employees","description":"For legislation to further regulate the retirement rights of certain employees of Plymouth County. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2975","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003562,"bill_number":"H1947","title":"Relative to small landlords","description":"Relative to procedures for certain landlords in housing court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1947","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003563,"bill_number":"H2703","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2703","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003566,"bill_number":"H369","title":"Protecting black girls from targeted toxicity","description":"Relative to the promotion, display or advertising of cosmetic products that contain harmful ingredients. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H369","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003567,"bill_number":"H1771","title":"Regarding probation violations","description":"Relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1771","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003568,"bill_number":"H3746","title":"Prohibiting the practice of coal rolling","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the retrofitting of certain diesel-powered vehicles with alternate emission devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3746","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2003569,"bill_number":"H556","title":"Providing CPR and AED Education for All, AKA The CPR and AED Education for All Act","description":"Relative to requiring instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H556","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2003570,"bill_number":"H3164","title":"To ensure fair taxation of affordable housing","description":"Relative to the classification of real property for purposes of taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5182","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3164","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003571,"bill_number":"H1563","title":"Relative to homeowner assets","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa that the Housing Appeals Committee be authorized to develop an application to remove deed riders for property owners who purchased homes through the Homeowner Opportunity Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1563","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003572,"bill_number":"H3645","title":"Designating a portion of state highway Route 7A in the town of Lenox as the Ross B. Dindio Memorial highway","description":"By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition of Leigh Davis that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be directed to designate a portion of state highway Route 7A in the town of Lenox as the Ross B. Dindio memorial highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3645","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2003573,"bill_number":"H1269","title":"Eliminate penalty charges when canceling auto insurance","description":"For legislation to eliminate penalty charges when cancelling motor vehicle insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1269","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2003574,"bill_number":"H1901","title":"Protecting titles to real estate in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to protecting titles to real estate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1901","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003575,"bill_number":"H119","title":"To address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries","description":"For legislation to establish a separate fund to be known as the agriculture and fishery vulnerability preparedness grant fund to address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4420","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H119","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003576,"bill_number":"H2177","title":"To provide economic security for fishing industry participants","description":"For legislation to authorize the Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development to analyze the economic disruption and harm to the financial stability of those engaged in commercial fishing in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2177","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003577,"bill_number":"H685","title":"Relative to a green energy track in vocational schools","description":"For legislation to establish a program to support training and education programs that prepare vocational school students for employment in the clean energy workforce. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H685","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003578,"bill_number":"H3753","title":"Relative to setting deadlines to electrify the commuter rail","description":"Relative to the electrification of commuter rail lines of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5360","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3753","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003579,"bill_number":"H2097","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights of Massachusetts employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining rights. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2097","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003580,"bill_number":"H2039","title":"Relative to judgment for alimony","description":"Relative to judgment for alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2039","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2003581,"bill_number":"H3181","title":"Relative to a first-time homebuyer tax deduction","description":"Relative to a first-time homebuyer tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3181","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003582,"bill_number":"H204","title":"Requiring the documentation of child counsel appointments","description":"Relative to the Department of Children and Families providing official documentation of child counsel appointments. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H204","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2003583,"bill_number":"H2542","title":"To address state sanitation code violations regarding infestations of rental units","description":"For legislation to address state sanitation code violations regarding infestations of rental units. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2542","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003584,"bill_number":"H2753","title":"Relative to firefighter retirement benefits","description":"For legislation to expand the cancer presumption for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2753","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2003585,"bill_number":"H1032","title":"To establish environmental accountability in the fashion industry","description":"For legislation to establish environmental accountability in the fashion industry. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1032","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003586,"bill_number":"H2790","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Officer Brian Murphy of the Massachusetts State Police","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Brian Murphy, a uniformed member of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2790","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003587,"bill_number":"H2712","title":"Relative to pre-ban magazines","description":"Relative to pre-ban magazines. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2712","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003588,"bill_number":"H2230","title":"Relative to overdose mapping","description":"For legislation to maintain a public database website for fatal and nonfatal opiate overdoses. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2230","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003589,"bill_number":"H573","title":"To protect children from adults in positions of authority or trust","description":"By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition of Carole A. Fiola and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to adopt an abuse prevention policy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4538","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H573","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2003590,"bill_number":"H743","title":"Establishing a grant program to increase the presence of mental health counselors in schools","description":"Relative to establishing a grant program to increase the presence of mental health counselors in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H743","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003592,"bill_number":"H1596","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ana C. Contreras","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ana C. Contreras, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1596","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003593,"bill_number":"H3801","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3801","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2003594,"bill_number":"H1937","title":"Relative to the Commonwealth’s right to appeal bail decisions","description":"For legislation to further regulate the bail process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1937","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2003595,"bill_number":"H3646","title":"Establishing the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns","description":"For legislation to establish the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3646","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2003597,"bill_number":"H251","title":"Requiring an audit to review the utilization of welfare benefits out-of-state","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that the Office of the State Auditor annually conduct an audit of and report on the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H251","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003598,"bill_number":"H1397","title":"Addressing unfair business practices in health care","description":"Relative to business practices in health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1397","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003599,"bill_number":"H3696","title":"Relative to motor vehicle negligence","description":"Relative to debris dropping from motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4726","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3696","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003601,"bill_number":"H2245","title":"Relative to puppy mills","description":"Relative to commercial breeder dog kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4732","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2245","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003602,"bill_number":"H3641","title":"Relative to educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licenses","description":"Relative to the educational training for class 2 motor vehicle licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5623","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3641","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003603,"bill_number":"H1557","title":"Creating an office of tenant protections","description":"For legislation to create an office of tenant protections in the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1557","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2003604,"bill_number":"H3456","title":"To advance energy solutions","description":"For legislation further regulating participation in group purchasing of energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3456","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003605,"bill_number":"H2637","title":"Providing for greater police transparency","description":"Relative to police transparency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2637","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2003606,"bill_number":"H1929","title":"To expand juvenile court justice access","description":"For legislation to increase the assignment, distribution and training of justices in the juvenile court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1929","sponsor":"Francisco Paulino"},
{"bill_id":2003607,"bill_number":"H2065","title":"Relative to a four-day work week pilot program","description":"By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition of Shirley B. Arriaga that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to establish a four-day work week pilot program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2065","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2003608,"bill_number":"H3642","title":"Relative to retrofit headlights in vehicles","description":"Relative to retrofit headlights in motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3642","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003609,"bill_number":"H3831","title":"Supporting Massachusetts Guard and Reserve and their families","description":"Relative to residency for veteran status. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3831","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003610,"bill_number":"H155","title":"Establishing a special legislative commission to study the practice of lab shopping in the cannabis industry","description":"Relative to the practice of lab shopping in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H155","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003611,"bill_number":"H1616","title":"Increasing penalties for certain violent acts","description":"For legislation to increase penalties for certain violent acts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1616","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003612,"bill_number":"H2435","title":"Relative to APOL1 mediated kidney disease","description":"Relative to the gene associated with increased risk of end-stage renal disease. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2435","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2003613,"bill_number":"H1981","title":"Relative to the right to wear personal protective medical equipment","description":"Relative to discrimination for wearing necessary personal protective medical equipment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1981","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003615,"bill_number":"H2480","title":"Regarding registered nurse first assistants","description":"Relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2480","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003616,"bill_number":"H1333","title":"To expand the doula workforce","description":"Relative to the doula workforce. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5021","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1333","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003617,"bill_number":"H2152","title":"Extending parental leave","description":"Relative to parental leave under the family and medical leave program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5181","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2152","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003618,"bill_number":"H2740","title":"Establishing safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks","description":"For legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2740","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003619,"bill_number":"H115","title":"To create the department of marine fisheries resources","description":"For legislation to establish a division of marine fisheries resources within the Department of Fish and Game of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5242 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H115","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003620,"bill_number":"H1783","title":"Removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings","description":"Relative to removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1783","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003621,"bill_number":"H2313","title":"Relative to the Regional Commissions on the Status of Women","description":"For legislation to remove the town of Hull from the Eastern Regional Commission on the Status of Women. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2313","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2003622,"bill_number":"H2062","title":"Relative to Winchendon District Court","description":"Relative to Winchendon District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2062","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2003623,"bill_number":"H710","title":"Establishing mandatory school emergency response drills in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to school emergency response drills in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H710","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003624,"bill_number":"H1686","title":"Relative to a commission to study the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1686","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2003625,"bill_number":"H1788","title":"Increasing the liability for permitting an intoxicated arrestee to operate a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to increasing the liability for permitting an intoxicated arrestee to operate a motor vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1788","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003626,"bill_number":"H651","title":"To improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education","description":"For legislation to provide for a program of capital investments for vocational-technical education programs and regional vocational-technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5176","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H651","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003627,"bill_number":"H1704","title":"To prevent aiding, supporting, or enticing a child to runaway","description":"Relative to penalties for aiding, supporting, or enticing children to runaway. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1704","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2003629,"bill_number":"H619","title":"Relative to youth skin health","description":"Relative to the availability of sunscreen for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H600","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H619","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2003630,"bill_number":"H1224","title":"Providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms for persons under the age of 18","description":"Relative to providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms and concussion analyses for persons under eighteen years of age. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4945","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1224","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003631,"bill_number":"H988","title":"Relative to the blue economy","description":"By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition of Kathleen R. LaNatra that the Department of Environmental Protection establish programs to promote ocean health and the responsible use of the ocean. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5218","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H988","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003632,"bill_number":"H1586","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1586","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003633,"bill_number":"H3332","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE program","description":"Relative to administering the deferred compensation program. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3332","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2003634,"bill_number":"H1014","title":"Establishing a climate change superfund","description":"For legislation to finance climate adaptation projects. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1014","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003635,"bill_number":"H239","title":"Establishing a welfare to work 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H239","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003636,"bill_number":"H2632","title":"Relative to lawfully owed DNA","description":"By Representatives Higgins of Leominster and Jones of North Reading, a petition of Natalie M. Higgins, Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that the crime laboratory within the Department of the State Police conduct an audit of offender DNA profiles included on the state DNA databank system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2632","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003637,"bill_number":"H2249","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2249","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003638,"bill_number":"H1421","title":"Establishing the John F. Kennedy service scholarship program for student debt relief for peace corps, americorps, and commonwealth corps alumni","description":"For legislation to establish a student debt relief grant program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1421","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003639,"bill_number":"H2412","title":"To update postural screenings in schools","description":"For legislation to update postural screenings in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2412","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2003640,"bill_number":"H1999","title":"Establishing a permanent commission to study the service standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission (including members of the General Court) to study the service standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1999","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2003641,"bill_number":"H2694","title":"To promote equitable access to parole","description":"Relative to access to parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2694","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003642,"bill_number":"H3579","title":"Providing for a wind-farm study","description":"Relative to providing for a study of the potential environmental impact of the installation and operation of offshore wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3579","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003646,"bill_number":"H3407","title":"Designating the official jazz song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song, “Massachusetts”, words and music by Montenia, as the official jazz song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3407","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003647,"bill_number":"H2145","title":"Establishing a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies","description":"Relative to establishing a minimum wage for certain employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2145","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2003648,"bill_number":"H1183","title":"Relative to mortgage licensing in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to mortgage licensing fees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1183","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003649,"bill_number":"H2848","title":"Aligning disability pensions for violent crimes","description":"Relative to disability pensions for violent crimes. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2848","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003650,"bill_number":"H2757","title":"To ensure fairness in retirement benefits for institutional teachers","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits for certain institutional teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2757","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2003651,"bill_number":"H1303","title":"To provide prompt payment following settlement by insurance company","description":"Relative to payments following settlements by insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1303","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003652,"bill_number":"H443","title":"Relative to conviviality and downtown revitalization","description":"For legislation relative to happy hour in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H443","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2003653,"bill_number":"H505","title":"Providing state support for municipal private special education costs","description":"Relative to private special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:25 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H505","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003654,"bill_number":"H1055","title":"Relative to the conservation of Atlantic striped bass","description":"Relative to the status of wild striped bass in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1055","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2003655,"bill_number":"H1156","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1156","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2003656,"bill_number":"H704","title":"Increasing the Commonwealth's share of the education foundation budget","description":"Relative to increasing the Commonwealth's share of the education foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H704","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003657,"bill_number":"H348","title":"Relative to the licensure of behavior analysts","description":"Relative to the licensure of behavior analysts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H348","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003658,"bill_number":"H132","title":"Relative to food justice with jobs","description":"For legislation to create local and community garden agriculture programs within the Department of Agricultural Resources. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H132","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2003659,"bill_number":"H3640","title":"Relative to private detectives and private investigators","description":"Relative to access to certain data by private detectives and private investigators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5133","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3640","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003660,"bill_number":"H1253","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for certain surgeries","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for certain excess skin removal surgeries. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1253","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003661,"bill_number":"H2449","title":"Providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments","description":"Relative to providing municipalities an opt out of fluoridation treatments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2449","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003662,"bill_number":"H796","title":"To establish the office of older adult advocate","description":"For legislation to establish the office of elder advocate. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H796","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003664,"bill_number":"H2053","title":"Modernizing child support","description":"Relative to child support. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2053","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003665,"bill_number":"H2947","title":"Recategorizing DMH, DPH, and DDS police","description":"Relative to the retirement group for public safety officers, police officers or public safety officials of the Department of Mental Health, Department of Public Health or Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2947","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003667,"bill_number":"H3006","title":"Relative to the valuation of long term residences","description":"Relative to the assessed property tax valuation of certain long term residences. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3006","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003668,"bill_number":"H1433","title":"Creating documentation requirement standards to demonstrate a disability for a public institution of higher education in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create documentation requirement standards to demonstrate a disability for public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1433","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2003669,"bill_number":"H1699","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1699","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003670,"bill_number":"H1789","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1789","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003671,"bill_number":"H1840","title":"To enhance safety and security in courthouses","description":"For legislation to further regulate safety and security in courthouses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1840","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003672,"bill_number":"H296","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5300","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H296","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003673,"bill_number":"H3048","title":"Relative to increasing interest rate deductions","description":"Relative to increasing interest rate deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3048","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003674,"bill_number":"H1755","title":"For second look","description":"For legislation to provide for second look review of the sentences of certain incarcerated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1755","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2003675,"bill_number":"H2343","title":"Repealing the MBTA communities act","description":"For legislation to repealing the MBTA communities act, so-called. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2343","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003676,"bill_number":"H914","title":"To create fees for single use disposable food containers","description":"Relative to fees for single use disposable food containers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H914","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003677,"bill_number":"H628","title":"Relative to celebrating and teaching Native American culture and history","description":"Relative to the teaching of Native American culture and history. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H628","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2003678,"bill_number":"H2011","title":"Relative to bodily autonomy and family integrity","description":"For legislation to regulate health decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2011","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2003679,"bill_number":"H1346","title":"To improve sickle cell care","description":"For legislation to improve sickle cell disease care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4554","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1346","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003680,"bill_number":"H3194","title":"Relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars","description":"For legislation to increase the deeds excise to fund emergency assistance needs of certain low income tenants and homeowners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5574","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3194","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2003681,"bill_number":"H2926","title":"Further defining a quorum of the Worcester Regional Retirement System Board Advisory Council","description":"Relative to further defining a quorum of the Worcester Regional Retirement System Board Advisory Council. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2926","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003682,"bill_number":"H3274","title":"Establishing a local option gas tax","description":"For legislation to establish a local option gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3274","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2003683,"bill_number":"H3114","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"Relative to senior property tax deferrals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3114","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003684,"bill_number":"H323","title":"To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education","description":"For legislation to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for certain licensed professionals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4978","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H323","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2003685,"bill_number":"H2330","title":"Relative to equitable representation","description":"Relative to the board of directors of the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5118","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2330","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003686,"bill_number":"H2850","title":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers","description":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2850","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003687,"bill_number":"H786","title":"Protecting vulnerable elders from abuse","description":"Relative to protecting vulnerable elders from abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H786","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003688,"bill_number":"H1107","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for discounted drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4490","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1107","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003689,"bill_number":"H727","title":"Relative to student access and return on investment of college and career pathways programs","description":"Relative to student access and return on investment of college and career pathways programs. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H727","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003690,"bill_number":"H2141","title":"Relative to employee definition harmonization","description":"Relative to employment under the unemployment insurance program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2141","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003691,"bill_number":"H716","title":"Relative to improving mental health in schools","description":"For legislation to authorize schools to employ school adjustment counselors. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H716","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2003692,"bill_number":"H2309","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2309","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003693,"bill_number":"H2254","title":"To establish local option fines for improper disposal of redeemable goods","description":"For legislation to establish a local option fine for improper disposal of certain redeemable beverage containers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2254","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003694,"bill_number":"H2559","title":"To protect a patient’s right to a support person at health care facilities","description":"Relative to patients' rights to a support person at health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2559","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003696,"bill_number":"H3796","title":"Relative to human trafficking awareness","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Transportation to post signs in highway rest stops and MBTA stations and vehicles alerting the public to the National Human Trafficking Hotline. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3796","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003697,"bill_number":"H697","title":"Relative to full funding of regional school district transportation","description":"Relative to full funding of regional school district transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H697","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2003698,"bill_number":"H3245","title":"Relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans","description":"Relative to property taxes for 100% disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4971","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3245","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2003699,"bill_number":"H1301","title":"Relative to primary insurance","description":"Relative to primary insurance in the leasing of motor vehicles or trailers under the ''drive-it-yourself'' system, so-called. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1301","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003700,"bill_number":"H3538","title":"Relative to reduce administrative burden for government and industry","description":"For legislation to further regulate the towing away and storage of motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3538","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003701,"bill_number":"H1489","title":"Creating the tenant’s escrow accounts","description":"For legislation to establish a savings program to assist rental tenants in the purchase of a home. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1489","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003702,"bill_number":"H3678","title":"Relative to proper notification of deceased animals on state highways","description":"Relative to proper notification of deceased animals on state highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3678","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003703,"bill_number":"H159","title":"Prohibiting employment discrimination based on legal use of cannabis","description":"For legislation to prohibit employment discrimination based on legal use of cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H159","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003704,"bill_number":"H1002","title":"Relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1002","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003706,"bill_number":"H2473","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2473","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003707,"bill_number":"H1211","title":"To protect users of electronic branches","description":"Relative to panic alarms at electronic branches. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1211","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003708,"bill_number":"H405","title":"Updating real estate appraiser record retention requirements","description":"Relative to real estate appraiser record retention requirements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H405","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003709,"bill_number":"H2636","title":"Creating an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the special legislative commission on structural racism in correctional facilities of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2636","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2003710,"bill_number":"H3602","title":"Creating a commission establishing a Massachusetts Caribbean American Cultural Center","description":"Relative to establishing a statewide Massachusetts Caribbean American cultural center in the city of Boston. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3602","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003711,"bill_number":"H2155","title":"Providing for the self-certification of benefits for small businesses","description":"Relative to providing for the self-certification of family or medical leave benefits for small businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2155","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2003712,"bill_number":"H3757","title":"To promote transportation demand management","description":"Relative to local community master plan transportation demand management. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3757","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003713,"bill_number":"H156","title":"Relative to establishing a minimum age of entry for cannabis related events","description":"Relative to establishing a minimum age of entry for cannabis related events. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H156","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2003714,"bill_number":"H2702","title":"To protect correctional officers","description":"For legislation to protect correctional officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2702","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2003715,"bill_number":"H248","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 and establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation of such placements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H248","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003716,"bill_number":"H2574","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2574","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003717,"bill_number":"H2613","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2613","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003718,"bill_number":"H1306","title":"Ensuring transparency in the practice of dental leased networks","description":"Relative to dental leased networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5045","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1306","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2003719,"bill_number":"H2218","title":"To further enhance behavioral health workforce development","description":"Relative to licensed mental health counselors and licensed supervised mental health counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2218","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2003720,"bill_number":"H1716","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1716","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003721,"bill_number":"H467","title":"Regularizing water rates for tenants","description":"Relative to water rates for tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H467","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003722,"bill_number":"H1488","title":"Providing upstream homelessness prevention assistance to families, youth, and adults","description":"By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker that the Department of Housing and Community Development be authorized to administer a residential assistance for families in transition homelessness prevention program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1488","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003723,"bill_number":"H2973","title":"Relating to fair compensation for bilingual police officers","description":"Relative to compensation for bilingual police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2973","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003724,"bill_number":"H1227","title":"Relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy","description":"Relative to cancer patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1227","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003725,"bill_number":"H1565","title":"Providing for pre-service training for members of mobile home rent control boards","description":"Relative to an education and training program for new and existing members of mobile home rent control boards. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1565","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003727,"bill_number":"H3888","title":"Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos, Joseph D. McKenna and David T. Vieira 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5422 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3888","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003728,"bill_number":"H1311","title":"Ensuring access to full spectrum pregnancy care","description":"Relative to access to full spectrum pregnancy care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1311","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003729,"bill_number":"H2615","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2615","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003730,"bill_number":"H1116","title":"Relative to sales tax reimbursement","description":"Relative to the sales tax for replacement of certain stolen vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1116","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003731,"bill_number":"H2934","title":"Resolve authorizing the study of cost of living increases for state police retirees","description":"By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition of Edward R. Philips for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine the feasibility of increases to cost-of-living adjustments for retirees of the Massachusetts State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2934","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003732,"bill_number":"H2841","title":"Providing equity and fairness to POST-certified police officers disabled by cardiac disease","description":"Relative to certain POST-certified police officers under the “heart law”, so-called. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2842","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2841","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003733,"bill_number":"H2593","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fee waiver for non-profits","description":"For legislation to authorize non-profit or charitable organizations to apply for waivers to the state elevator inspection fee. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2593","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003734,"bill_number":"H3397","title":"Establishing the official salamander of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the blue-spotted salamander as the official amphibian of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5170","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3397","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003735,"bill_number":"H2172","title":"To prevent heat-related illness in public sector outdoor workers","description":"For legislation to prevent heat-related illness in public sector outdoor workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2172","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003736,"bill_number":"H2036","title":"Prohibiting electronic tracking of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to further regulate the tracking of motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2036","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003737,"bill_number":"H674","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H674","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003738,"bill_number":"H2937","title":"Relative to Brockton school police","description":"By Representative Plouffe of Brockton, a petition of Bridget Plouffe that school police officers of the city of Brockton be included in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2937","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2003739,"bill_number":"H3057","title":"Establishing a tiered corporate minimum tax","description":"Relative to establishing a tiered corporate minimum tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5309","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3057","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003740,"bill_number":"H1336","title":"Relative to access to Paid Family and Medical Leave and unemployment insurance for graduate student workers","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance for graduate student workers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1336","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2003741,"bill_number":"H805","title":"Clarifying the role of Governor’s Councillor on the ballot","description":"Relative to clarifying the title of Governor’s Councillor on election ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H805","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2003742,"bill_number":"H1182","title":"Relative to litigation financing","description":"Relative to regulation of litigation financing by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1182","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003744,"bill_number":"H2555","title":"Relative to food truck licensure","description":"Relative to food truck licensure. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2555","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003745,"bill_number":"H1749","title":"Relative to a humane response to a mental health crisis","description":"Relative to applications for 3-day commitments to facilities of persons with mental illness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1749","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003746,"bill_number":"H666","title":"Promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth","description":"Relative to the use of personal electronic devices on school grounds. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H666","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2003747,"bill_number":"H164","title":"To clarify host community agreement retroactivity","description":"For legislation to clarify host community agreement retroactivity. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H164","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003748,"bill_number":"H3780","title":"Relative to wrong-way driving","description":"Relative to the prevention of wrong-way driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3780","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003749,"bill_number":"H433","title":"Relative to digital right to repair","description":"Relative to diagnostic, service or repair information and services for digital electronic products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4982","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2003750,"bill_number":"H976","title":"To protect water supplies and the environment","description":"Relative to water supplies and the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H976","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2003751,"bill_number":"H919","title":"To protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species","description":"Relative to certain aquatic life in coastal waters. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H919","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003752,"bill_number":"H807","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H807","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003753,"bill_number":"H1846","title":"Bringing the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court","description":"For legislation to bring the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1846","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003754,"bill_number":"H2348","title":"Relative to exclusionary zoning","description":"By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition of Andres X. Vargas that the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities be authorized to regulate exclusionary zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2348","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003755,"bill_number":"H3039","title":"Relative to the housing development incentive program","description":"Relative to the housing development incentive program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3039","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003756,"bill_number":"H1414","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1414","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003757,"bill_number":"H3034","title":"Establishing a farm fuel tax rebate","description":"For legislation to establish a farm fuel tax rebate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3034","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2003759,"bill_number":"H2063","title":"Relative to corrections officer safety","description":"Relative to penalties for assault and battery upon corrections officers and other Department of Correction staff. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2063","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2003760,"bill_number":"H605","title":"Resolve providing for a special commission to examine anti-slavery education in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"By Representatives Howard of Lowell and Montaño of Boston, a petition of Vanna Howard and Samantha Montaño for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine anti-slavery education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H605","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2003761,"bill_number":"H1484","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1484","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003762,"bill_number":"H2896","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5551","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2896","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2003763,"bill_number":"H1633","title":"Updating and clarifying the statute relating to “upskirting”","description":"Relative to photographing, videotaping or electronically surveilling certain persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1633","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2003764,"bill_number":"H2465","title":"Relative to athletic training","description":"Relative to athletic trainers and athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2465","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003765,"bill_number":"H749","title":"Requiring critical incident drills in schools","description":"Relative to requiring critical incident drills in schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H749","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003766,"bill_number":"H3160","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the sales tax for certain purchases by rental companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3160","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003767,"bill_number":"H3017","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3017","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003768,"bill_number":"H2358","title":"Permitting municipal expenditures for the maintenance of private roads","description":"Relative to permitting municipal expenditures for the maintenance of private roads. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2358","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003769,"bill_number":"H3836","title":"Establishing a disabled veteran homestead exemption","description":"For legislation to establish a disabled veteran homestead exemption. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5395","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3836","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003770,"bill_number":"H2463","title":"Relative to proper classification of health care workers during a public health emergency","description":"Relative to ensuring the fair and appropriate distribution of vaccines during a public health emergency. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2463","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2003771,"bill_number":"H3360","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3360","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003772,"bill_number":"H1964","title":"Relative to uniform partition of heirs property","description":"Relative to uniform partition of heirs property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1964","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2003773,"bill_number":"H1903","title":"Addressing racial disparity in jury selection","description":"Relative to addressing racial disparity in jury selection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1903","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003774,"bill_number":"H2182","title":"Relative to an eight hour work day","description":"Relative to an eight hour work day. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5361","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2182","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2003775,"bill_number":"H593","title":"Relative to charter school expansion","description":"Relative to charter school expansion. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H593","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2003776,"bill_number":"H2488","title":"Relative to monitoring dry casks of spent nuclear fuel","description":"For legislation to monitor dry casks of spent nuclear fuel. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4728","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2488","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2003777,"bill_number":"H2846","title":"Relative to disability or death cause by contagious disease; presumption","description":"Relative to the presumption for disability or death cause by contagious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2846","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003778,"bill_number":"H3404","title":"Naming the Eastern Brook Trout as the official freshwater fish of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Eastern Brook Trout as the official freshwater fish of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5166","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3404","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003779,"bill_number":"H2319","title":"To protect animal health","description":"Relative to animal health. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2319","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003780,"bill_number":"H1203","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1203","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003781,"bill_number":"H2764","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2764","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2003782,"bill_number":"H2265","title":"Providing for pre-service training for members of local boards and commissions","description":"Relative to providing for pre-service training for members of local boards and commissions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2265","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2003783,"bill_number":"H1702","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1702","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003784,"bill_number":"H891","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 and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H891","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003785,"bill_number":"H509","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition of Brian M. Ashe 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H509","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2003786,"bill_number":"H2455","title":"Relative to the promotion of food donation","description":"Relative to authorizing the Department of Public Health to provide guidance to businesses regarding best practices for food donation. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2455","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003787,"bill_number":"H1060","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1060","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003788,"bill_number":"H889","title":"Relative to boat wrap recycling","description":"Relative to boat wrap recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H889","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003790,"bill_number":"H1636","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1636","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003791,"bill_number":"H2310","title":"Authorizing the Wellfleet selectboard to lease property to the Wellfleet food pantry, inc","description":"By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that town of Wellfleet be authorized to lease property in said town to the Wellfleet Food pantry, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2310","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2003792,"bill_number":"H2114","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2114","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003793,"bill_number":"H2166","title":"Relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codify definitions to protect the middle class","description":"Relative to overtime pay and the salary threshold for overtime exemption. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2166","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003794,"bill_number":"H2241","title":"Relative to recovery housing in environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to recovery housing sober homes in environmental justice communities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2241","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003795,"bill_number":"H1079","title":"To strengthen the state credit union charter","description":"Relative to the state credit union charter. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1079","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2003797,"bill_number":"H2600","title":"Relative to the establishment of the PFAS research and development public safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish the PFAS research and development public safety fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2600","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2003798,"bill_number":"H1533","title":"Requiring community meetings before the opening of an emergency overflow shelter","description":"Relative to requiring community meetings before the opening of emergency overflow shelters. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1533","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003799,"bill_number":"H1680","title":"Relative to a ban on Kratom","description":"For legislation to establish Kratom as a controlled substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1680","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2003800,"bill_number":"H3573","title":"Relative to containers, litter, ecology and nips (CLEAN Act)","description":"For legislation to include nip bottles and certain other containers in the bottle law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3573","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003801,"bill_number":"H3159","title":"Supporting family caregivers","description":"For legislation to support family caregivers through tax credits and the establishment an advisory council (including members of the General Court) relative to family care giving. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3159","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2003802,"bill_number":"H207","title":"Establishing basic needs assistance for residents","description":"By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral that the Department of Transitional Assistance establish basic needs assistance for residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H214","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H207","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003803,"bill_number":"H636","title":"Requiring financial education in schools","description":"For legislation to require financial education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H627","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H636","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003804,"bill_number":"H118","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the strengths and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s emergency food network","description":"Relative to the sustainability of eligible emergency food providers, known as food pantries. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H118","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2003805,"bill_number":"H3543","title":"Relative to the protection and development of the thermal commons of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to thermal commons of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3543","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003806,"bill_number":"H3534","title":"Relative to electric ratepayer protections","description":"Relative to electric ratepayer protections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3534","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003807,"bill_number":"H2496","title":"Prohibiting harmful food dyes in competitive school foods","description":"Relative to the sale or provision of certain competitive foods at schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2496","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2003808,"bill_number":"H360","title":"Relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke","description":"Relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H360","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2003810,"bill_number":"H244","title":"Relative to the family medical history of adopted children","description":"Relative to the family medical history of adopted children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H244","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003811,"bill_number":"H1729","title":"Relative to abuse prevention","description":"Relative to abuse prevention. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1729","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2003812,"bill_number":"H690","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"For legislation to increase the dedicated sales tax revenue for the school building assistance authority and to further regulate applications for said program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H690","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2003813,"bill_number":"H128","title":"Relative to establishing a food justice frontline","description":"Relative to establishing a food justice frontline providing compensated work involving food production, distribution, preparation, or delivery for food insecure residents. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4423","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H128","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2003814,"bill_number":"H2668","title":"Ensuring confidentiality for emergency service providers","description":"Relative to crisis intervention services for emergency service provider. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2668","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003816,"bill_number":"H1961","title":"Relative to life without parole","description":"Relative to life sentences without eligibility for parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1961","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003817,"bill_number":"H1843","title":"Resolve establishing a durable power of attorney review commission","description":"By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition of David Paul Linsky for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the provisions governing durable power of attorney as codified and administered in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1843","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003818,"bill_number":"H2418","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2418","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003819,"bill_number":"H3005","title":"Relative to municipal income-based taxation","description":"Relative to local taxes based on personal or business income instead of local real property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3005","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003820,"bill_number":"H2792","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Brian P. Costello Jr","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Brian P. Costello, Jr. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2792","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003821,"bill_number":"H898","title":"To end the taking of horseshoe crabs for bait","description":"Relative to the use of horseshoe crabs for bait. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5266","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H898","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2003823,"bill_number":"H1917","title":"To ensure fair access to compensation for victims of human trafficking and forced labor","description":"For legislation to provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1917","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003824,"bill_number":"H1944","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1944","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003825,"bill_number":"H2649","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Fire Training Council","description":"Relative to the membership of the Massachusetts Fire Training Council. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2649","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2003826,"bill_number":"H3336","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3336","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2003827,"bill_number":"H1114","title":"To establish a Massachusetts public bank","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts public bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1114","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003828,"bill_number":"H2747","title":"Relative to the definition of Group 4 of the state retirement system","description":"Relative to the retirement group of the secretary and undersecretaries of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2747","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003829,"bill_number":"H785","title":"Protecting 340B contract pharmacies","description":"Relative to 340B contract pharmacies. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H785","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2003830,"bill_number":"H2579","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program","description":"Relative to establishing a program accessible to public safety agencies statewide to facilitate efficient emergency response on school campuses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2579","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003831,"bill_number":"H2058","title":"Relative to state compliance with detainer requests","description":"Relative to state compliance with detainer requests. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2058","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003832,"bill_number":"H3399","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3399","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2003833,"bill_number":"H1560","title":"Setting a housing production goal for the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to set a housing production goal for the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1560","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003834,"bill_number":"H3187","title":"Recognizing film production in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to motion pictures filmed in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3187","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003835,"bill_number":"H161","title":"To facilitate labor peace among the cannabis workforce","description":"For legislation to facilitate labor agreements among the cannabis workforce. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H161","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003836,"bill_number":"H1926","title":"Relative to tenant data privacy","description":"Relative to tenant data privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1926","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003837,"bill_number":"H1232","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1232","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003838,"bill_number":"H793","title":"Protecting the rights of older adults and people with disabilities","description":"Relative to the rights of older adults and people with disabilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H793","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003839,"bill_number":"H1180","title":"Ensuring life insurance coverage while taking Paid Family and Medical Leave","description":"Relative to life insurance coverage while taking Paid Family and Medical Leave. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1180","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003840,"bill_number":"H2429","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2429","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003841,"bill_number":"H845","title":"Relative to the campaign finance reporting cycle","description":"Relative to the campaign finance reporting cycle. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H845","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003842,"bill_number":"H2864","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford Retirement Board to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert","description":"That the city of New Bedford Retirement Board be authorized to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert, a police detective of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2864","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2003843,"bill_number":"H189","title":"Relative to billboard advertisements for cannabis","description":"Relative to billboard advertisements for cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H189","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003844,"bill_number":"H2255","title":"Facilitating approval of inclusionary zoning for affordable housing","description":"Relative to local approval of inclusionary zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2255","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003845,"bill_number":"H1915","title":"Relative to the malicious doxing of personal information","description":"Relative to the malicious doxing of personal information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1915","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003847,"bill_number":"H1467","title":"To facilitate student financial assistance","description":"For legislation to facilitate student financial assistance. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4409","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1467","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2003848,"bill_number":"H327","title":"Regulating surgical assistants","description":"Relative to regulating surgical assistants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H327","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003849,"bill_number":"H2153","title":"Expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers","description":"Relative to expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4451","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2153","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2003850,"bill_number":"H2250","title":"Dissolving the Whately Water District","description":"For legislation to dissolve the Whately Water District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2250","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003851,"bill_number":"H1605","title":"Relative to juror comprehension","description":"Relative to juror information cards. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1605","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2003852,"bill_number":"H3817","title":"Regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)","description":"Relative to the prohibition of motor vehicle operators to make turns at certain red lights. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3817","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003853,"bill_number":"H927","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 Representative Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the economic consequences of climate change. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H927","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003854,"bill_number":"H1441","title":"Relative to acceptance of AP scores for college credit","description":"Relative to the acceptance of Advanced Placement scores for college credit. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1441","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003856,"bill_number":"H1862","title":"Relative to car theft with digital devices","description":"Relative to car theft with digital devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1862","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2003857,"bill_number":"H911","title":"Relative to truth in labeling of recyclable and compostable goods","description":"Relative to deceptive or misleading claims regarding recyclability or compostability of certain products and containers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H911","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003858,"bill_number":"H3115","title":"Relative to tax abatement for permanently disabled veterans","description":"Relative to tax abatement for permanently disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3115","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003859,"bill_number":"H3769","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3769","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003860,"bill_number":"H1736","title":"Relative to determining capacity and invoking the health care proxy","description":"Relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1736","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003861,"bill_number":"H770","title":"Clarifying the classification of assisted living residences","description":"Relative to the classification of assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H770","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2003862,"bill_number":"H3220","title":"Spurring intelligent development on MBTA property","description":"For legislation to establish tax credits for certain development on Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3220","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003863,"bill_number":"H3777","title":"Relative to an interstate compact for western MA rail service","description":"Relative to establishing a compact with neighboring states to improve rail service to the western region of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3777","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003864,"bill_number":"H2079","title":"To provide paid family and medical leave to educators and municipal employees","description":"For legislation to provide paid family and medical leave benefits for educators and municipal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2079","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003865,"bill_number":"H1334","title":"To enact pharmacy benefit manager duties","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit manager duties. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1334","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003866,"bill_number":"H2851","title":"Relative to disability or death cause by contagious disease; presumption","description":"Relative to the presumption for disability or death cause by contagious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2846","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2851","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2003867,"bill_number":"H2047","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2047","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2003868,"bill_number":"H3876","title":"Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation to provide for the furnishing of headstones for deceased members of the National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3876","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003869,"bill_number":"H826","title":"Relative to candidates for public office reporting public assistance","description":"Relative to candidates for public office reporting public assistance. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H826","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003870,"bill_number":"H3229","title":"To increase community preservation revenue","description":"Relative to community preservation surcharges. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3229","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003871,"bill_number":"H3524","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3524","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2003872,"bill_number":"H1526","title":"Establishing a rent stabilization commission","description":"Relative to rent stabilization. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-11-07","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1526","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2003873,"bill_number":"H3554","title":"Achieving a green future with infrastructure and workforce investments","description":"Relative to achieving a green future with infrastructure and workforce investments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3554","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003874,"bill_number":"H1805","title":"To enhance the authority of courts to protect public safety","description":"For legislation to enhance the authority of courts to protect public safety. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1805","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003875,"bill_number":"H1029","title":"Relative to the protection of our drinking water from nitrosodimethylamine","description":"Relative to maximum containment levels for certain harmful compounds in drinking water. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1029","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2003876,"bill_number":"H1936","title":"Relative to offenses while driving on a non-administrative license suspension","description":"Relative to offenses while driving on a non-administrative license suspension. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4998","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1936","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003877,"bill_number":"H3688","title":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3688","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003878,"bill_number":"H2995","title":"To amend the training requirement for the fire department cadet program in Boston","description":"For legislation to amend the training requirement for the fire department cadet program in the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2995","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003879,"bill_number":"H2446","title":"Relative to sexual assault counselor task force","description":"For legislation to establish a sexual assault counselor task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2446","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003880,"bill_number":"H1940","title":"To adopt the uniform family law arbitration act","description":"Relative to family law arbitration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1940","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2003881,"bill_number":"H1063","title":"Relative to the environmental protection of Joint Base Cape Cod","description":"Relative to the environmental protection of Joint Base Cape Cod. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1063","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2003882,"bill_number":"H1406","title":"To improve continuity of care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions","description":"Relative to continuity of care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1406","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003884,"bill_number":"H238","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H238","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003885,"bill_number":"H2539","title":"Relative to well water disclosures","description":"Relative to disclosures of certain hazards in well water. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2539","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2003887,"bill_number":"H89","title":"Providing for consumer protection in a digital economy","description":"By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition of Kate Lipper-Garabedian that the Office of the State Treasurer develop and periodically review and update a digital module and resources on cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H89/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H89","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003888,"bill_number":"H3387","title":"Relative to expedited referrals by legislators","description":"Relative to the release of information to state legislators by state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3387","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2003889,"bill_number":"H2535","title":"Establishing a Naloxone Purchase Trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a universal purchase system for opioid antagonist distribution in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4730","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2535","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2003890,"bill_number":"H2409","title":"Prohibiting the burning of construction and demolition waste as fuel","description":"Relative to the burning of construction and demolition waste as biofuel and further regulating the permitting or operation of energy-generating facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2409","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2003891,"bill_number":"H2440","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2440","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003892,"bill_number":"H3632","title":"To promote commuter rail ridership","description":"Relative to commuter rail service fares. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3632","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2003893,"bill_number":"H715","title":"Relative to phone-free schools","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of personal electronic devices by students during the school day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H715","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2003894,"bill_number":"H1924","title":"Relative to the well-being of new mothers and infants","description":"Relative to the mental well-being of new mothers facing criminal charges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1924","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003895,"bill_number":"H1331","title":"To increase financial access for all","description":"Relative to financial literacy and money management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5224","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1331","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2003896,"bill_number":"H1481","title":"To create affordable homes for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish affordable homes for persons with disabilities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1481","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003897,"bill_number":"H105","title":"Relative to electronic security for the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to electronic security for certain procurements involving electronic or cyber security equipment components. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H105","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003898,"bill_number":"H1990","title":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture transparency and data reporting","description":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture transparency and data reporting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1990","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003899,"bill_number":"H2117","title":"Relative to protecting wages of deceased employees","description":"Relative to wages of deceased employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2117","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2003900,"bill_number":"H101","title":"Establishing free broadband internet access in public housing","description":"By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition of Danillo A. Sena and others for an investigation by the Department of Public Health of broadband internet access and its relation to the public health objectives. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H101","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2003901,"bill_number":"H2660","title":"Relative to the size of the forensic science oversight board","description":"Relative to the membership of the forensic science oversight board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2660","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003902,"bill_number":"H2547","title":"Ensuring municipal control in public health systems","description":"For legislation to further regulate municipal and regional public health systems. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2547","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2003903,"bill_number":"H2939","title":"Regarding the disability pension for Misael Rodriguez administered by the Springfield retirement board","description":"Relative to the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to Misael Rodriguez, a retired officer of the police department of the city of Springfield, by Springfield retirement board. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5391","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2939","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2003904,"bill_number":"H1450","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1450","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2003905,"bill_number":"H574","title":"Relative to the use of mobile devices in public school districts","description":"By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition of Carole A. Fiola and Patrick Joseph Kearney that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to establish a policy that provides for when a student’s use of a student’s cellphone. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H574","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2003906,"bill_number":"H471","title":"Relative to the profession of fire-resistant material applicators","description":"Relative to licensing of the profession of fire-resistant material applicators. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H471","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2003907,"bill_number":"H3046","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3046","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2003910,"bill_number":"H1277","title":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","description":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment healthcare coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4898","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1277","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003911,"bill_number":"H2750","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Neal Bryan Martin","description":"By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition of John Barrett, III that the North Adams retirement board be authorized to grant creditable service to Neal Bryan Martin for full-time work with the Hoosac Water Quality District. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2750","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2003912,"bill_number":"H150","title":"Relative to seeds","description":"Relative to cannabis seeds. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H150","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003913,"bill_number":"H2020","title":"Relative to rental protections for elderly, disabled and low-to-middle income tenants","description":"Relative to rental protections for elderly, disabled and low-to-middle income tenants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2020","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2003914,"bill_number":"H1120","title":"Relative to patient access to primary care services","description":"Relative to patient access to primary care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1120","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2003915,"bill_number":"H3844","title":"Resolutions proclaiming that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts supports admitting Washington, D.C. into the Union as a state of the United States of America","description":"By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others for adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to admit Washington, D.C. into the Union as a state of the United States of America. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3844","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2003916,"bill_number":"H1776","title":"To ban phishing","description":"Relative to the penalty for electronic mail message, web page, or other online service phishing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1776","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003917,"bill_number":"H1401","title":"Increasing access to MassHealth dental providers","description":"Relative to increasing access to MassHealth dental providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1401","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2003918,"bill_number":"H1939","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5030","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1939","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2003920,"bill_number":"H3307","title":"Banning hostile architecture targeting unhoused individuals","description":"For legislation to prohibit the construction of publicly accessible buildings or structures designed or intended to prevent unhoused individuals from sitting or lying on the building or structure at street level. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3307","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2003921,"bill_number":"H3891","title":"Enhancing legislative oversight of regulatory actions in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to legislative oversight of certain regulatory actions. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3891","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2003922,"bill_number":"H2377","title":"To improve patient access to prescription medication","description":"Relative to administering and dispensing controlled substances by certain practitioners. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2377","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2003923,"bill_number":"H2576","title":"To establish a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge","description":"For legislation to establish a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2576","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2003924,"bill_number":"H1779","title":"Relative to school bus stop safety","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain sex offenders from loitering within 500 feet of school bus stops. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1779","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003925,"bill_number":"H591","title":"Relative to school bullying","description":"Relative to school bullying. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H591","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2003926,"bill_number":"H1984","title":"Protecting youth during custodial interrogations","description":"Relative to statements of juveniles during custodial interrogations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1984","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2003928,"bill_number":"H2503","title":"To reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions","description":"Relative to risks associated with allergic reactions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4607","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2503","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003929,"bill_number":"H1908","title":"To prohibit the sale of \"energy drinks\" to persons under the age of 18","description":"Relative to penalties for the sale of energy drinks to persons under the age of 18. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1908","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2003930,"bill_number":"H2612","title":"Relative to health insurance and incarcerated individuals","description":"Relative to incarcerated persons covered by health insurance plans. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2612","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2003932,"bill_number":"H2640","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2640","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2003933,"bill_number":"H76","title":"To protect against election misinformation","description":"Relative to materially deceptive election-related communications. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5093","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H76/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H76","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003934,"bill_number":"H3609","title":"To promote safe bicycle yielding","description":"Relative to the operation of bicycles and motor vehicles at certain intersections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3609","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2003935,"bill_number":"H2849","title":"Amending credible service of the State Staff","description":"Relative to credible service for veterans serving as members of the State Staff. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2849","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2003936,"bill_number":"H419","title":"Alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families","description":"Relative to alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H419","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2003937,"bill_number":"H3853","title":"Ensuring annuity eligibility for Gold Star Spouses","description":"Relative to annuities for Gold Star Spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-10-28","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3853","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2003938,"bill_number":"H2064","title":"Relative to bereavement leave for the loss of a child","description":"Relative to bereavement leave for the loss of a child. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5302","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2064","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2003939,"bill_number":"H3636","title":"To allow municipalities to finance expanded transit options","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to finance expanded transit options. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5328","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3636","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2003940,"bill_number":"H1677","title":"To improve contract provisions waiving certain rights","description":"Relative to contract provisions waiving certain rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1677","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2003941,"bill_number":"H2578","title":"To codify the Suffolk County Sheriff’s authority to provide pre-arraignment care of arrestees","description":"For legislation relative to the Suffolk County Sheriff’s authority to provide pre-arraignment care of arrestees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2578","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003942,"bill_number":"H3744","title":"To establish free access to ride to elections in Massachusetts (FARE)","description":"For legislation to provide for free public transportation on state primary and election days. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3744","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003943,"bill_number":"H2996","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Virginia E. Cummings","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos that the State Board of Retirement be directed to grant an increased accidental disability retirement allowance to Lieutenant Virginia E. Cummings of the town of Bourne. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2996","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003944,"bill_number":"H2541","title":"Relative to the protection of medical exemptions for immunizations for school attendance","description":"Relative to the protection of medical exemptions for immunizations for school attendance. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2541","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2003945,"bill_number":"H1715","title":"Relative to locating missing persons via mobile data (Kelsey's Bill)","description":"Relative to requiring mobile phone providers to disclose to law enforcement officials the location of missing persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1715","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2003946,"bill_number":"H1634","title":"Relative to sexual assaults by adults in positions of authority or trust","description":"For legislation relative to sexual assaults by adults in positions of authority or trust. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1634","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2003947,"bill_number":"H3594","title":"Regarding free expression","description":"Relative to the right of students to freedom of expression in public schools. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3594","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003948,"bill_number":"H3011","title":"To reduce delinquent municipal tax interest rates","description":"Relative to delinquent municipal tax interest rates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3011","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2003949,"bill_number":"H3146","title":"Requiring a waiting period for new taxes","description":"Relative to requiring a waiting period for new taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3146","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003950,"bill_number":"H1786","title":"Prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together","description":"Relative to prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1786","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003951,"bill_number":"H550","title":"Relative to securing parental consent for human sexuality education","description":"Relative to securing parental consent for human sexuality education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H550","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2003953,"bill_number":"H2861","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 calculation of the pension of Walter L. Guerin. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2861","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003954,"bill_number":"H778","title":"Relative to the LGBTQ aging commission","description":"Relative to the long-term care needs of older LGBTQ adults and their caregivers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4304","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H778","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2003955,"bill_number":"H2442","title":"Protecting patients and healthcare workers from exposure to surgical smoke","description":"For legislation to protect patients and healthcare workers from exposure to surgical smoke. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2442","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2003956,"bill_number":"H1872","title":"To improve transparency in alleged police misconduct","description":"Relative to alleged police misconduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1872","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2003957,"bill_number":"H668","title":"Relative to the training of school committee members","description":"Relative to the training of school committee members. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H668","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2003958,"bill_number":"H2577","title":"Relative to fire safety of state-owned buildings, structures and property","description":"Relative to fire safety of state-owned buildings, structures and property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2577","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2003959,"bill_number":"H1972","title":"Relative to judicial compensation","description":"Relative to judicial compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1972","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2003960,"bill_number":"H2675","title":"Promoting fairness in licensing","description":"Relative to firearms licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2675","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2003964,"bill_number":"H3169","title":"To encourage donations to local nonprofits","description":"For legislation to encourage donations to local nonprofits. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3169","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2003965,"bill_number":"H1922","title":"Relative to fair investment","description":"For legislation to further regulate investment practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1922","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2003966,"bill_number":"H78","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H78/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H78","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2003967,"bill_number":"H3100","title":"Exempting disabled veterans from sales tax when leasing a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to exempt disabled veterans from sales tax when leasing a motor vehicle. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5371 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3100","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2003968,"bill_number":"H2963","title":"Relative to veterans' buyback","description":"Relative to retirement buyback for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2963","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2003969,"bill_number":"H1398","title":"Relative to hospital profit and fairness","description":"Relative to civil penalties for profits and excessive compensation at certain publicly funded hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1398","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003970,"bill_number":"H866","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H866","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2003971,"bill_number":"H1150","title":"Further regulating the withdrawal of local subscribers from the commission","description":"For legislation to further regulate the withdrawal of local subscribers from the Group Insurance Commission. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5336","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1150","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2003972,"bill_number":"H2927","title":"Authorizing certain public employees’ creditable retirement service","description":"Relative to authorizing certain public employees’ creditable retirement service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2927","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2003973,"bill_number":"H2798","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kendra Winner","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kendra Winner, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2798","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2003974,"bill_number":"H1660","title":"Relative to juvenile fines, fees, and restitution","description":"Relative to juvenile fees, fines, and restitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1660","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003975,"bill_number":"H1988","title":"Establishing a commission regarding the privacy of sensitive information in legal documents","description":"Relative to the privacy of sensitive information in legal documents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1988","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2003976,"bill_number":"H112","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to agricultural resilience. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4854","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H112","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003977,"bill_number":"H2586","title":"Enhancing the safety of high-rise buildings","description":"Relative to automatic sprinklers in certain older high rise buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2586","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2003978,"bill_number":"H1445","title":"Relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships","description":"Relative to the economic and educational impacts of establishing public private partnerships between higher educational institutions and private corporations. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5106","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1445","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003979,"bill_number":"H2314","title":"Establishing the Dukes County Sheriff’s regional lockup fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Dukes County Sheriff’s regional lockup fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2314","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2003980,"bill_number":"H2016","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5063","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2016","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003981,"bill_number":"H1799","title":"Relative to check fraud prevention","description":"Relative to penalties for check fraud. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1799","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003982,"bill_number":"H1842","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1842","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2003983,"bill_number":"H2556","title":"Relative to AEDs for athletic fields","description":"By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn that cities and towns and schools be required to provide and maintain automated external defibrillators at athletic fields, parks and playgrounds. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2556","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2003984,"bill_number":"H3451","title":"Expanding community access to electric bicycles","description":"By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition of Natalie M. Blais and Mindy Domb that the Department of Energy Resources establish the community access to electric bicycles grant initiative. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3451","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2003985,"bill_number":"H1090","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts foreclosure prevention program","description":"Relative to establishing a foreclosure prevention program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4712","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1090","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2003987,"bill_number":"H1420","title":"To prevent medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels","description":"For legislation relative to health safety net eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1420","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2003988,"bill_number":"H1068","title":"Relative to Department of Conservation and Recreation Title IX compliance","description":"Relative to ensuring equal accommodations for sexes in Department of Conservation and Recreation owned facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1068","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2003989,"bill_number":"H184","title":"Delivering a fair share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs","description":"Relative to cannabis revenue. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H184","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2003990,"bill_number":"H3196","title":"To reform the healthcare cost benchmark","description":"For legislation to reform the healthcare cost benchmark. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3196","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2003991,"bill_number":"H3232","title":"Relative to supporting local journalism","description":"Relative to providing tax credits for subscriptions to one or more local newspapers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3232","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003992,"bill_number":"H1309","title":"Assuring prompt access to health care","description":"Relative to reimbursements of costs for medically appropriate evaluations and management services in outpatient settings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1309","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003993,"bill_number":"H2739","title":"Relative to neglecting to yield to a crossing guard or traffic officer","description":"Relative to neglecting to yield to a crossing guard or traffic officer. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2739","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2003994,"bill_number":"H3680","title":"Fostering intercity Passenger Rail Fund","description":"Relative to the creation of a fund to finance rail and transportation related projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3680","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2003995,"bill_number":"H2693","title":"Relative to elder and medical parole","description":"Relative to elder and medical parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2693","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2003996,"bill_number":"H144","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H144","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2003997,"bill_number":"H2292","title":"Relative to extending the requirements of the MBTA Communities Act to all cities and towns","description":"Relative to extending the requirements of the MBTA Communities Act, so-called, to all cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2292","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2003998,"bill_number":"H3417","title":"Designating Domestic Workers' Rights Day","description":"By Representatives Sousa of Framingham and Garcia of Chelsea, a petition of Priscila S. Sousa, Judith A. Garcia 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":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3417","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2003999,"bill_number":"H2328","title":"Enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants","description":"Relative to enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5647 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2328","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004000,"bill_number":"H1900","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1900","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004001,"bill_number":"H1801","title":"To provide continuum of care for severe mental illness","description":"For legislation to provide continuum of care for severe mental illness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1801","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004002,"bill_number":"H1394","title":"Relative to family members serving as caregivers","description":"Relative to family members serving as caregivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1394","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2004003,"bill_number":"H2830","title":"Relative to credible service positions","description":"Relative to creditable service for certain emergency responders. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2830","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2004004,"bill_number":"H1018","title":"Updating the management of the Commonwealth's water resources","description":"Relative to water resources and protecting the rights of municipalities and districts. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1018","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2004005,"bill_number":"H2784","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2784","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004006,"bill_number":"H2416","title":"Relative to gambling addiction","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study on problem gambling. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2416","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004007,"bill_number":"H621","title":"Relative to state engagement in the education of gifted and talented students","description":"Relative to the education of advanced and gifted students in grades K-12. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H622","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H621","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2004009,"bill_number":"H1127","title":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage and access to nurse-midwifery services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1127","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004010,"bill_number":"H3677","title":"Relative to the authorization for electronic signatures with motor vehicle title and registration transactions","description":"By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire and others that the Registry of Motor Vehicles be authorized to accept electronic signatures on any document. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4724","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3677","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2004011,"bill_number":"H2994","title":"Relative to veterans retirement and pensions","description":"Relative to public employee retirement and pensions for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2994","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2004012,"bill_number":"H547","title":"Relative to providing health education in schools","description":"Relative to health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5283","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H547","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004013,"bill_number":"H2813","title":"Relative to the fifth member of the public employee retirement systems","description":"Relative to filling certain vacancies on retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2813","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2004014,"bill_number":"H1523","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1523","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004015,"bill_number":"H832","title":"Relative to uniformity of ballots in polling places","description":"Relative to uniformity of ballots in polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H832","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004016,"bill_number":"H1216","title":"Relative to insurance coverage of hearing aids","description":"Relative to insurance coverage of hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1216","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2004017,"bill_number":"H2645","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2645","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2004019,"bill_number":"H986","title":"Relative to the Department of Fish and Game","description":"Relative to the Department of Fish and Game. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H986","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004020,"bill_number":"H3629","title":"Facilitating cost efficient transportation","description":"Relative to the permitting of certain trucks and trailer-trucks for travel on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3629","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004021,"bill_number":"H1177","title":"Relative to community reinvestment goals for banks","description":"Relative to community reinvestment goals for banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1177","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2004022,"bill_number":"H2226","title":"Establishing a commission to study the availability of the continuum of care services 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 the continuum of care services for persons with substance use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4669","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2226","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004023,"bill_number":"H536","title":"Relative to state aid for public schools","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal education fund to be administered by the commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H536","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2004024,"bill_number":"H3210","title":"Making the fair share tax more equitable","description":"Relative to taxable income under the fair share tax, so-called. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3210","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2004025,"bill_number":"H1968","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4639","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1968","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2004026,"bill_number":"H2691","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"Relative to fire protection sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2691","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004027,"bill_number":"H1179","title":"Increasing access to universal dental care","description":"Relative to access to universal dental care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1179","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2004028,"bill_number":"H766","title":"Relative to acute hospital and nursing home governance","description":"Relative to acute hospital and nursing home governance. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H766","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2004030,"bill_number":"H1164","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4936","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1164","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004031,"bill_number":"H3403","title":"Establishing a holiday known as \"John F. Kennedy Day\" to promote civic engagement and voter participation in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a John F. Kennedy day holiday commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3403","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004032,"bill_number":"H278","title":"Relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the emergency aid for elderly and disabled residents assistance program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H278","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2004033,"bill_number":"H1013","title":"Establishing the municipal reforestation program","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal reforestation program within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1013","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2004034,"bill_number":"H3431","title":"Authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk","description":"By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn and Rebecca L. Rausch that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3431","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004035,"bill_number":"H863","title":"Establishing same-day voter registration","description":"For legislation to establish same-day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H863","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2004036,"bill_number":"H1973","title":"Protecting personal security","description":"Relative to name changes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1973","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004037,"bill_number":"H492","title":"Establishing an advisory commission on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory commission (including members of the General Court) on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H492","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004038,"bill_number":"H473","title":"Relative to the registration of irrigation contractors","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of irrigation contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4283","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H473","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2004039,"bill_number":"H1742","title":"To clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations","description":"For legislation to clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1742","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2004041,"bill_number":"H1856","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act","description":"Relative to the distribution of property and the modification of the terms of trusts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1856","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004042,"bill_number":"H985","title":"Establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health","description":"Relative to establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H985","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004043,"bill_number":"H658","title":"Relative to educator training to create educational equity for gifted and beyond grade-level children","description":"Relative to educator training for gifted and beyond grade-level children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H658","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2004044,"bill_number":"H1196","title":"Relative to unpaid health insurance deductibles","description":"Relative to unpaid health insurance deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1196","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004045,"bill_number":"H1556","title":"To improve the accuracy of the counting of existing affordable housing stock","description":"Relative to expanding the definition of affordable housing to include manufactured homes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1556","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":2004046,"bill_number":"H3782","title":"To reduce the fee for motor vehicle veteran registration plates","description":"For legislation to reduce registration fees on veteran plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3782","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2004047,"bill_number":"H1681","title":"Further regulating the discharge of fireworks in densely populated neighborhoods","description":"Relative to further regulating the discharge of fireworks in densely populated neighborhoods. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1681","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2004048,"bill_number":"H2257","title":"Enhancing municipal bonding efficacy","description":"For legislation to establish a special legislative commission to conduct an investigation and study of municipal bonding. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2257","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004049,"bill_number":"H3230","title":"Advancing renewable heating solutions for the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to renewable heating programs and providing for certain tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3230","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2004051,"bill_number":"H3032","title":"To reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land","description":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3032","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004052,"bill_number":"H1551","title":"Relative to the Affordable Homes Act","description":"Relative to the renovation and repair of housing authority properties. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1551","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004053,"bill_number":"H2142","title":"Requiring human service employers to develop and implement programs that prevent workplace violence","description":"Relative to requiring human service employers to develop and implement programs that prevent workplace violence. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2142","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004054,"bill_number":"H1115","title":"Requiring full health insurance coverage for individuals with vitiligo","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for individuals with vitiligo. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1115","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2004055,"bill_number":"H1342","title":"Relative to parental choice for medically fragile students","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for certain medically fragile students. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1342","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2004056,"bill_number":"H330","title":"To clarify the minimum age for the sale and purchase of adult-use products","description":"Relative to the sale and purchase of adult-use products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5271","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H330","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004057,"bill_number":"H1220","title":"Creating surcharge exceptions in motor vehicle insurance premiums","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1220","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2004058,"bill_number":"H2122","title":"Providing worker compensation protection to emergency response and medical personnel related to COVID-19 infection","description":"Relative to providing worker compensation protection to emergency response and medical personnel related to COVID-19 infections. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2122","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2004059,"bill_number":"H1285","title":"Relative to the calculation of labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the calculation of labor rates paid by insurance companies to motor vehicle repair shops. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1285","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004060,"bill_number":"H1610","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1610","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004061,"bill_number":"H791","title":"Relative to assisted living and the frail elder waiver","description":"Relative to assisted living and the frail elder waiver. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H791","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2004062,"bill_number":"H3721","title":"Relative to railroad crew transportation","description":"Relative to railroad crew transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5135","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3721","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004063,"bill_number":"H225","title":"To amend the structure of the Commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren","description":"Relative to the structure of the commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5610","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H225","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2004064,"bill_number":"H1411","title":"Increasing the personal needs allowance for long term care residents","description":"For legislation to increase the personal needs allowance for certain elderly and disabled residents residing in licensed medical facilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1411","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2004065,"bill_number":"H2810","title":"Authorizing the city of Taunton to continue the employment of police chief Edward J. Walsh","description":"That the city of Taunton be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Edward J. Walsh, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2810","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2004066,"bill_number":"H2434","title":"Improving pediatric cancer research","description":"Relative to pediatric cancer research. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2434","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004067,"bill_number":"H2037","title":"Relative to domestic abuse protection, \"Katherine's Law\"","description":"Relative to domestic abuse protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2037","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004068,"bill_number":"H466","title":"Authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Palmer be authorized to issue five 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 premise in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4282","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H466","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2004069,"bill_number":"H307","title":"Supporting economic growth of downtowns and main streets","description":"Relative to the economic growth of downtowns and main streets. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4758","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H307","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004070,"bill_number":"H2030","title":"To implement recommendations of the Commission on structural racism in the parole process","description":"Relative to structural racism in the parole process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2030","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2004071,"bill_number":"H2890","title":"Relative to transparency in municipal health insurance","description":"Relative to transparency in municipal health insurance. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2890","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004072,"bill_number":"H1166","title":"Further regulating the rental of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to further regulate the rental of motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1166","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004073,"bill_number":"H3492","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3492","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2004074,"bill_number":"H2835","title":"Relative to funding contributions under state/teachers' and local pension systems","description":"Relative to the Commonwealth's pension liability fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2835","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2004075,"bill_number":"H953","title":"Relative to forest protection","description":"Relative to forest protection. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5216","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H953","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004076,"bill_number":"H2923","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2923","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2004077,"bill_number":"H2709","title":"Relative to live fire training requirements","description":"Relative to live fire training requirements. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2709","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2004078,"bill_number":"H3280","title":"Relative to unreasonable property tax increases","description":"Relative to property tax increases. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3280","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2004079,"bill_number":"H3455","title":"Relative to permitting of electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to permitting of electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3455","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004081,"bill_number":"H783","title":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","description":"By Representative Moran of Boston, a petition of John Francis Moran and Samantha Montaño 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4305","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H783","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004083,"bill_number":"H1172","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for new treatment","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for gender-affirming health care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1172","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2004084,"bill_number":"H2004","title":"Prohibiting child sex dolls","description":"Relative to prohibiting child sex dolls. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2004","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2004085,"bill_number":"H283","title":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human services workers","description":"For legislation to establish a student loan repayment program for human service workers to encourage individuals to enter the field and maintain employment at human service programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H283","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2004086,"bill_number":"H1897","title":"Relative to community corrections","description":"For legislation to further regulate community corrections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4861","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1897","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004087,"bill_number":"H3316","title":"To promote budget transparency and the public’s right to know","description":"By Representative Doherty of Taunton, a petition of Carol A. Doherty and James K. Hawkins that the website of the Secretary of the Commonwealth contain the total amount of income tax paid by residents of the Commonwealth to the federal government and the percent of those dollars appropriated for certain discretionary spending. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5168","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3316","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2004088,"bill_number":"H2639","title":"Relative to hoisting license renewal","description":"Relative to engineer license renewal. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H2664","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2639","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004089,"bill_number":"H2460","title":"Decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food","description":"Relative to standardizing the date labeling of food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2460","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2004090,"bill_number":"H3031","title":"To promote jobs and economic growth in tourism, visitation and hospitality","description":"For legislation to provide additional funding for the Massachusetts Tourism Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3031","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004091,"bill_number":"H1413","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"Relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1413","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2004092,"bill_number":"H799","title":"Decoupling the municipal census from voter registration","description":"For legislation to further regulate voter registration rolls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H799","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2004093,"bill_number":"H1470","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1470","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2004094,"bill_number":"H2803","title":"Authorizing the Plymouth County Retirement System to grant creditable service to David Osborne","description":"By Representatives DeCoste of Norwell and Kearney of Scituate, a petition of David F. DeCoste, Patrick Joseph Kearney and Patrick M. O'Connor (with the approval of the county commissioners) that the Plymouth County Retirement System be authorized to grant creditable service to David Osborne. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2803","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004095,"bill_number":"H1165","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Relative to providing certain health insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4937","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1165","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004096,"bill_number":"H1202","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1202","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004097,"bill_number":"H2804","title":"Authorizing the Plymouth County Retirement System to grant creditable service to Judy Hartigan","description":"By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition of David F. DeCoste (with the approval of the county commissioners) that the Plymouth County Retirement System grant creditable service to Judy Hartigan for certain service to the town of Rockland. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2804","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004098,"bill_number":"H2438","title":"Removing social security numbers from death certificates","description":"For legislation to remove social security numbers from death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2438","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004099,"bill_number":"H3526","title":"Relative to large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural or recreational land of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural or recreational land of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3526","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004100,"bill_number":"H80","title":"Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4746","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H80/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H80","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2004101,"bill_number":"H990","title":"Prohibiting the sale of newly farmed fur products","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of farmed fur products. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H990","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2004102,"bill_number":"H3581","title":"Supporting electrical load aggregation programs in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to electrical load aggregation programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3581","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2004103,"bill_number":"H1372","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"For legislation to improve health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1372","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004104,"bill_number":"H130","title":"Relative to membership updates for the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","description":"Relative to membership of the Massachusetts Food Policy Council. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H130","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2004105,"bill_number":"H287","title":"Relative to studying best practices for ensuring the safety of blind persons","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study and determine best practices to ensure the safety of blind persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H287","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2004106,"bill_number":"H1238","title":"Establishing a division of health insurance","description":"For legislation to establish a division of health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4949","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1238","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004107,"bill_number":"H201","title":"To bring child support home","description":"Relative to child support enforcement. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4910","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H201","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2004108,"bill_number":"H1096","title":"Relative to rate equity for community health centers","description":"Relative to rates for community health centers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5015","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1096","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004109,"bill_number":"H3631","title":"To build future-forward parking structures to promote EV equity and walkable downtowns","description":"For legislation to establish a program for the construction, reconstruction, and renovation of municipal parking facilities to provide electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3631","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004110,"bill_number":"H2013","title":"Relative to drug induced homicide","description":"Relative to drug induced homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2013","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004111,"bill_number":"H2201","title":"Relative to ensuring quality mental health services in state correctional facilities","description":"Relative to quality mental health services in state correctional facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2201","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004112,"bill_number":"H123","title":"Relative to reimbursement of the marine recreational fisheries development fund","description":"Relative to certain reimbursement of the marine recreational fisheries development fund. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H123","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2004114,"bill_number":"H577","title":"Honoring the Commonwealth’s commitment to public school districts","description":"Relative to charter school tuition reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H577","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2004115,"bill_number":"H2717","title":"Relative to membership on the POST commission","description":"Relative to the membership of the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2717","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004116,"bill_number":"H2130","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2130","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004117,"bill_number":"H3695","title":"Relative to littering","description":"Relative to roadway littering. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4976","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3695","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004118,"bill_number":"H3762","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3762","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004119,"bill_number":"H362","title":"Relative to partial payment","description":"For legislation to further regulate residential contracting agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H362","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2004120,"bill_number":"H1307","title":"Relative to testing for Factor V Leiden","description":"Relative to testing for Factor V Leiden. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5048","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1307","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004121,"bill_number":"H3571","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts' future energy planning","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts' future energy planning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3571","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2004122,"bill_number":"H1645","title":"To update expungement","description":"Relative to the protection of sealed court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4858","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1645","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004123,"bill_number":"H2057","title":"Ensuring the safety and dignity of first responders (Halo Act)","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the intent to impede or interfere, threaten or harass first responders performing such duties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2057","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2004124,"bill_number":"H3089","title":"Relative to taxation of digital advertising services","description":"Relative to taxation of digital advertising services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5205","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3089","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2004125,"bill_number":"H3518","title":"Relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3518","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2004126,"bill_number":"H74","title":"Relative to the contracting of digital replicas","description":"Relative to the contracting of digital replicas. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4832","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H74/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H74","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004127,"bill_number":"H2179","title":"Prohibiting employment discrimination based on the legal use of cannabis","description":"Relative to prohibiting employment discrimination based on the legal use of cannabis. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2179","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2004128,"bill_number":"H2439","title":"Relative to clinical laboratory testing","description":"Relative to clinical laboratory testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2439","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004129,"bill_number":"H3662","title":"To increase opportunity by ending debt-based driving restrictions","description":"Relative providing notices and taking certain other actions to reduce debt-based driving restrictions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3662","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2004130,"bill_number":"H1531","title":"Establishing a commission to study housing affordability and density reform","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study housing affordability and density reform. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1531","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004131,"bill_number":"H3626","title":"Relative to fares for veterans","description":"For legislation to authorize the MBTA to establish a reduced fare program for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3626","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2004132,"bill_number":"H2161","title":"Ensuring fair and full employee compensation","description":"Relative to ensuring fair and full employee compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2161","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004133,"bill_number":"H3761","title":"Definition and requirements of motorized vehicle","description":"Relative to the registration and insurance of electric bicycles and motorized scooters,. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3761","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2004134,"bill_number":"H2376","title":"To protect medical freedom","description":"Relative to mandating or compelling individuals to undergo medical procedures, including vaccination. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2376","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2004135,"bill_number":"H208","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4851","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H208","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2004136,"bill_number":"H3396","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5166","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3396","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2004137,"bill_number":"H2654","title":"To strengthen critical incident stress management for emergency service providers","description":"Relative to critical incident stress management for emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2654","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004138,"bill_number":"H3880","title":"Relative to courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans","description":"By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition of Adam J. Scanlon that cities and towns be authorized to provide courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3880","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004139,"bill_number":"H1642","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1642","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004140,"bill_number":"H2363","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to study the feasibility of incentivizing inpatient psychiatric hospitals to admit patients directly from community behavioral health centers","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Department of Public Health study the feasibility of incentivizing inpatient psychiatric hospitals to admit patients directly from community behavioral health centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2363","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004141,"bill_number":"H904","title":"Relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling","description":"Relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H904","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004142,"bill_number":"H1522","title":"Relative to electronic meetings and voting in condominiums","description":"Relative to electronic meetings and voting in condominiums. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1522","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004143,"bill_number":"H2957","title":"Relative to veterans' buyback","description":"Relative to veterans' buyback. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2957","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004144,"bill_number":"H1453","title":"Establishing a fund to further educational opportunities for caregivers to adults with disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish within the Board of Higher Education a fund to further educational opportunities for caregivers to adults with disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1453","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004146,"bill_number":"H2976","title":"Relative to creditable service for Eileen Mullen, a member of the Massachusetts Teachers’ retirement system","description":"By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Montigny, a joint petition of Mark D. Sylvia, Mark C. Montigny and Antonio F. D. Cabral that the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement Board be directed to grant creditable service to Eileen Mullen for certain service rendered at the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2976","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2004147,"bill_number":"H3308","title":"Authorizing the reorientation of the parcel of land occupied by Riverside Boat Club of Cambridge","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to reorient a certain parcel of land occupied by Riverside Boat Club of Cambridge. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3308","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2004148,"bill_number":"H1853","title":"To enhance the availability of immunity to witnesses in the courts of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to testimony after grant of immunity to witnesses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1853","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004149,"bill_number":"H3246","title":"To promote adoption","description":"Relative to a taxpayer exemption for adopted children. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3246","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2004151,"bill_number":"H3515","title":"To enhance municipal choice and provide affordable electricity options","description":"Relative to municipal lighting plants of purchasing municipalities or cooperatives. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3515","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2004152,"bill_number":"H2189","title":"Relative to bereavement leave","description":"Relative to bereavement leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5302","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2189","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2004153,"bill_number":"H2731","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2731","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2004154,"bill_number":"H2135","title":"Relative to the digital Coogan law","description":"Relative to minors engaged in the work of vlogging. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2135","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004155,"bill_number":"H3766","title":"Relative to the odometer reading of a vehicle that is 25 years or older","description":"Relative to odometer readings documented incorrectly in the certificates of title of certain antique motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3766","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2004156,"bill_number":"H2073","title":"To prohibit mandatory overtime","description":"For legislation to prohibit health care worker mandatory overtime. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2073","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004157,"bill_number":"H991","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water in schools","description":"Relative to safe drinking water in schools. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H991","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2004158,"bill_number":"H1375","title":"Prohibiting surprise outside billing","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to consider and evaluate the efficacy of policies that require hospitals and other health care providers to sell bundled packages of services that include fees for all relevant physicians. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1375","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004159,"bill_number":"H720","title":"Prohibiting cell phone usage during the school day","description":"For legislation to prohibit cell phone or other personal electronic device usage by students during the school day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4745","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H720","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004160,"bill_number":"H724","title":"Establishing a commission on school segregation","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) on school segregation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H724","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2004161,"bill_number":"H2815","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2815","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2004162,"bill_number":"H739","title":"Relative to MSBA school funding","description":"Relative to School Building Advisory Board funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H739","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004163,"bill_number":"H669","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4642","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H669","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2004164,"bill_number":"H817","title":"Relative to the disclosure of the political party offices campaign contributions","description":"Relative to the disclosure of the political party offices' campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H817","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004165,"bill_number":"H2042","title":"Relative to child protection","description":"Relative to matters harmful to minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2042","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2004166,"bill_number":"H1020","title":"To improve the review and regulation of emerging contaminants on public water systems","description":"Relative to emerging contaminants on public water systems. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1020","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004167,"bill_number":"H3587","title":"To grow and maintain space in cities and towns for the creative economy","description":"For legislation to establish a local option trust to provide creative space and presentation space in municipalities. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3587","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004168,"bill_number":"H3615","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3615","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004170,"bill_number":"H1841","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1841","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2004171,"bill_number":"H367","title":"To reduce inequities in access to hearing aids","description":"For legislation to provide increased access to hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H367","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004172,"bill_number":"H2959","title":"Relative to exemptions for civil service laws","description":"Relative to certain exemptions from the civil service laws. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2959","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2004173,"bill_number":"H194","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission forming a department of workplace and consumer safety","description":"For legislation to establish a department of workplace and consumer safety within the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H194","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2004174,"bill_number":"H2906","title":"Increasing the age of retirement for uniformed public safety personnel in designated seasonal communities","description":"Relative to increasing the age of retirement for uniformed public safety personnel in designated seasonal communities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2906","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2004175,"bill_number":"H2952","title":"Relative to work hours for state retirees","description":"Relative to work hours for state retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2952","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004177,"bill_number":"H2043","title":"To protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders","description":"For legislation to protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2043","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2004178,"bill_number":"H3155","title":"Allowing for the deduction of business interest","description":"Relative to the income tax deduction of business interest. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Monday, January 4, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3155","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2004179,"bill_number":"H3105","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3105","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004180,"bill_number":"H3239","title":"Relative to municipal property tax reform","description":"Relative to municipal property tax reform. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3239","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004181,"bill_number":"H2176","title":"Prohibiting employers from attempting to conceal violations of state wage, benefit, or tax laws","description":"Relative to employer disclosure of immigration status to conceal violation of state wage, benefit, or tax laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2176","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2004182,"bill_number":"H3798","title":"Establishing school zones for locomotives","description":"Relative to establishing school zone speed limits for locomotives. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5133","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3798","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004183,"bill_number":"H594","title":"Relative to personal financial literacy","description":"Relative to personal financial literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H627","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H594","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2004184,"bill_number":"H2598","title":"Relative to accurate firearms records","description":"Relative to firearms records. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2598","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004185,"bill_number":"H880","title":"Relative to city and town clerks mailing of early voting ballots","description":"Relative to mailing of early voting ballots by city and town clerks. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H880","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2004186,"bill_number":"H737","title":"Relative to defending the autonomy and integrity of student athletes and coaches","description":"Relative to sports teams at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H737","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004187,"bill_number":"H1223","title":"To ensure access to scalp and facial hair prostheses for children and adults with alopecia areata","description":"Relative to providing health insurance coverage for scalp and facial hair prosthesis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4552","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1223","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2004188,"bill_number":"H84","title":"Creating a task force to study the use of the internet by sex offenders","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation by a special task force (including members of the General Court) relative to the use of the Internet by sex offenders. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H84/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H84","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004189,"bill_number":"H1435","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations","description":"Relative to advanced placement examination for post-secondary level course credits. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1435","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2004190,"bill_number":"H342","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4980","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H342","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004191,"bill_number":"H2072","title":"Relative to minimum wage for municipal employees","description":"Relative to minimum wage for municipal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2072","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004192,"bill_number":"H3502","title":"Relative to grid optimization","description":"By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition of Richard M. Haggerty that the Department of Public Utilities investigate establishing and refining standards that expand the use of distributed grid edge software on advanced meter infrastructure meters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3502","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2004193,"bill_number":"H3877","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3877","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004194,"bill_number":"H2088","title":"To restore collective bargaining for teachers and other school employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining for teachers and other school employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2088","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004195,"bill_number":"H2213","title":"Relative to treatment for substance use disorder","description":"Relative to treatment for substance use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2213","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004197,"bill_number":"H3171","title":"To exempt municipalities from the gas tax","description":"For legislation to exempt municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3171","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2004198,"bill_number":"H1104","title":"Amending the banking laws and related statutes","description":"Relative to banking laws and related statutes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1104","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004199,"bill_number":"H2219","title":"Expanding access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols","description":"For legislation to expand access to mental health services and strengthen risk assessment protocols. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2219","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004200,"bill_number":"H2701","title":"To promote and protect safety in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote and protect safety in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2701","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2004201,"bill_number":"H2949","title":"Regarding retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups","description":"Relative to the retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2949","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004202,"bill_number":"H460","title":"Relative to updating construction safety standards","description":"Relative to construction safety standards. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4677","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H460","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004204,"bill_number":"H3889","title":"Relative to extending Veterans benefits to surviving spouses","description":"Relative to extending veterans benefits to surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3889","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2004205,"bill_number":"H972","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to supply water to the Lynnfield Center Water District within the town of Lynnfield","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading and Senator Crighton, a joint petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and Brendan P. Crighton that the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority be authorized to supply water to the Lynnfield Center Water District in the town of Lynnfield. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H972","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004206,"bill_number":"H81","title":"Relative to artificial intelligence disclosure","description":"Relative to artificial intelligence disclosures. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H81/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H81","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004207,"bill_number":"H1669","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws","description":"Relative to the enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4635","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1669","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2004208,"bill_number":"H3286","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5200","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3286","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2004210,"bill_number":"H3886","title":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","description":"Relative to support for military connected families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3886","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2004211,"bill_number":"H2333","title":"Establishing a municipal building assistance program and building authority","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal building assistance program and building authority. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4732","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2333","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2004212,"bill_number":"H3698","title":"Relative to federal motor vehicle safety standards compliance","description":"Relative to federal motor vehicle safety standards compliance. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3698","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004213,"bill_number":"H3683","title":"Relative to establishing the science corridor","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a study of establishing direct bus rapid transit between Kendall Square in Cambridge and the Allston, North Brighton and Longwood Medical areas in Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3683","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004214,"bill_number":"H2741","title":"Authorizing the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Nathan R. Mackinnon","description":"By Representative Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero and Nathan L. Mackinnon that the State Board of Retirement be authorized to grant creditable service to Nathan R. Mackinnon of Westford. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2741","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004215,"bill_number":"H3117","title":"To support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability","description":"Relative to the taxation of disaster response and broadband infrastructure. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3117","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2004216,"bill_number":"H2390","title":"Expanding access to hygiene products","description":"Relative to expanding access to hygiene products. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2390","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004217,"bill_number":"H3398","title":"To promote diversity on public boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to promote diversity on public boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3398","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2004218,"bill_number":"H1457","title":"Expanding the community college training incentive program","description":"Relative to expanding the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1457","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004219,"bill_number":"H874","title":"Relative to voting rights restoration","description":"For legislation to restore voting rights to incarcerated felons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H874","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2004220,"bill_number":"H2843","title":"To provide retirement incentives in public higher education","description":"For legislation to provide retirement incentives in public higher education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2843","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004222,"bill_number":"H3634","title":"Relative to providing multimodal transportation technologies","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5326","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3634","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004223,"bill_number":"H1544","title":"To guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal","description":"Relative to tenant’s first right of refusal. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1544","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004224,"bill_number":"H1466","title":"Establishing the hunger free campus initiative","description":"For legislation to establish a hunger-free campus grant program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4408","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1466","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2004225,"bill_number":"H3731","title":"To enhance pedestrian safety","description":"Relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3731","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004226,"bill_number":"H3536","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3536","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2004227,"bill_number":"H1374","title":"Establishing a state-wide drug repository program","description":"For legislation to establish a state-wide drug repository program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1374","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004228,"bill_number":"H484","title":"Relative to the town of Avon","description":"Relative to the membership of the Brockton Economic Target Area. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5178","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H484","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2004229,"bill_number":"H1062","title":"Relative to hunting with artificial light","description":"For legislation to authorize the hunting of coyote with artificial light. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1062","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2004230,"bill_number":"H3550","title":"Relative to increasing fuel assistance for low income individuals","description":"Relative to a cap on gas delivery fees by gas companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3550","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2004231,"bill_number":"H548","title":"To promote safe firearm storage education and increase the well-being of students","description":"Relative to firearm storage education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H548","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004232,"bill_number":"H1697","title":"Relative to psychological evaluations for persons considered a danger to themselves or others","description":"Relative to psychological evaluations for persons considered a danger to themselves or others. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1697","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2004233,"bill_number":"H1844","title":"Regulating fees for the registration of attorneys","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1844","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2004234,"bill_number":"H1046","title":"To eliminate combined sewer overflows in Massachusetts waterways","description":"For legislation to eliminate combined sewer overflows in waterways. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1031","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1046","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2004235,"bill_number":"H2067","title":"Waiving the requirement for on call fire fighters to disclose stipends as income","description":"Relative to waiving the requirement for on call fire fighters to disclose stipends as income for unemployment compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5361","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2067","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2004236,"bill_number":"H3649","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3649","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004237,"bill_number":"H138","title":"Relative to the definition of livestock","description":"Relative to the definition of livestock. Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H138","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004238,"bill_number":"H3791","title":"Relative to motor vehicle distributors","description":"Relative to motor vehicle distributors. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3791","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004239,"bill_number":"H3691","title":"Relative to roadways and road markings","description":"Relative to roadways and road markings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3689","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3691","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004240,"bill_number":"H3847","title":"Recognizing and providing assistance for military service-related injuries from agent orange and burn pits","description":"For legislation to recognize and provide assistance for military service-related injuries from agent orange and burn pits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3847","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004241,"bill_number":"H3776","title":"Relative to an ADA paratransit program riders' bill of rights","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Mindy Domb and Homar Gómez that public transit agencies that administers or provides for a paratransit program shall establish and implement a riders' bill of rights. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3776","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004243,"bill_number":"H3483","title":"Halting close proximity antennas and higher frequencies to enforce RadLimits","description":"For legislation to establish the radiation regulatory agency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3483","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2004244,"bill_number":"H3158","title":"To allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals with local approval","description":"For legislation to authorize an increase in the local sales tax upon the sale of restaurant meals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3158","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2004245,"bill_number":"H1497","title":"Relative to avoiding senior homelessness and maintaining senior housing stabilization of rents","description":"Relative to the stabilization of rents in cities and towns facing distress in the housing market. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1497","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":2004246,"bill_number":"H1163","title":"Relative to the modernization of insurance stamps","description":"Relative to insurance stamps for motor vehicle liability policy certificates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5206","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1163","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2004247,"bill_number":"H2910","title":"Relative to state police pensions","description":"Relative to state police pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2910","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004248,"bill_number":"H1745","title":"To study the delivery of medical care to persons held in custody","description":"For legislation to study the delivery of emergency medical care to persons in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1745","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2004249,"bill_number":"H1599","title":"For the Youth Court Justice Fund","description":"For legislation to establish a youth restorative justice fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1599","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004250,"bill_number":"H634","title":"To charter school renewals","description":"Relative to charter school renewals. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H634","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2004251,"bill_number":"H572","title":"Relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automatic external defibrillator education in public schools","description":"Relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automatic external defibrillator education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H572","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004252,"bill_number":"H2901","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2901","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2004253,"bill_number":"H1459","title":"To modernize financial aid access","description":"For legislation to establish the MassGrant program to provide financial assistance to eligible residents enrolled at an eligible institution. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5179","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1459","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2004254,"bill_number":"H751","title":"Exempting Warwick Schools","description":"By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that public schools in the town of Warwick be authorized to continue to participate in the school choice program. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H751","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2004255,"bill_number":"H1571","title":"To make home repair affordable and stabilize communities","description":"For legislation to make home repair affordable and stabilize communities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1571","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2004256,"bill_number":"H165","title":"Relative to supporting sustainability in the cannabis industry","description":"Relative sustainable practices and reduce the use of natural materials in the cannabis industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H165","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004257,"bill_number":"H3383","title":"Designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5166","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3383","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2004258,"bill_number":"H2569","title":"Expanding the availability of adaptable housing for people with disabilities and seniors","description":"Relative to the availability of adaptable housing for consumers with disabilities, mobility impairments and seniors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2569","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2004259,"bill_number":"H3829","title":"Prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress","description":"Relative to prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5357 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3829","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2004260,"bill_number":"H3519","title":"Relative to a feasibility report on solar rooftop energy on new buildings","description":"By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis, Rodney M. Elliott and James C. Arena-DeRosa for an investigation and study by a special commission to study the feasibility of authorizing the installation of rooftop solar energy systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3519","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2004262,"bill_number":"H2945","title":"Relative to retired teachers supporting public education","description":"Relative to limitations on earnings or hours for certain retired teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2945","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2004263,"bill_number":"H1791","title":"Establishing mandatory post release supervision in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish mandatory post release supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1791","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004264,"bill_number":"H3085","title":"Providing incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries","description":"Relative to providing tax incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3085","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2004265,"bill_number":"H3219","title":"Relative to the delivery of property tax bills","description":"Relative to the delivery of property tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3219","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004266,"bill_number":"H1474","title":"Relative to local preference in affordable housing","description":"Relative to affordable housing in certain municipalities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1474","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004267,"bill_number":"H987","title":"Relative to the circular economy","description":"Relative to the circular economy. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H987","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004268,"bill_number":"H913","title":"To create fees for single use beverage containers","description":"Relative to fees for single use beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H913","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004269,"bill_number":"H293","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H293","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2004270,"bill_number":"H809","title":"Establishing ranked choice voting for certain offices in the town of Lexington","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to establish ranked choice voting for certain offices in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H809","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004271,"bill_number":"H2504","title":"Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services","description":"Relative to consumer access and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5214","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2504","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2004272,"bill_number":"H320","title":"To protect consumers of tickets","description":"Relative to consumers of tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H320","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2004274,"bill_number":"H3337","title":"Relating to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects","description":"By Representative Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance implement embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3337","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004275,"bill_number":"H896","title":"Relative to Long and Moon Islands in Boston Harbor","description":"Relative to Long and Moon Islands in Boston Harbor. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H896","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004276,"bill_number":"H2413","title":"Recognizing EMS as a disease dangerous to the public health, requiring inclusion in MAVEN, establishing the Massachusetts EMS registry and requiring biennial reporting as part of population health trends","description":"By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier that the Department of Public Health add electromagnetic sensitivity (EMS) to the list of diseases dangerous to the public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2413","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2004277,"bill_number":"H324","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4354","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H324","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2004281,"bill_number":"H3351","title":"Promoting the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create a permanent commission on the status of people who practice Islam. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3351","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2004282,"bill_number":"H3162","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3162","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2004283,"bill_number":"H2368","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the use, disposal, and potential re-use of durable medical equipment in hospitals and care facilities under the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the use, disposal, and potential re-use of durable medical equipment in hospitals and care facilities under the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2368","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004284,"bill_number":"H1255","title":"Relative to reducing unnecessary delays in patient care","description":"Relative to patient care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1255","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2004285,"bill_number":"H2295","title":"Providing for retroactive housing compliance under the MBTA Communities Act","description":"Relative to retroactive housing compliance under the MBTA Communities Act. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2295","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004286,"bill_number":"H2774","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2774","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004287,"bill_number":"H3426","title":"Relative to the open 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4831","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3426","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2004288,"bill_number":"H1412","title":"Improving access to post acute services","description":"For legislation to improve access to post acute services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1412","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2004289,"bill_number":"H1378","title":"Relative to asset limits for MassHealth","description":"Relative to asset limits for MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1378","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2004290,"bill_number":"H956","title":"Providing for the ownership and maintenance of the Town Line Brook and Linden Brook culverts and dams","description":"Relative to the ownership and maintenance of the Town Line Brook and Linden Brook culverts and dams. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H956","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004291,"bill_number":"H2608","title":"Relative to human rights and improved outcomes for incarcerated people","description":"For legislation to maximize out-of-cell time and opportunities for incarcerated people to attend education, training, employment, and other programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2608","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2004292,"bill_number":"H2375","title":"Relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure","description":"Relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2375","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004293,"bill_number":"H3477","title":"Relative to clean lighting and appliance efficiency standards","description":"Relative to lighting and appliance efficiency standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3477","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004294,"bill_number":"H3236","title":"Expanding the senior property tax exemption","description":"Relative to expanding the senior property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3236","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004295,"bill_number":"H3211","title":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","description":"Relative to deeds excise receipts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3211","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004296,"bill_number":"H513","title":"Requiring equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs","description":"Relative to funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H513","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2004297,"bill_number":"H3341","title":"Relative to supplier diversity recertification","description":"Relative to supplier diversity recertification. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3341","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2004298,"bill_number":"H392","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H392","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004299,"bill_number":"H2188","title":"Relative to bereavement leave","description":"Relative to bereavement leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5302","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2188","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004300,"bill_number":"H2399","title":"To improve access to health care for people with Long COVID","description":"Relative to access to health care for people with Long COVID. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4608","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2399","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2004301,"bill_number":"H1263","title":"Relative to reducing racial and socioeconomic inequities in auto insurance premium pricing","description":"Relative to reducing racial and socioeconomic inequities in auto insurance premium pricing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1263","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2004302,"bill_number":"H252","title":"To protect safety net access for Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to community service areas of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H252","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2004303,"bill_number":"H2018","title":"Relative to prison reform","description":"For legislation to establish a review of the impact and effectiveness of facility programming by the Department of Correction including a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the effects of health care in department facilities and a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the effects of confinement in the departmental disciplinary unit on the mental health and wellness of prisoners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2018","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2004304,"bill_number":"H3596","title":"Related to local and regional cultural council membership","description":"Relative to local and regional cultural council membership. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3596","sponsor":"Steven Ouellette"},
{"bill_id":2004305,"bill_number":"H1076","title":"Relative to colon cancer screening","description":"Relative to colon cancer screening. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4933","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1076","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004306,"bill_number":"H1692","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Relative to health care decisions during periods of incapacity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1692","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004308,"bill_number":"H1515","title":"To transform the Commonwealth’s emergency response system and create housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults","description":"For legislation to develop housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1515","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2004309,"bill_number":"H3871","title":"Authorizing amending, updating, and aligning the Commonwealth’s definition of veteran","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3871","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2004310,"bill_number":"H1153","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1153","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2004311,"bill_number":"H2876","title":"Relative to amending retirement eligibility","description":"Relative to retirement eligibility for certain Group 4 retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2876","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2004312,"bill_number":"H1569","title":"To ensure senior home safety and security","description":"By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition of Chynah Tyler that senior housing facilities provide security services to ensure the safety and security of residents. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1569","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2004314,"bill_number":"H2187","title":"Relative to modernizing the unemployment benefits online portal","description":"By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition of Marcus S. Vaughn that the Department of Unemployment Assistance online unemployment benefits portal have a status bar on every individual’s profile displaying the progress of the applicant’s claim. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2187","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004315,"bill_number":"H948","title":"To protect the public health, safety and welfare including but not limited to the drinking water supply in Plymouth Carver Sole Source Aquifer, designated under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act by the United States Environmental Protection Agency in 1990","description":"By Representative Gaskey of Carver, a petition of John R. Gaskey that there be a one-year moratorium on the extraction of minerals, sand and gravel from land for the purposes of commercial sale in Plymouth and Bristol Counties. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H948","sponsor":"John Gaskey"},
{"bill_id":2004316,"bill_number":"H3226","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3226","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004317,"bill_number":"H1447","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation to encourage private fundraising by public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1447","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2004318,"bill_number":"H961","title":"Relative to the Office of the State Climatologist","description":"Relative to the office of the state climatologist within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H961","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004319,"bill_number":"H1478","title":"Advancing the Massachusetts social housing program","description":"Relative to the development of mixed income social housing to be administered by the Massachusetts Housing Finance Authority. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1478","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2004320,"bill_number":"H2564","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 Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2564","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004321,"bill_number":"H2436","title":"To eliminate fees for the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner","description":"For legislation to eliminate fees for the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4833","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2436","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2004322,"bill_number":"H2638","title":"To reform parole","description":"Relative to parole board employees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2638","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2004323,"bill_number":"H1099","title":"To reform title insurance","description":"For legislation to further regulate title insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1099","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004324,"bill_number":"H3010","title":"Excluding the Segal Americorps Educational Award from taxable income","description":"Relative to excluding the Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award from taxable income. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3010","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2004325,"bill_number":"H2800","title":"Enhancing public safety in the town of Stoneham","description":"By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis (by vote of the town) that town of Stoneham police department be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for original appointment of police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2800","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004326,"bill_number":"H3062","title":"Providing for settlements of tax liability","description":"Relative to settlements of tax liability. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3062","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2004327,"bill_number":"H3540","title":"Advancing clean energy equity","description":"Relative to advancing clean energy equity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3540","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2004328,"bill_number":"H2915","title":"Relative to updating judicial retirement benefits","description":"Relative to updating judicial retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2915","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004329,"bill_number":"H1957","title":"To ensure the ability to prosecute repeat OUI offenses","description":"For legislation to ensure the ability to prosecute repeat operating under the influence offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1957","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004330,"bill_number":"H1024","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1024","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004332,"bill_number":"H2770","title":"Relative to a retirement buyback issue","description":"By Representative Chaisson of Foxborough, a petition of Michael S. Chaisson that the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System be authorized to credit Diane Galanti with certain creditable service benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2770","sponsor":"Michael Chaisson"},
{"bill_id":2004333,"bill_number":"H2022","title":"Relative to prohibiting eviction without good cause","description":"Relative to prohibiting eviction without good cause. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2022","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2004334,"bill_number":"H454","title":"Relative to credit card surcharges","description":"Relative to credit card surcharges. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H454","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004335,"bill_number":"H1300","title":"Relative to cannabis for Medicare eligible patients","description":"Relative to cannabis for eligible patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5226","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1300","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004336,"bill_number":"H2821","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2821","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2004337,"bill_number":"H402","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H402","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2004338,"bill_number":"H2171","title":"To make data on workforce development outcomes public and accessible","description":"Relative to the availability of data on workforce development outcomes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2171","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2004339,"bill_number":"H1604","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 certain offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1604","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2004341,"bill_number":"H616","title":"To allow for school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to collect fees associated with nonresident pupil transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H616","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2004342,"bill_number":"H3814","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3814","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2004343,"bill_number":"H1626","title":"Preventing rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking","description":"Relative to preventing rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking and establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine sentencing for criminal online technological exploitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1626","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2004344,"bill_number":"H2621","title":"Relative to \"Critical Incident Leave\"","description":"For legislation to regulate administrative leaves involving events during which officers discharge firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2621","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004345,"bill_number":"H2014","title":"Designating the Chelsea District Courthouse as The Kevin G. Murphy Judicial Center","description":"For legislation to designate the Chelsea District Courthouse as The Kevin G. Murphy Judicial Center. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2014","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004346,"bill_number":"H1992","title":"Relative to body worn cameras","description":"Relative to allowing police officers to access or view recordings of incidents before making statements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1992","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2004347,"bill_number":"H816","title":"Relative to political contributions","description":"Relative to political campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H816","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004348,"bill_number":"H3700","title":"Promoting price transparency for electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3688","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3700","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004349,"bill_number":"H1833","title":"Enhancing remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse","description":"Relative to remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1833","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004350,"bill_number":"H2543","title":"Requiring hospital to maintain services","description":"For legislation to increase the accountability of hospitals that interrupt or divert required services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2543","sponsor":"Priscila Sousa"},
{"bill_id":2004351,"bill_number":"H2183","title":"To ban captive audience meetings","description":"For legislation to ban captive audience and employer sponsored meetings. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2183","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2004352,"bill_number":"H2502","title":"To clarify prescription monitoring program activities","description":"For legislation to clarify prescription monitoring program activities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2502","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004353,"bill_number":"H1547","title":"Codifying the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1547","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2004354,"bill_number":"H3091","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3091","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2004355,"bill_number":"H3508","title":"To study gasoline-focused sales-below-cost","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study gasoline-focused sales-below-cost. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3508","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004356,"bill_number":"H1693","title":"To remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence","description":"For legislation to remove collateral consequences and protect the presumption of innocence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1693","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2004357,"bill_number":"H3140","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3140","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2004358,"bill_number":"H3559","title":"To encourage solar development on buildings and disturbed land","description":"For legislation to encourage solar development on buildings and disturbed land. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3559","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004359,"bill_number":"H1185","title":"Relative to health savings accounts","description":"Relative to health savings accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4941","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1185","sponsor":"Ryan Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2004360,"bill_number":"H2610","title":"Relative to lawful right to carry","description":"Relative to right to carry. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2610","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2004361,"bill_number":"H220","title":"Establishing a diaper benefits pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a diaper insufficiency fund. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4911","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H220","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2004362,"bill_number":"H3613","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3613","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004363,"bill_number":"H646","title":"Relative to neurodiversity education","description":"Relative to neurodiversity education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5285","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H646","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004364,"bill_number":"H1552","title":"To create an interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board","description":"For legislation to create an interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1552","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2004365,"bill_number":"H2879","title":"Authorizing the continued employment of Steven A. Hilliger, firefighter of the town of Lancaster","description":"By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Cronin, a joint petition of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and John J. Cronin (by vote of the town) that the fire department of the town of Lancaster be authorized to continue the employment of Steven A. Hilliger. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2879","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2004366,"bill_number":"H3773","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3773","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004367,"bill_number":"H2808","title":"Providing for a fair and equitable Group 4 retirement benefit for POST-certified police officers working on Massachusetts public higher education campuses","description":"Relative to Group 4 retirement benefits for POST-certified police officers working on Massachusetts public higher education campuses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H3002","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2808","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2004368,"bill_number":"H1298","title":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","description":"For legislation to increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4954","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1298","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004369,"bill_number":"H3469","title":"Relative to solar permitting","description":"Relative to solar energy storage permit applications and inspections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3469","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2004370,"bill_number":"H3567","title":"Relative to energy generation payments","description":"Relative to energy generation payments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3567","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2004372,"bill_number":"H3664","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3664","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2004373,"bill_number":"H1666","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1666","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004375,"bill_number":"H349","title":"Establishing a commission to consider happy hour in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine repealing restrictions on the offer and sale of discounted alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H349","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2004376,"bill_number":"H3321","title":"Modernizing microphotographic recording of documents","description":"Relative to microphotographic recording of documents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3321","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2004377,"bill_number":"H1890","title":"Relative to equitable court staffing","description":"Relative to court staffing at the Edgartown and Nantucket district courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5060","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1890","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2004378,"bill_number":"H2045","title":"Relative to health care proxies","description":"Relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2045","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2004379,"bill_number":"H234","title":"Relative to child fatality review","description":"For legislation to establish a child fatality review team within the Office of the Child Advocate. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H234","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2004380,"bill_number":"H1952","title":"Promoting access to counsel and housing stability in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to promoting access to counsel and housing stability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1952","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004381,"bill_number":"H1554","title":"To secure housing for returning citizens","description":"By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition of Samantha Montaño that the Department of Housing and Community Development provide for programs, policies, guidelines, priorities and preferences for the housing of formerly incarcerated persons reentering communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1554","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2004382,"bill_number":"H3025","title":"Relative to long-term care insurance tax credit","description":"Relative to long term care insurance tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3025","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2004383,"bill_number":"H1074","title":"Relative to certain hunting zones","description":"Relative to certain hunting zones. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1074","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2004384,"bill_number":"H2783","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2783","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004385,"bill_number":"H2686","title":"Relative to police interactions with persons on the autism spectrum","description":"Relative to police training in appropriate interactions with persons on the autism spectrum and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2686","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004386,"bill_number":"H3553","title":"Regarding the reform of Class 2 regulations","description":"Relative to the reform of class 2 renewable energy generating resources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3553","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004387,"bill_number":"H3653","title":"Expanding truck safety requirements","description":"For legislation to further regulate truck safety requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4775","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3653","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004388,"bill_number":"H3651","title":"To improve the functioning and fairness of Registry of Motor Vehicles services","description":"For legislation to encourage local service delivery of Registry of Motor Vehicle services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5142","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3651","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004389,"bill_number":"H585","title":"Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"Relative to the effect of school day start times for middle and secondary school students. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H585","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004390,"bill_number":"H609","title":"To improve and enhance the Advisory Board to the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"Relative to the advisory board to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H609","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004391,"bill_number":"H3881","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3881","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004392,"bill_number":"H1259","title":"Relative to price-fixing prohibition, consumer transparency & tax fairness","description":"Relative to certain practices by payment card networks, issuers, and merchants. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4931","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1259","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004393,"bill_number":"H2052","title":"To reduce mass incarceration","description":"Relative to parole and establishing a restorative justice program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2052","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2004394,"bill_number":"H2365","title":"Relative to the civilian certification of military medical personnel","description":"Relative to the civilian certification of military medical personnel. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2365","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004395,"bill_number":"H814","title":"Enabling children’s right to vote","description":"For legislation to enable children’s right to vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H814","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2004396,"bill_number":"H598","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education","description":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H598","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2004397,"bill_number":"H2448","title":"Promoting patient safety and equitable access to care","description":"Relative to registered nurse patient assignment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2448","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2004398,"bill_number":"H1664","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative to rent escrow. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1664","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004399,"bill_number":"H341","title":"Extending live and simulcasted horse racing in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate simulcasted horse racing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H341","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004401,"bill_number":"H2950","title":"Relative to injured and incapacitated state-employed police officers","description":"Relative to injured and incapacitated state-employed police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2950","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004402,"bill_number":"H1330","title":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers reimbursements to pharmacies in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers reimbursements to pharmacies in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4488","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1330","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2004404,"bill_number":"H1888","title":"Regarding the quantum of proof in care and protection and termination of parental rights cases","description":"Relative to quantum of proof in care and protection and termination of parental rights cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1888","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2004405,"bill_number":"H3318","title":"To increase access to menstrual products in public buildings","description":"Relative to menstrual products in state buildings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3318","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2004406,"bill_number":"H421","title":"Relative to streamlining licensure, compliance, and contracting opportunities","description":"Relative to streamlining licensure, compliance, and contracting opportunities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H421","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2004407,"bill_number":"H3493","title":"Increasing opportunities for peak energy storage","description":"Relative to peak energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4744","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3493","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004408,"bill_number":"H2009","title":"Supporting and honoring Immigration and Customs Enforcement lawful detainments (SHIELD Act)","description":"Relative to federal immigration detainers issued by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2009","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2004409,"bill_number":"H3185","title":"Relative to taxpayer conscience protection","description":"For legislation to allow taxpayers to have the option to indicate on their income tax return that they do not want any portion of their income tax liability to be utilized for abortion services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5238","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3185","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2004410,"bill_number":"H3659","title":"Relative to peer-to-peer car sharing","description":"Relative to peer-to-peer car sharing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3659","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2004411,"bill_number":"H565","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts farm to school program","description":"Relative to farm and school partnerships in school meals. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H565","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2004412,"bill_number":"H910","title":"To prevent the release of black plastic into the environment","description":"Relative to the release of black plastics into the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H910","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004413,"bill_number":"H958","title":"To promote natural carbon sequestration","description":"Relative to the development of quantified net positive statewide natural carbon sequestration and storage goals. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H958","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004414,"bill_number":"H2491","title":"Establishing a task force to study the sustainability of emergency medical services","description":"Relative to establishing a task force to study the sustainability of emergency medical services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2491","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":2004415,"bill_number":"H415","title":"Banning the purchase and consumption of products made in Russia","description":"For legislation to ban purchases and consumption of Russian made products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H415","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2004416,"bill_number":"H1230","title":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","description":"For legislation to mandate cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4946","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1230","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004417,"bill_number":"H2853","title":"Relative to PTSD and accidental disability","description":"Relative to PTSD and accidental disability. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2853","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004418,"bill_number":"H2758","title":"Relative to vacation time for employees of the Commonwealth who are veterans","description":"Relative to the rate of vacation time for certain employees of the Commonwealth who are veterans and buyback creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2758","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2004419,"bill_number":"H3065","title":"Relative to contractor rental equipment","description":"Relative to the sales tax on contractor rental equipment. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3065","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2004420,"bill_number":"H3142","title":"Relative to exempting small businesses from the telecommunications tax","description":"Relative to exempting small businesses from the telecommunications tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3142","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004421,"bill_number":"H288","title":"Preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits","description":"Relative to preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H288","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2004422,"bill_number":"H3054","title":"To establish a local option municipal excise tax on unused utility corridors","description":"For legislation to establish a local option municipal excise tax on certain unused utility corridors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5204","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3054","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004423,"bill_number":"H2282","title":"Providing for safe subdivision ways","description":"Relative to subdivision dead end ways. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2282","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004424,"bill_number":"H1157","title":"To ensure access to prescription medication and community pharmacies","description":"Relative to prescription medication and community pharmacies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4493","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1157","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004425,"bill_number":"H520","title":"Relative to the training, assessment, and assignment of qualified school interpreters in educational settings","description":"Relative to the training, assessment, and assignment of qualified school interpreters in educational settings. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H520","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004426,"bill_number":"H1535","title":"Requiring triennial reports on the impacts of multi-family zoning in MBTA communities","description":"Relative to triennial reports on the impacts of multi-family zoning in MBTA communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1535","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004427,"bill_number":"H3656","title":"To assure safety, efficiency and accountability in transportation projects through public inspections","description":"Relative to public inspections of transportation projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3656","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2004428,"bill_number":"H2882","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2882","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2004429,"bill_number":"H331","title":"Relative to certain hospitality venues","description":"For legislation to authorize smoking bars in certain gaming establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H331","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2004430,"bill_number":"H3237","title":"Relative to medical and dental expense deductions","description":"Relative to medical and dental expense deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3237","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004431,"bill_number":"H410","title":"Relative to fees at health clubs","description":"Relative to the return of health clubs fees to members who become physically or medically disabled. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H410","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004432,"bill_number":"H2184","title":"Requiring an annual report on the labor market needs of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require an annual report on the labor market needs of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2184","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2004433,"bill_number":"H3375","title":"Utilizing apprenticeship programs for career paths in construction","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs for career paths in construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4974","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3375","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2004434,"bill_number":"H989","title":"Concerning the use of animals in product testing","description":"Relative to the use of animals in product testing. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H989","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2004436,"bill_number":"H2133","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relative to the forfeiture of workers' compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5361","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2133","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004437,"bill_number":"H1390","title":"Relative to MassHealth managed care pharmacy benefit reimbursement rates","description":"Relative to MassHealth managed care pharmacy benefit reimbursement rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1390","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004438,"bill_number":"H962","title":"Relative to the use of chlorpyrifos in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the use of chlorpyrifos in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H962","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004439,"bill_number":"H3584","title":"To prevent gas expansion to protect climate, community health and safety.","description":"For legislation to further regulate gas facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3584","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2004440,"bill_number":"H1528","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions","description":"Relative to public housing restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1528","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004441,"bill_number":"H2366","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 Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2366","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004442,"bill_number":"H2796","title":"Relative to public safety personnel","description":"Relative to post-retirement earnings for certain public safety retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2796","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2004443,"bill_number":"H1813","title":"Promoting fairness in parole","description":"Relative to the temporary custody of parolees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1813","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":2004444,"bill_number":"H571","title":"Providing for alternatives to fines for failure to send","description":"Relative to providing for alternative penalties for failure to send children to school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H571","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2004445,"bill_number":"H3481","title":"Relative to the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed","description":"Relative to the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3481","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":2004446,"bill_number":"H3392","title":"Designating September as PCOS awareness month","description":"By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition of Samantha Montaño and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the month of September as polycystic ovary syndrome awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3392","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2004447,"bill_number":"H1396","title":"Strengthening mental health centers","description":"For legislation to increase minimum payment rates for certain behavioral health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1396","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2004448,"bill_number":"H1909","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1909","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2004449,"bill_number":"H3470","title":"Protecting transportation network driver data privacy and integrity","description":"Relative to transportation network driver data privacy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3470","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2004450,"bill_number":"H2562","title":"To create a nicotine free generation","description":"Relative to the prohibition of the sale of certain tobacco products to persons born on or after January 1, 2006. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2562","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2004451,"bill_number":"H85","title":"Relative to determination of need of new technology","description":"Relative to determination of need of new technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H85/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H85","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2004452,"bill_number":"H940","title":"Relative to beavers","description":"For legislation to repeal the law relative to the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H940","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2004454,"bill_number":"H2888","title":"Relative to the Insurance Advisory Committee","description":"Relative to the members of the insurance advisory committees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2888","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004455,"bill_number":"H2627","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2627","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2004456,"bill_number":"H823","title":"Relative to election emergencies","description":"Relative to the regulation of elections in certain emergency situations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H823","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2004457,"bill_number":"H1248","title":"Providing living organ donor protections","description":"Relative to protections and health insurance coverage for living organ donors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1084","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1248","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2004458,"bill_number":"H1387","title":"To increase reimbursement for low historic relative price hospitals","description":"Relativerelative price hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1387","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2004459,"bill_number":"H1286","title":"Relative to colorectal and breast cancer screenings","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screenings and breast cancer screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1286","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004460,"bill_number":"H497","title":"Relative to rail-trail construction","description":"For legislation to authorize nonprofit organizations to apply for rail-trail construction project grants. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H497","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2004461,"bill_number":"H2565","title":"Relative to technical rescue services","description":"Relative to technical rescue services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2565","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004462,"bill_number":"H1904","title":"Relative to criminal investigations","description":"Relative to authorizing the recording of conversations during certain investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1904","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2004463,"bill_number":"H3635","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3635","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004464,"bill_number":"H3190","title":"Granting property tax relief to seniors","description":"For legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5165","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3190","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004465,"bill_number":"H124","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. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H124","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004467,"bill_number":"H2075","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4448","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2075","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004468,"bill_number":"H99","title":"Relative to surveillance pricing in grocery stores","description":"Relative to surveillance pricing in grocery stores. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H99/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H99","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004469,"bill_number":"H2316","title":"To improve parking and pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation to improve parking and pedestrian safety. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2316","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2004470,"bill_number":"H3639","title":"Promoting safety in the use of off-highway vehicles","description":"Relative to the operation of off-highway vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3639","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2004471,"bill_number":"H2367","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4607","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2367","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2004472,"bill_number":"H868","title":"Improving campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees","description":"Relative to campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H868","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004473,"bill_number":"H3495","title":"Promoting resilience against the heat-related impacts of climate change","description":"Relativerelative to extreme heat task. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3495","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2004474,"bill_number":"H1879","title":"To ensure backyard privacy","description":"Relative to the videotaping or taking of moving digital images of activities in the backyard of certain adjoining residential properties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1879","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2004475,"bill_number":"H3095","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5237","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3095","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2004476,"bill_number":"H2196","title":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","description":"Relative to overdose deaths and access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5274","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2196","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004477,"bill_number":"H2954","title":"Relative to the funding ratio of the public employee retirement system","description":"Relative to the funding ratio of the public employee retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2954","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2004478,"bill_number":"H1656","title":"Relative to the reckless discharge of firearms","description":"Relative to the reckless discharge of firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1656","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004479,"bill_number":"H3711","title":"Designating Marshfield the home of Senator Daniel Webster and Governor Edward Winslow","description":"For legislation to erect a marker on Route 3 designating Marshfield as the home of Senator Daniel Webster and Governor Edward Winslow. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3711","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2004480,"bill_number":"H2617","title":"Further defining a hate crime","description":"For legislation to further define hate crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2617","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2004481,"bill_number":"H1910","title":"Regarding willful injury to public defenders and other court personnel","description":"Relative to the penalties for willful injury to public defenders and other court personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1910","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":2004482,"bill_number":"H2623","title":"Relative to protecting public safety from unlicensed work and trades","description":"Relative to protecting public safety from unlicensed work and trades. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2623","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2004484,"bill_number":"H3464","title":"To update the bottle bill","description":"For legislation to update the bottle bill, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3464","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004485,"bill_number":"H3864","title":"Relative to public employee benefits for military service members on active duty","description":"Relative to public employee benefits for military service members on active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3864","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2004486,"bill_number":"H190","title":"Relative to fines for violations of cannabis advertising regulations","description":"Relative to fines for violations of cannabis advertising regulations. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H154","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H190","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004487,"bill_number":"H1723","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1723","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2004488,"bill_number":"H1320","title":"Relative to reducing the administrative burden for preauthorization","description":"Relative to the preauthorization process for certain health care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5066","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1320","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2004489,"bill_number":"H3330","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"Relative to municipal light plants. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5372 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3330","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2004490,"bill_number":"H829","title":"Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch, term limits","description":"Relative to term limits in the town of Bridgewater. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H829","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2004491,"bill_number":"H2614","title":"Relative to medical parole","description":"Relative to medical parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2614","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2004492,"bill_number":"H3176","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3176","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2004493,"bill_number":"H639","title":"Relative to recognizing cheerleading as a sport","description":"Relative to classifying cheerleading as a school sport and providing for student participation in cheerleading. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H639","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2004494,"bill_number":"H3173","title":"Relative to taxes on overtime wages","description":"Relative to taxes on overtime wages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3173","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2004495,"bill_number":"H1866","title":"Relative to the tax status of alimony","description":"Relative to the tax status of alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1866","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2004496,"bill_number":"H1646","title":"To modify the rules for taking depositions outside the Commonwealth and to adopt the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act","description":"For legislation to modify the rules for taking depositions outside the Commonwealth and to adopt the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5056","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1646","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004498,"bill_number":"H3188","title":"Providing for line-of-duty death benefits for firefighters","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for real estate of survivors of certain police officer and firefighters who died in the line of duty. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3188","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004499,"bill_number":"H1597","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5125","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1597","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004500,"bill_number":"H2231","title":"Establishing peer respites throughout the Commonwealth","description":"By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Davis of Great Barrington, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Leigh Davis that the Department of Mental Health be authorized to establish peer-run respite centers. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5231","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2231","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004501,"bill_number":"H3813","title":"To update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to transit definitions under the MBTA communities act, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3813","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2004502,"bill_number":"H1529","title":"Establishing an affordable housing qualification commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) on affordable housing qualification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1529","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004503,"bill_number":"H219","title":"Establishing a livable home modification grant program","description":"For legislation to authorize a livable home modification grant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H219","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2004504,"bill_number":"H562","title":"To increase substance use prevention and awareness and reduce overdose abandonment","description":"For legislation to further regulate public school substance use prevention policies. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H562","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2004505,"bill_number":"H1568","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"Relative to tenant and owner responsibilities for bed bugs, so called, in dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5027","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1568","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2004506,"bill_number":"H1383","title":"Relative the use and impact of prior authorization for health care services","description":"By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition of John J. Lawn, Jr., that the Health Policy Commission conduct an analysis on the use of prior authorization for health care services and its impact on cost, quality and access. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1383","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004507,"bill_number":"H2734","title":"To repeal pay-to-stay fees","description":"Relative to deductions for costs associated with the care and accommodation of incarcerated individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2734","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2004508,"bill_number":"H1521","title":"Ensuring continued rights for public housing residents","description":"Relative to the rights for public housing residents. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1521","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2004509,"bill_number":"H2290","title":"Providing for municipal flexibility in state housing mandates","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that municipalities are authorized to petition for exemption from compliance with certain state-imposed housing mandates. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2290","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004510,"bill_number":"H414","title":"Relative to outdoor dining","description":"Relative to outdoor dining. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H414","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2004511,"bill_number":"H3561","title":"To establish group purchasing programs for solar, heat pumps, and insulation","description":"For legislation to establish group purchasing programs for solar, heat pumps and insulation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3561","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2004512,"bill_number":"H1170","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5048","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1170","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2004513,"bill_number":"H2967","title":"Relative to employee retirement contributions","description":"Relative to employee retirement contributions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2967","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2004514,"bill_number":"H757","title":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","description":"Relative to mandated reporting of elder abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H757","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004515,"bill_number":"H3825","title":"To recognize service to our Commonwealth and Nation","description":"Relative to the flag of the commonwealth being flown at half-staff. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3825","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2004516,"bill_number":"H1825","title":"Relative to employees of private railroads","description":"Relative to assault and battery upon certain employees of private railroads delivering a public service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1825","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2004517,"bill_number":"H3734","title":"Resolve relative to a VFW Parkway master plan special commission","description":"Relative to the development, maintenance and improvement of the Veterans of Foreign War Highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3734","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2004518,"bill_number":"H660","title":"Concerning equitable state summative assessments of students","description":"Relative to state summative assessments of students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H660","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2004519,"bill_number":"H974","title":"Relative to solar panel recycling","description":"Relative to solar panel recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H974","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004520,"bill_number":"H2525","title":"Establishing a Norwood hospital working group","description":"Relative to establishing a Norwood hospital working group. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2525","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004521,"bill_number":"H229","title":"To assure quality foster care","description":"Relative to making foster parents public employees and providing them with certain collective bargaining rights. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H229","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2004522,"bill_number":"H264","title":"Relative to supported decision making","description":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4852","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H264","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2004523,"bill_number":"H3267","title":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for the needs of young children","description":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for certain apparel products for children. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3267","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004524,"bill_number":"H1391","title":"Relative to personal care management hours","description":"Relative to personal care management hours under MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1391","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004525,"bill_number":"H2816","title":"Regulating education administrator retirement","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain education administrators. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2816","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2004526,"bill_number":"H3820","title":"Relative to eligibility of non-Massachusetts origin veterans for state veteran bonus awards","description":"Relative to eligibility of non-Massachusetts origin veterans for state veteran bonus awards. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3820","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004527,"bill_number":"H345","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4969","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H345","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2004528,"bill_number":"H3248","title":"Granting an income tax exemption for new manufacturing corporations","description":"Relative to an income tax exemption for certain manufacturing corporations during the first five years of operation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3248","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2004530,"bill_number":"H1750","title":"To protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders","description":"For legislation to protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1750","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2004531,"bill_number":"H141","title":"Prohibiting the purchase of farm land by foreign governments","description":"For legislation to prohibit foreign governments from holding any interest in agricultural land. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5249 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H141","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004532,"bill_number":"H2100","title":"Relative to snow removal service liability limitation","description":"Relative to snow removal service liability limitations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2100","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":2004533,"bill_number":"H1039","title":"To assist municipal and district ratepayers","description":"Relative to the imposition of additional costs to cities or towns by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1039","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2004534,"bill_number":"H3800","title":"Regulating drones","description":"Relative to regulating drones. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5049","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3800","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2004535,"bill_number":"H2667","title":"Relative to the POST Commission","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts peace officer standards and training commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2667","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2004536,"bill_number":"H1653","title":"Protecting employee free speech","description":"Relative to protecting employee free speech. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4674","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1653","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004537,"bill_number":"H120","title":"Supporting the Commonwealth’s food system","description":"By Representatives Duffy of Holyoke and Donahue of Worcester, a petition of Patricia A. Duffy, Daniel M. Donahue and others that the Food Policy Council appoint a food system coordinator as an employee. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H120","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2004538,"bill_number":"H2932","title":"Relative to benefits for teachers","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4361","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2932","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2004539,"bill_number":"H2411","title":"Reducing non-ionizing radiation in early to higher education","description":"Relative to reducing non-thermal non-ionizing radiation exposures from technology and electricity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2411","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2004540,"bill_number":"H1790","title":"Protecting children from domestic violence","description":"Relative to the penalty for assault or an assault and battery upon another and in the presence of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1790","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004541,"bill_number":"H1199","title":"Protecting consumers' privacy in mortgage applications","description":"Relative to mortgage applications privacy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H1110","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1199","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2004542,"bill_number":"H1275","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to the collection of consumer debt. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4316","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1275","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2004543,"bill_number":"H2899","title":"Relative to supporting social workers","description":"Relative to benefits for social workers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2899","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2004544,"bill_number":"H2487","title":"Relative to dental service quotes","description":"Relative to dental service quotes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2487","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2004545,"bill_number":"H1221","title":"Relative to investments by entities of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to investments by entities of the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5213","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1221","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2004546,"bill_number":"H852","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H852","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2004547,"bill_number":"H1950","title":"Relative to voluntary personal representatives","description":"Relative to voluntary personal representatives. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1950","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004548,"bill_number":"H930","title":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","description":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H930","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":2004549,"bill_number":"H1292","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5044","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1292","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2004550,"bill_number":"H506","title":"Relative to youth and athletics","description":"Relative to youth and athletics and establishing the PLAY trust fund to be administered by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2025-04-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H506","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2004551,"bill_number":"H788","title":"To ensure senior care organization quality and accountability","description":"For legislation to ensure senior care organization quality and accountability. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H788","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":2004552,"bill_number":"H3111","title":"Establishing the micro business fund","description":"Relative to establishing the micro business fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3111","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2004553,"bill_number":"H2687","title":"Relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance","description":"Relative to personal data access by criminal justice agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2004554,"bill_number":"H1287","title":"Relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts","description":"By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition of Edward R. Philips 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5225","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1287","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2004555,"bill_number":"H3306","title":"Establishing the fourth Thursday in march as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day","description":"For legislation to establish the fourth Thursday in march as Tuskegee Airmen commemoration day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3306","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2004556,"bill_number":"H1126","title":"To streamline patient disclosure requirements","description":"Relative to health care providers providing patients' health insurance carrier with estimates of the expected billing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1126","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004557,"bill_number":"H3428","title":"Enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofits’ core mission work through full cost funding","description":"For legislation to provide that certain grants or contracts allow for reimbursement of indirect costs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3428","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2004558,"bill_number":"H2159","title":"Relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects","description":"Relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5362","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2159","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2004559,"bill_number":"H277","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relative to the administration of the personal care attendant program by the Division of Medical Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H277","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2004561,"bill_number":"H1231","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1231","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2004562,"bill_number":"H790","title":"To support quality improvement in nursing homes","description":"Relative to providing technical assistance to long-term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H790","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2004563,"bill_number":"H181","title":"Relative to a medical marijuana pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for veterans to use medical marijuana to treat medical conditions that are currently being treated with opioid-based medicine and combat opioid use disorder. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H176","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H181","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2004564,"bill_number":"H3298","title":"Relative to Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day","description":"By Representative Cabral of New Bedford and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral, Michael J. Rodrigues and Christopher M. Markey for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart July 2 as Machado-Joseph disease awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3298","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004565,"bill_number":"H3251","title":"To exclude tipped wages from taxable income","description":"For legislation relative to exclude tipped wages from taxable income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3251","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2004566,"bill_number":"H3781","title":"Clarifying the vehicle transfer and registration laws","description":"Relative to motor vehicle transfer and registration laws. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3781","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2004567,"bill_number":"H3606","title":"Relative to licensed funeral home vehicles","description":"Relative to licensed funeral home vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3606","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2004568,"bill_number":"H3112","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3112","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004569,"bill_number":"H2191","title":"To establish an enhanced care worker minimum wage","description":"Relative to an enhanced care worker minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2191","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2004570,"bill_number":"H1817","title":"Standardizing consideration of pets in divorce and separation","description":"Relative to standardizing consideration of pets in divorce and separation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1817","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2004571,"bill_number":"H1215","title":"To assess the current status of the merged market","description":"Relative to the merged market for insured health coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5039","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1215","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2004572,"bill_number":"H2763","title":"Relative to pension divestment from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar","description":"Relative to public pension fund divestment from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2763","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2004573,"bill_number":"H2583","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2583","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004574,"bill_number":"H127","title":"Prohibiting the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4422","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H127","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2004575,"bill_number":"H2136","title":"To preserve employer autonomy","description":"Relative to employers under paid family medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2136","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004576,"bill_number":"H611","title":"Relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools","description":"By Representative 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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H590","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H611","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004577,"bill_number":"H365","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4980","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H365","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2004578,"bill_number":"H3439","title":"The Commonwealth housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction","description":"Relative to housing, economic, education and equity in recovery and reconstruction in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3439","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2004579,"bill_number":"H1527","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions for sex offenders","description":"Relative to public housing restrictions for sex offenders. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1527","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2004580,"bill_number":"H215","title":"Supporting the development of children experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to provide services to certain children experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5090","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H215","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2004581,"bill_number":"H2056","title":"Relative to fentanyl arrests (Tatiana's Law)","description":"Relative to fentanyl arrests. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2056","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2004582,"bill_number":"H1689","title":"Clarifying the child advocate’s authority to access juvenile records","description":"Relative to clarifying the child advocate’s authority to access juvenile records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1689","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2004583,"bill_number":"H3384","title":"Relative to language access and inclusion","description":"Relative to state agency language access and inclusion. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3384","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2004584,"bill_number":"H3694","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4725","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3694","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2004585,"bill_number":"H1643","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":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4634","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1643","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004586,"bill_number":"H1734","title":"Relative to preventing educator sexual misconduct and abuse of children and youth","description":"Relative to preventing educator sexual misconduct and abuse of children and youth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1734","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2004587,"bill_number":"H1229","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"For legislation to further define medical necessity determinations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4894","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1229","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2004588,"bill_number":"H928","title":"For environmental, and water testing requirements, and funding thereof","description":"Relative to environmental and water testing requirements. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5149","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H928","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2004589,"bill_number":"H2288","title":"Relative to MBTA communities","description":"Relative to MBTA communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2288","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2005462,"bill_number":"H2729","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2729","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2005646,"bill_number":"H3894","title":"Authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Cohasset","description":"That the town of Cohasset be authorized to issue five 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":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4561","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3894","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2005693,"bill_number":"H3900","title":"Authorizing the raising the maximum retirement age of special police officers in the town of Kingston to 70 years old","description":"That the town of Kingston be authorized to raise the maximum retirement age of special police officers in said town to 70 years old. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5419","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3900","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2005739,"bill_number":"H3905","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. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3905","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2005787,"bill_number":"H3903","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing and related capital improvements","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing and related capital improvements. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3903","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2005836,"bill_number":"H3893","title":"Authorizing the town of Lexington to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to grant ten 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":"2025-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3893","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2005881,"bill_number":"H3901","title":"Exempting the position of assistant fire chief in the town of Natick from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to exempt the position of assistant fire chief from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3901","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2005928,"bill_number":"H3904","title":"Relative to senior tax exemption","description":"Relative to a senior homeowner property tax exemption in the city of Boston. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue","last_action_date":"2025-03-13","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3904","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2005970,"bill_number":"H3902","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoughton to exempt all Stoughton police officers at all ranks from civil service","description":"That the town of Stoughton be authorized to exempt police officers from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3902","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2005981,"bill_number":"H3896","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Berlin","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Berlin. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3896","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2006102,"bill_number":"H3897","title":"Authorizing the city of Quincy to enter into a lease extension to Quarry Hills Associates, Limited Partnership","description":"That the city of Quincy be authorized to enter into a lease extension to Quarry Hills Associates, Limited Partnership. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3897","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2006225,"bill_number":"H3898","title":"To amend the town of Natick home rule charter","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Natick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3898","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2006348,"bill_number":"H3895","title":"Expanding career and technical education opportunities for Lynn students","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to establish a pilot program at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute for certain eighth grade students. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3895","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2006475,"bill_number":"H3899","title":"Authorizing reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk","description":"Relative to reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3899","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2007646,"bill_number":"H3907","title":"Amending chapter 445 of the acts of 1960 and establishing a board of election commissioners in the city of Salem","description":"For legislation to establish a board of election commissioners in the city of Salem. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3907","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2007702,"bill_number":"H3914","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Casey L'Italien, a police officer in the city known as the town of Randolph","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Casey L'Italien, a police officer in the city known as the town of Randolph. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-04-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3914","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2007759,"bill_number":"H3908","title":"To establish a recall procedure for elective town offices in the town of Monterey","description":"For legislation to establish a recall procedure for elective town offices in the town of Monterey. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3908","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2007818,"bill_number":"H3912","title":"Increasing the membership of the board of health of the town of Marblehead from three members to five","description":"That the town of Marblehead be authorized to increase the membership of the board of health in said town from three members to five. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3912","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2007874,"bill_number":"H3916","title":"To authorize the city of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer","description":"That the city of Westfield be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3916","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2007934,"bill_number":"H3911","title":"Revising the charter of the town of Millis, as amended","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Millis. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 160 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3911","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2007990,"bill_number":"H3913","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Seekonk","description":"That the town of Seekonk be authorized to amend its charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-17","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4459","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3913","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2008046,"bill_number":"H3910","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to enact right to purchase legislation","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a program to provide certain tenants and entities the right to purchase the residential property in which the tenants reside when that residential property is being offered for sale. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-17","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3910","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2008104,"bill_number":"H3909","title":"Authorizing the Provincetown year-round market rate rental housing trust to acquire year-round housing occupancy restrictions","description":"Relative to year-round housing occupancy restriction in the town of Provincetown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3909","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2008162,"bill_number":"H3915","title":"Providing for violent act injury retirement benefits for retirement police officer Leo MacAskill","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Leo MacAskill, a retired police officer of the police department of the city of Revere. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3915","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2008220,"bill_number":"H3917","title":"Updating the tax treatment of recreational lands in the town of Swampscott","description":"Relative to the assessment of certain lands in the town of Swampscott. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3917","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2008274,"bill_number":"H3906","title":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Somerset be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4286","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3906","sponsor":"Justin Thurber"},
{"bill_id":2008667,"bill_number":"H62","title":"Relative to extending certain COVID-19 measures adopted during the state of emergency","description":"Relative to extending certain COVID-19 measures adopted during the state of emergency","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-03-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H62/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H62","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2009937,"bill_number":"H3921","title":"Further defining the purposes of the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville","description":"For legislation to further regulate the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3921","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2009957,"bill_number":"H3919","title":"Authorizing local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in Leverett","description":"That the town of Leverett be authorized to provide for local voting rights for certain lawful permanent residents residing in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3919","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2009981,"bill_number":"H3925","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for Pierre Charles Darius of Mattapan","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Pierre Charles Darius as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3925","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2010008,"bill_number":"H3927","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jean E. Roseney","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Jean E. Roseney a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3927","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2010034,"bill_number":"H3930","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to impose a real estate transfer fee","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee on certain real estate transactions in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Monday, January 4, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3930","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2010058,"bill_number":"H3929","title":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer for the city of Worcester","description":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer for the city of Worcester. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3929","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2010087,"bill_number":"H3928","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Adam Watt","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Adam Watt a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3928","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2010116,"bill_number":"H3922","title":"Requiring that broker fees in the city of Somerville be paid by the party who solicits a licensed broker","description":"Relative to broker fees in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5337 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3922","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2010146,"bill_number":"H3926","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Keny Gateau","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Keny Gateau a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3926","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2010173,"bill_number":"H3931","title":"Establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in the Town of Falmouth for the purpose of funding affordable housing","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in said town for the purpose of funding affordable housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3931","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2010198,"bill_number":"H3920","title":"To provide sustainable water resources in the town of Tyngsborough","description":"For legislation to provide sustainable water resources in the town of Tyngsborough. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3920","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2010227,"bill_number":"H3932","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain subsidized affordable housing project, including space for a branch library to be procured by the Boston Public Library, in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4532","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3932","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2010252,"bill_number":"H3918","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":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3918","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2010282,"bill_number":"H3923","title":"Granting the city of Somerville the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to impose municipal reviews on institutional master plans of certain institutional facilities. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5120","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3923","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2010308,"bill_number":"H3924","title":"Expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits as to the city of Cambridge","description":"Relative to expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits in the city of Cambridge. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3924","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2011465,"bill_number":"S2506","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"See H62","last_action_date":"2025-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2506","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":2011650,"bill_number":"H3933","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5625","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3933","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2011826,"bill_number":"H3934","title":"Establishing the town of Plymouth Land Bank","description":"For legislation to establish a Plymouth land bank in the town of Plymouth. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3934","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2013775,"bill_number":"S2507","title":"Establishing the Gloucester Fisheries Commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Gloucester Fisheries Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"New draft (Tarr) substituted, see S2566","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2507","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2015620,"bill_number":"H3936","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Richard Curley, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Richard Curley, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5393","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3936","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2015714,"bill_number":"H3935","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3935","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2015857,"bill_number":"H3937","title":"Creating a climate bank in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a climate bank to facilitate innovative financing solutions for climate and clean energy innovations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3937","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2015989,"bill_number":"H3938","title":"Pertaining to regional resilience and flood protection entities","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Flood Management and Mitigation Authority to coordinate flood management and mitigation efforts. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3938","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2017029,"bill_number":"H3967","title":"Relative to amending the Community Preservation Act to include an extra percentage surcharge for accessibility","description":"For legislation to further regulate surcharges on real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5163","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3967","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2017030,"bill_number":"H3974","title":"Relative to cellular coverage","description":"Relative to cellular coverage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3974","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2017031,"bill_number":"H3973","title":"Relative to collective procurement of energy supply","description":"Relative to collective procurement of energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3973","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2017032,"bill_number":"H3971","title":"Directing a study on the feasibility of placing registries of deeds for county governments that have not been abolished under the oversight of the secretary of the Commonwealth","description":"By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition of Dennis C. Gallagher for an investigation by a special legislative commission (including members of the General Court) to study the feasibility and efficacy of placing the registries of deeds for county governments under the oversight of the State Secretary. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5184","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3971","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2017033,"bill_number":"H3951","title":"Addressing the contradictory terms of 225 CMR 24.03","description":"Relative to municipal fossil fuel free building construction and renovation demonstration projects. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3951","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2017034,"bill_number":"H3961","title":"Relative to education and prevention of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and other related epilepsy mortalities","description":"Relative to education and prevention of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and other related epilepsy mortalities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3961","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2017035,"bill_number":"H3946","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for hearing aids","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4959","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3946","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2017036,"bill_number":"H3975","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to address double utility poles in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to investigate double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied H3487","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3975/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3975","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2017037,"bill_number":"H3955","title":"Relative to birth certificate changes","description":"Relative to birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3955","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2017038,"bill_number":"H3969","title":"Relative to urban farmland","description":"Relative to urban farmland taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3969","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2017039,"bill_number":"H3945","title":"To promote urban agriculture in environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to urban agriculture in environmental justice communities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5268","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3945","sponsor":"Judith Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2017040,"bill_number":"H3949","title":"Relative to teacher strikes","description":"Relative to teacher strikes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3949","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2017041,"bill_number":"H3957","title":"Establishing a fund for the Western Massachusetts Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a fund for the Western Massachusetts Hospital. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3957","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2017042,"bill_number":"H3959","title":"Promoting food safety by prohibiting harmful additives in food products","description":"Relative to additives in food products. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3959","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2017043,"bill_number":"H3952","title":"Authorizing Dartmouth Fire District No. 1 to appoint the position of Treasurer","description":"By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition of Christopher M. Markey that Dartmouth Fire District No. 1 be authorized to appoint the position of treasurer. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3952","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2017044,"bill_number":"H3942","title":"Relative to increasing the safety and security in schools","description":"Relative to safety and security in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3942","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2017045,"bill_number":"H3943","title":"Relative to improving elections","description":"Relative to voter registration and early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3943","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2017046,"bill_number":"H3980","title":"Establishing LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3980","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2017047,"bill_number":"H3954","title":"Relative to xylitol labeling","description":"Relative to xylitol labeling. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5235","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3954","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2017048,"bill_number":"H3976","title":"Relative to competitive bidding for school transportation","description":"Relative to competitive bidding for school transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3976","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2017049,"bill_number":"H3970","title":"Updating the tax treatment of recreational lands in the town of Belmont","description":"That the town of Belmont be authorized to update the tax treatment of recreational lands in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Monday, January 4, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3970","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2017050,"bill_number":"H3940","title":"Relative to restricting telemarketer phone numbers","description":"Relative to unsolicited telephonic sales call to consumers using local phone numbers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4812","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3940","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2017051,"bill_number":"H3953","title":"In the town of Hanson local licenses and permits; denial, revocation or suspension for failure to comply with conditions of approval","description":"For legislation to enhance enforcement in building and permitting compliance in the town Hanson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3953","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2017052,"bill_number":"H3972","title":"Providing for utility shutoff protections during periods of extreme heat","description":"Relative to utility shutoff protections during periods of extreme heat. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3972/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3972","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2017053,"bill_number":"H3948","title":"To establish comprehensive rights and career advancement for contingent faculty in public higher education","description":"For legislation to establish rights and career advancement for contingent faculty in public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4881","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3948","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2017054,"bill_number":"H3968","title":"Relative to a tax exemption for seniors and a person with a disability","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for seniors and persons with disabilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3968","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2017055,"bill_number":"H3947","title":"Relative to the examination of insurance company mergers","description":"Relative to the examination of insurance company mergers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3947","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2017056,"bill_number":"H3958","title":"Relative to expanding pathogen testing capabilities for aquaculture","description":"Relative to expanding pathogen testing capabilities for aquaculture. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3958","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2017057,"bill_number":"H3939","title":"Relative to music therapy licensure","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration for music therapists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4711","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3939","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2017058,"bill_number":"H3950","title":"Relative to supporting parents in recovery from substance use disorder and enhancing child welfare","description":"Relative to parents in recovery from substance use disorder and child welfare. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3950","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2019486,"bill_number":"H3956","title":"Exempting Fairview Hospital from determination of need requirements","description":"For legislation to exempt Fairview Hospital from determination of need requirements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3956","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2019487,"bill_number":"H3965","title":"Relative to tax abatement equity","description":"Relative to tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3965/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3965","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2019488,"bill_number":"H3944","title":"Relative to a three-year coastal resiliency emergency management plan","description":"Relative to a three-year coastal resiliency emergency management plan. Emergency Preparedness and Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Emergency Preparedness and Management","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3944","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2019489,"bill_number":"H3963","title":"Relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield","description":"Relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3963","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2019490,"bill_number":"H3964","title":"Authorizing Edward E. Kivari Jr. to purchase creditable service from the Hampden county regional retirement board","description":"By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and Jacob R. Oliveira that Edward E. Kivari, Jr. be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Hampden county retirement board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3964","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2019492,"bill_number":"H3966","title":"To reform property tax assessments and abatement processes","description":"For legislation to further regulate the property tax assessments and abatement processes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3966","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2019493,"bill_number":"H3978","title":"Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff Brian McPherson disability pension","description":"By Representative Sullivan-Almeida of Abington and Senator Brady, a joint petition of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Boston Retirement Board be authorized to retire Brian C. McPherson, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3978","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2019494,"bill_number":"H3962","title":"Relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act","description":"Relative to inspections of buildings or structures occupied in whole or in part as a short-term rental. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3962","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2019495,"bill_number":"H3979","title":"Authorizing the City of Melrose to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the city of Melrose be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3979","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2019496,"bill_number":"H3977","title":"Providing for alternate members of the conservation commission of the town of Becket","description":"That the town of Becket be authorized to provide for alternate members of the conservation commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3977","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2019497,"bill_number":"H3941","title":"Relative to the department of elementary and secondary education visiting school districts","description":"Relative to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education visiting school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3941","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2019498,"bill_number":"H3960","title":"Relative to physician relocation","description":"Relative to physicians providing testimony in an administrative or judicial hearing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3960","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2019623,"bill_number":"H4003","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Message from Her Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4530","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4003/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2019640,"bill_number":"H4004","title":"Validating the results of the special election held in the town of Hardwick on January 18, 2025","description":"Relative to validating the results of the special election held in the town of Hardwick on January 18, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2019673,"bill_number":"H3990","title":"Relative to stabilizing tenants and small property owners","description":"Relative to tenants and small property owners. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3990","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2019691,"bill_number":"H3996","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Solar Access Law","description":"Relative to zoning restrictions for solar systems. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3996","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2019713,"bill_number":"H3993","title":"Relative to promoting fair hiring practices by limiting the use of credit reports in employment decisions","description":"Relative to hiring practices. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3993","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019724,"bill_number":"H3983","title":"Relative to establishing a workforce training trust fund for emerging technologies","description":"For legislation to establish a workforce training trust fund for emerging technologies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3983","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019748,"bill_number":"H4002","title":"Relative to expanding benefits for disabled veterans and their families","description":"Relative to benefits for disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4002","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019765,"bill_number":"H3981","title":"Relative to establishing a pilot program to support high impact fisheries","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program to support high impact fisheries. Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5250 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3981","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019781,"bill_number":"H3997","title":"Establishing the suburban infrastructure fund to help municipalities pay for improvements and upgrades to town-owned roads, bridges and sidewalks","description":"For legislation to establish the suburban infrastructure fund to help municipalities pay for improvements and upgrades to town-owned roads, bridges and sidewalks. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3997","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2019798,"bill_number":"H3986","title":"Relative to addressing delayed patient discharges","description":"Relative to patient discharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3986","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019818,"bill_number":"H3985","title":"Relative to promoting the future success of mattress recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mattress recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3985","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2019833,"bill_number":"H3991","title":"Relative to ensuring the equitable protection of homestead","description":"For legislation to further regulate homesteads. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3991","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019864,"bill_number":"H3988","title":"Relative to establishing the Barnstable home center for housing resources","description":"For legislation to establish the Barnstable home center for housing resources. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3988","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019880,"bill_number":"H3984","title":"Relative to promoting the beneficial use of dredged materials for coastal resilience, nourishment and restoration","description":"Relative to watershed restoration. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3984","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019899,"bill_number":"H3982","title":"Relative to recycling cannabis infused beverages","description":"Relative to recycling cannabis infused beverages. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3982","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2019916,"bill_number":"H3992","title":"Relative to trials for personal injuries involving a motor vehicle accident","description":"Relative to trials for personal injuries involving a motor vehicle accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3992","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2019936,"bill_number":"H3995","title":"To protect workers from extreme temperatures","description":"Relative to heat or cold stress. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3995","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2019953,"bill_number":"H3999","title":"Relative to establishing accountability for stormwater runoff mitigation and watershed restoration","description":"By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition of Kip A. Diggs that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to establish a program to mitigate roadway stormwater runoff and contribute to watershed restoration efforts. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3999","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019969,"bill_number":"H3987","title":"Relative to ensuring access to dental care for MassHealth recipients","description":"Relative to dental care for MassHealth recipients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3987","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2019986,"bill_number":"H3989","title":"Relative to designating seasonal communities","description":"Relative to seasonal community housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3989","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2020003,"bill_number":"H3998","title":"Relative to promoting native plantings for stormwater management, pollinator support and climate resilience","description":"By Representatives Diggs of Barnstable and Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition of Kip A. Diggs and James C. Arena-DeRosa that the Division of Highways be authorized to establish a program to promote the cultivation and maintenance of native flowering plants, grasses and shrubs on land bordering along state highways and other public lands. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3998","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2020013,"bill_number":"H3994","title":"Relative to insurance settlements","description":"Relative to worker related insurance settlements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5180","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3994","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2021035,"bill_number":"H4005","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-04-09","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4010","last_action_date":"2025-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4005","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2021138,"bill_number":"H4006","title":"Authorizing the town of Dartmouth to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Dartmouth 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4006/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4006","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2021232,"bill_number":"H4007","title":"Relative to the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem","description":"Relative to the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4007","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2021276,"bill_number":"H4008","title":"Relative to increasing the local option tax in the city of Salem on the sale of marijuana and marijuana products","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to increase the local option tax on the sale of marijuana and marijuana products in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5236","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4008","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2022532,"bill_number":"H4009","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4009","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2022638,"bill_number":"S2508","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Andrew Setera, an employee of the trial court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Andrew Setera, an employee of the trial court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-06-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2508","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":2022716,"bill_number":"H4010","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 4005, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. April 9, 2025.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-09","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4227","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2022940,"bill_number":"H4020","title":"Relative to owner occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to owner occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4020","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2022943,"bill_number":"H4015","title":"Promoting housing stability for older adults across the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to expanding a short-term housing bridge pilot program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4015","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2022946,"bill_number":"H4012","title":"Relative to ensuring access to neurological disorder screenings for firefighters","description":"Relative to access to neurological disorder screenings for firefighters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4960","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4012","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2022948,"bill_number":"H4026","title":"Strengthening police reform","description":"Relative to the powers of certain employees of the parole board and correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4026","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2022951,"bill_number":"H4014","title":"Authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for pharmacists providing opioid use disorder treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5210","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4014","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2022956,"bill_number":"H4024","title":"Relative to a study to determine standards of mold levels in multi-unit dwellings","description":"By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Department of Public Health be authorized to study mold and mold spores in multi-unit dwellings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4024","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2022964,"bill_number":"H4023","title":"Relative to mold inspection standards","description":"Relative to mold inspection standards. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4023","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2022968,"bill_number":"H4027","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions for a person with a disability","description":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions for persons with disabilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5164","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4027","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2022971,"bill_number":"H4030","title":"Relative to the organization and governance structure of the town of Rochester","description":"Relative to the organization and governance structure of the town of Rochester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2026-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4030","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2022973,"bill_number":"H4011","title":"Eliminating predatory transportation pricing of school districts","description":"For legislation to establish a school transportation commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4011","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2022978,"bill_number":"H4017","title":"To eliminate parental alienation","description":"Relative to parents involved in custody disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4017","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2022979,"bill_number":"H4016","title":"Regarding human nature","description":"Relative to neuroscience in criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4016","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2022984,"bill_number":"H4025","title":"Relative to the organization of EOHHS","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the effectiveness of the executive office of health and human services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4025","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2022991,"bill_number":"H4021","title":"Relative to municipal housing requirements","description":"Relative to municipal housing zoning requirements. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4021","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2022993,"bill_number":"H4019","title":"To ensure fair compensation for warranty service labor","description":"Relative to compensation for warranty service labor. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4019","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2022999,"bill_number":"H4029","title":"Relative to banning the use of tinted license plate covers","description":"Relative to the use of tinted license plate covers. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4029","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2023001,"bill_number":"H4013","title":"To improve healthcare and reduce consumer costs","description":"Relative to for-profit health care and insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5207","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4013","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2023003,"bill_number":"H4028","title":"To return DOC and Parole to Health and Human Services","description":"Relative to transferring the Department of Correction and the Parole Board from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4028","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2023006,"bill_number":"H4018","title":"Protecting assault survivors","description":"Relative to assault survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4018","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2023570,"bill_number":"H4022","title":"Resolve providing for the study and investigation relative to the efficacy of alternative treatments for veterinary medicine","description":"Relative to the rabies vaccine laws and exempting certain pets with illness from said vaccine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4022","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2023755,"bill_number":"H4031","title":"Increasing the age limit for retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Weston","description":"Relative to increasing the age limit for retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Weston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4031","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2023863,"bill_number":"S2509","title":"Relating to vacancies in the office of mayor in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation relating to vacancies in the office of mayor in the city of New Bedford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2509","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":2024637,"bill_number":"H4000","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 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 2026 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":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Consolidated amendment A (Education and Local Aid, Social Services and Veteran Services and Soldiers' Homes) adopted - 157 YEAS to 0 NAYS (See YEA and NAY No. 32 )","last_action_date":"2025-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4000","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2024695,"bill_number":"H4032","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dana Johnson","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dana Johnson, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4032","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2024757,"bill_number":"S2510","title":"Relative to the election of the mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton","description":"Relative to the election of the mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2957","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2510","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2024861,"bill_number":"H4033","title":"Providing for legal voting rights in municipal elections for non-citizen residents of the city of Somerville","description":"Relative to providing for legal voting rights in municipal elections for non-citizen residents of the city of Somerville. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4033","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2024901,"bill_number":"H4034","title":"Authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline","description":"For legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4034","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2024939,"bill_number":"H4036","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations","description":"That the town of Brookline be authorized to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4036","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2024978,"bill_number":"H4035","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to establish a net zero emissions standard for new constructed buildings and major renovation projects","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a net zero emissions standard for zoning of new constructed buildings and major renovation projects. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4035","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2025697,"bill_number":"H4053","title":"To legalize Kei vehicles in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of Kei vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4053","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2025704,"bill_number":"H4049","title":"Relative to saving lives through awareness and enactment","description":"For legislation to establish a prisoner donation program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4049","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2025715,"bill_number":"H4041","title":"Promoting environmental justice in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish an office of green zone administration within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4041","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2025722,"bill_number":"H4051","title":"Relative to establishing a municipal tax assessment increase limit","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal tax assessment increase limit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5195","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4051","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2025734,"bill_number":"H4045","title":"Relative to establishing a special commission to study child support","description":"Relative to improvements to the child support system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4045","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2025748,"bill_number":"H4054","title":"Establishing a microtransit fund","description":"For legislation to establish a microtransit fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5132","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4054","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2025757,"bill_number":"H4042","title":"Relating to homeowner insurance policy","description":"Relative to cancellations of homeowner insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5211","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4042","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2025764,"bill_number":"H4039","title":"Relative to universal breakfast and lunch at senior centers","description":"By Representative Badger of Plymouth, a petition of Michelle L. Badger that the Department of Aging and Independence provide universal breakfast and lunch at senior centers, centers for active living and councils on aging. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4039","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2025770,"bill_number":"H4047","title":"Relating to special permits","description":"Relative to special permits. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4047","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2025788,"bill_number":"H4048","title":"To reduce infection rate post surgery","description":"Relative to post surgery infection rates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4048","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2025796,"bill_number":"H4044","title":"Relative to tuition and student loan reimbursement in gateway cities","description":"Relative to tuition and student loan reimbursement in gateway cities for certain physicians, dentists or nurses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4044","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2025809,"bill_number":"H4037","title":"Relative to problem gambling","description":"Relative to problem gambling. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5258","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4037","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2025816,"bill_number":"H4050","title":"To amend the General Laws, in relation to promoting the health and well-being of the residents of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by establishing a comprehensive framework supporting public health and safety through regulated adult use, support services, and cultivation of psilocybin-containing fungi; and providing for taxation and appropriation thereof","description":"Relative to adult use, support services, cultivation and taxation of psilocybin-containing fungi. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4050","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2025828,"bill_number":"H4038","title":"Relative to school transportation reimbursement","description":"Relative to school transportation reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4038","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2025838,"bill_number":"H4052","title":"Sparking the construction of 21st century buildings","description":"Relative to a specialized stretch energy code. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4052","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2025848,"bill_number":"H4046","title":"Relative to establishing a special commission to study alimony","description":"Relative to the alimony system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4046","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2025855,"bill_number":"H4040","title":"Preventing the discharge of radioactive materials","description":"Relative to the discharge of spent fuel pool water. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5148","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4040","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2025861,"bill_number":"H4043","title":"Relative to copay assistance for medications","description":"Relative to copay assistance for medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4789","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4043","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2026336,"bill_number":"H4056","title":"Relative to the Lanesborough Select Board","description":"For legislation to increase the membership of the select board of the town of Lanesborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4056","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2026367,"bill_number":"H4055","title":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Lanesborough","description":"Relative to establishing recall elections in the town of Lanesborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4055","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2026404,"bill_number":"H4057","title":"To authorize the mayor of the city of Haverhill to submit special legislation to increase the membership of the board of health from three members to five members","description":"That the city of Haverhill be authorized to increase the membership of the board of health in said city from three members to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4057","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2027685,"bill_number":"S2512","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"See H4010","last_action_date":"2025-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2512","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2027784,"bill_number":"S2511","title":"Relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2511","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":2027894,"bill_number":"H4066","title":"Expanding homestead protections","description":"Relative to expanding homestead protections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4066","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2027901,"bill_number":"H4070","title":"Relative to food delivery transparency","description":"Relative to food delivery transparency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4070","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2027912,"bill_number":"H4061","title":"Relative to protecting against workers compensation premium fraud","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of insurance to maintain a publicly accessible database for certificates of insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4061","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2027919,"bill_number":"H4062","title":"Relative to essential services","description":"Relative to the closing of hospitals or the discontinuance of essential health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4062","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2027930,"bill_number":"H4071","title":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","description":"By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition of Carole A. Fiola that the secretary of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River to the Fall River Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4973","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4071","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2027938,"bill_number":"H4068","title":"Relative to protecting health insurance coverage","description":"For legislation to address health insurance coverage by implementing a fair share employer contribution. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5181","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4068","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2027943,"bill_number":"H4059","title":"Relative to fresh fruits and vegetables in schools","description":"Relative to fresh fruits and vegetables in schools. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4059","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2027953,"bill_number":"H4065","title":"Relative to supporting survivors of domestic violence and enhancing child welfare","description":"Relative to survivors of domestic violence and enhancing child welfare. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4065","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2027960,"bill_number":"H4063","title":"To protect residents experiencing significant elevations in rent for viable and effective affordable housing","description":"Relative to increases of the annual rent of affordable housing units and for rental unit and project oversight. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4063","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2027967,"bill_number":"H4060","title":"Establishing a commission regarding school disciplinary policies and bullying","description":"Relativerelative to student discipline and bullying. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4060","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2027976,"bill_number":"H4058","title":"Relative to HVAC safety accountability and public transparency","description":"Relative to licensure of and negligence by HVAC companies and technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4058","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2027985,"bill_number":"H4072","title":"To promote driving records for non profits free of charge","description":"For legislation to exempt non-profits from certain motor vehicle registration fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4072","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2027994,"bill_number":"H4069","title":"Relative to the department of unemployment assistance","description":"Relative to the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4069","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2027999,"bill_number":"H4067","title":"Relative to expanding and modernizing apprenticeships","description":"Relative to expanding and modernizing apprenticeships. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4067","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2028005,"bill_number":"H4064","title":"To safeguard judicial integrity through enhanced witness protection","description":"Relative to witness protection and intimidation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4064","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2028371,"bill_number":"H4087","title":"Relative to traffic safety at intersections","description":"Relative to traffic safety at intersections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4087","sponsor":"Orlando Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2028374,"bill_number":"H4085","title":"Authorizing the Registry of Motor Vehicles to issue distinctive license plates for the establishment of a fund to support the arts","description":"By Representative Flanagan of Dennis, a petition of Christopher Richard Flanagan that the Registry of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue distinctive license plates for the establishment of a fund to support the arts. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5133","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4085","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2028376,"bill_number":"H4079","title":"Relative to public retirees and reforming post-retirement employment and earnings limits","description":"Relative to public retirees and reforming post-retirement employment and earnings limits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4079","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2028380,"bill_number":"H4075","title":"Relative to enhancing emergency infant care response","description":"Relative to enhancing emergency infant care response. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4075","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2028385,"bill_number":"H4084","title":"Relative to a surcharge on the 988 system","description":"Relative to a surcharge on the 988 system. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4084","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2028390,"bill_number":"H4077","title":"Mandating retrofitting accessibility for all medical facilities","description":"Relative to retrofitting accessibility for all medical facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4077","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2028393,"bill_number":"H4073","title":"Relative to fair medical debt reporting and collection","description":"Relative to medical debt reporting and collection. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4809","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4073","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2028395,"bill_number":"H4088","title":"Relative to a commission to redetermine the definition of disabled veteran in the laws and regulations for the registry of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to modernizing the language defining disabled veterans pursuant to registry of motor vehicle laws. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4088","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2028401,"bill_number":"H4081","title":"Relative to problem properties, enhancing fire safety and addressing resident displacement","description":"Relative to taxation and fire safety of problem properties, so-called. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4081","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2028404,"bill_number":"H4082","title":"Relative to a refundable Title 5 septic tax credit","description":"Relative to a refundable Title 5 septic tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4082","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2028408,"bill_number":"H4074","title":"Relative to the development of single family and multi-family housing for veterans","description":"Relative to zoning for single family and multi-family housing for veterans. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5065","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4074","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2028417,"bill_number":"H4080","title":"To adjust the airplane fuel taxes to support mode shift","description":"For legislation to increase airplane fuel taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4080","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2028422,"bill_number":"H4086","title":"Relative to a three year study for stormwater engineering to protect habitats along state highways","description":"Relative to a study of stormwater engineering to protect habitats along state highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4086","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2028424,"bill_number":"H4083","title":"Relative to the replacement of the Bourne Bridge","description":"Relative to the replacement of the Bourne Bridge by a transfer of income surtax revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4083","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2028426,"bill_number":"H4076","title":"Establishing a special commission on emergency medical services","description":"Relative to emergency medical services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4076","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2028429,"bill_number":"H4078","title":"Relative to establishing protocols for the early detection and treatment of patients with sepsis","description":"Relative to early detection and treatment of patients with sepsis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4078","sponsor":"Christopher Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":2028463,"bill_number":"H4093","title":"Relative to raising the age requirement for entrance to the Boston Police Academy","description":"For legislation to further regulate the appointment of police officers in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4093","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2028492,"bill_number":"H4094","title":"Relative to the establishment of a Milton means-tested property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the establishment of a means-tested senior property tax exemption in the town of Milton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4094","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2028516,"bill_number":"H4090","title":"Relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4090","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2028537,"bill_number":"H4092","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Chris Glaropoulos","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Chris Glaropoulos as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4092","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2028563,"bill_number":"H4091","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to prohibit the use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4091","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2028588,"bill_number":"H4089","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Milton be authorized to grant five 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":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4813","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4089","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2028594,"bill_number":"H4001","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 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 2026 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-04-30","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4240","last_action_date":"2025-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2029035,"bill_number":"S3","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Amendment #175 (Barrett) rejected","last_action_date":"2025-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2029632,"bill_number":"H4095","title":"Granting the town of Conway the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Conway residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"That the town of Conway be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for residents of said town aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4095","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2029645,"bill_number":"H4096","title":"Amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow residents sixteen years of age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to authorize residents sixteen years or age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4096","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2029662,"bill_number":"H4097","title":"Amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to authorize resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4097","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2029672,"bill_number":"H4099","title":"To prohibit landlords and brokers from requiring broker's commissions to be paid by a tenant or prospective tenant","description":"That the city of Northampton be authorized to prohibit landlords and brokers from requiring broker's commissions to be paid by tenants or prospective tenants. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5337 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4099","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2029686,"bill_number":"H4098","title":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Northampton","description":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Northampton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4098","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2029699,"bill_number":"S2513","title":"Extending service of The Ride to the town of Foxborough","description":"For legislation to extend MBTA service of The Ride to the town of Foxborough. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3009","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2513","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2030221,"bill_number":"H4100","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4100","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2030233,"bill_number":"H4142","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jason DeLeon","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Jason DeLeon as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4142","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":2030236,"bill_number":"H4104","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Yender, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daniel Yender, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4104","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2030239,"bill_number":"H4112","title":"Relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program","description":"By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition of Kate Hogan that a fee on homeowners insurance policies be used to fund firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4112","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2030245,"bill_number":"H4129","title":"Relative to the installation of illegal mufflers","description":"Relative to the installation of illegal mufflers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4129","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2030248,"bill_number":"H4135","title":"Amending the town manager act of Arlington relative to the appointment and management of the town clerk","description":"Relative to the appointment and management of the town clerk in the town of Arlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4135","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2030251,"bill_number":"H4117","title":"Relative to arbitration for teachers","description":"Relative to arbitration for teachers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5181","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4117","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2030253,"bill_number":"H4107","title":"To require CPR training and promote careers in emergency medical services","description":"Relative to CPR training in schools and the promotion of careers in emergency medical services. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4107","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2030259,"bill_number":"S2516","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2516).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2608","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2516","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2030263,"bill_number":"H4109","title":"Relocating certain harbor lines in New Bedford Harbor","description":"Relative to relocating certain harbor lines in New Bedford Harbor. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4109","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":2030265,"bill_number":"S2515","title":"Relative to surveillance pricing in grocery stores","description":"For legislation to prohibit surveillance pricing based on the biometric data of individuals collected on the premises of a food store and food department, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No.2515).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2515","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2030269,"bill_number":"H4133","title":"To authorize the town of Lexington to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to regulate the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4133","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2030276,"bill_number":"H4115","title":"Relative to preventing immigration reporting and ensuring the right to legal counsel","description":"Relative to immigration reporting and the right to legal counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4115","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2030280,"bill_number":"H4123","title":"Relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities","description":"Relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied H2606","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4123","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2030283,"bill_number":"H4122","title":"Relative to deceptive trade practices","description":"Relative to deceptive trade practices for emergency contraceptives and medical abortion. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4122","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2030288,"bill_number":"H4134","title":"Establishing the city of Cambridge employment and job training trust","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to establish an employment and job training trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4774","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4134","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2030296,"bill_number":"H4138","title":"Allowing “print-free” digital legal notices for the town of Wellesley","description":"That the town of Wellesley be authorized to satisfy legal notice requirements by digital publications. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4138","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2030301,"bill_number":"H4110","title":"To eliminate the North River Commission and put in the hands of local town conservation commission","description":"Relative to the North River Commission. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4110","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2030306,"bill_number":"H4137","title":"Authorizing the town to establish a millennium fund of the Wayland Free Public Library","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to establish a millennium fund of the Wayland Free Public Library. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 119 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4137","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2030309,"bill_number":"H4105","title":"Relative to open space and aid to agriculture","description":"Relative to the distribution of certain gaming revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5068","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4105","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2030313,"bill_number":"H4139","title":"Authorizing the town of Wellesley to dissolve its Housing Development Corporation","description":"That the town of Wellesley be authorized to dissolve the housing development corporation of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4139","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2030318,"bill_number":"H4106","title":"Establishing a farm-to-institution pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a farm-to-institution pilot program. Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4106","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2030321,"bill_number":"H4143","title":"Relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley","description":"Relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4143","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2030330,"bill_number":"H4136","title":"Relative to stabilization funds in the town of Leicester","description":"Relative to stabilization funds in the town of Leicester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4136","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2030333,"bill_number":"H4126","title":"To align public pensions with Massachusetts’ net zero future","description":"For legislation to align public pensions with Massachusetts’ net zero future. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4126","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2030338,"bill_number":"H4114","title":"Relative to unsolved homicides","description":"Relative to unsolved homicides. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2025-09-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4114","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2030342,"bill_number":"H4130","title":"Relative to renewing and expanding the Accelerated Bridge Program","description":"For legislation to establish an accelerated bridge program to finance the repair, replacement and maintenance of structurally-deficient bridges through the use of certain bonds. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4130","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2030346,"bill_number":"H4141","title":"Authorizing the city of North Adams to appoint retired North Adams police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments","description":"That the city of North Adams be authorized to appoint retired North Adams police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4141","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2030350,"bill_number":"H4121","title":"Relative to supporting primary care physicians in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to primary care physician loan repayment program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4121","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2030356,"bill_number":"H4119","title":"Establishing an emergency medical services licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency medical services licensure compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4119","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2030360,"bill_number":"H4132","title":"To grant the town of Lexington the authority to endow legal residents with local voting rights in municipal elections","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to grant legal residents with local voting rights in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4132","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2030368,"bill_number":"H4103","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Steven Forget, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Steven Forget, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-07-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4103","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2030372,"bill_number":"H4102","title":"Relative to a sick leave bank for Mark Kratman, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mark Kratman, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4161","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4102","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2030376,"bill_number":"H4116","title":"Relative to building permits and job site safety","description":"Relative to building permits and job site safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5208","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4116","sponsor":"Rita Mendes"},
{"bill_id":2030383,"bill_number":"H4125","title":"To improve food safety and quality in Department of Correction facilities","description":"For legislation to improve food safety and quality in Department of Correction facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4125","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2030388,"bill_number":"H4128","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to study gambling winnings","description":"Relative to the threshold amounts for lottery and gambling taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5239","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4128","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2030392,"bill_number":"H4140","title":"Relative to non-civil service public safety personnel in the town of Wellesley","description":"That the town of Wellesley be authorized to increase the 15-mile residency limit to certain non-civil service public safety personnel. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4140","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2030395,"bill_number":"H4108","title":"Relative to the death of a candidate running for public office","description":"Relative to the death of candidates running for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4108","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2030401,"bill_number":"H4111","title":"Relative to creating a battery recycling program","description":"For legislation to create a battery recycling program. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4111","sponsor":"Adrianne Ramos"},
{"bill_id":2030405,"bill_number":"H4101","title":"Relative to the Dracut Water Supply District","description":"For legislation to authorize the Dracut Water Supply District to sell water to certain communities. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-08-17","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4101","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2030410,"bill_number":"H4113","title":"Relative to addressing higher education sexual misconduct","description":"Relative to addressing sexual misconduct by certain higher education employees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4113","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":2030413,"bill_number":"H4124","title":"Relative to role-playing games in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to role-playing games in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4124","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2030419,"bill_number":"H4127","title":"To establish the Pension Innovation Fund for intergenerational equity","description":"For legislation to establish a pension innovation fund for intergenerational equity. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4127","sponsor":"Erika Uyterhoeven"},
{"bill_id":2030423,"bill_number":"H4118","title":"To establish an emergency medical services treatment-in-place (TIP) pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency medical services treatment-in-place pilot program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4118","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2030426,"bill_number":"H4131","title":"Relative to mitigation during department of transportation projects","description":"Relative to mitigation during department of transportation projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5143","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4131","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2030429,"bill_number":"H4120","title":"To declare emergency medical services an essential service","description":"Relative to emergency medical services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4120","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2031491,"bill_number":"S2514","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"See H4010","last_action_date":"2025-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2031543,"bill_number":"H4146","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Medford","description":"Relative to the charter of the city of Medford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4263","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4146","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2031580,"bill_number":"S2518","title":"Authorizing the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Roberta Wollons","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to Roberta Wollons. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2518","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2031624,"bill_number":"H4145","title":"Requiring that broker fees in the city of Cambridge be paid by the party who solicits a licensed broker","description":"Relative to broker fees in the city of Cambridge. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4145","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":2031670,"bill_number":"S2517","title":"Dissolving the North Carver water district","description":"For legislation to dissolve the North Carver water district. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"New draft (Dooner) substituted, see S2735","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2517","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2031716,"bill_number":"H4144","title":"Relative to energy affordability, independence and innovation","description":"Relative to energy affordability, independence and innovation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5324","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2032390,"bill_number":"H4147","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Joseph Suppa","description":"By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and Patrick M. O'Connor that the Massachusetts State Board of Retirement be authorized to credit Joseph Suppa with certain creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4147","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2032429,"bill_number":"H4149","title":"Relative to the charter in the city of Lynn","description":"Relative to the charter in the city of Lynn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4149","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2032465,"bill_number":"H4148","title":"Relative to lawful noncitizen permanent resident voting in the town of Shutesbury","description":"Relative to lawful noncitizen permanent resident voting in the town of Shutesbury. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4148","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2032646,"bill_number":"H4150","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-21","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4151","last_action_date":"2025-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4150","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2033170,"bill_number":"H4151","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-05-21","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2529","last_action_date":"2025-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2033225,"bill_number":"H4153","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Somerville","description":"Relative to establishing a charter for the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4264","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4153","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2033279,"bill_number":"H4154","title":"Relative to the town of Richmond Free Public Library","description":"Relative to the town of Richmond Free Public Library. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4154","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2033343,"bill_number":"H4152","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 require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5120","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4152","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2033904,"bill_number":"H4156","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Cambridge","description":"For legislation to establish a charter for the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4156","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2033913,"bill_number":"H4157","title":"Further regulating procurements by the city of Cambridge","description":"For legislation to further regulate procurements by the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-05-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4157","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2033925,"bill_number":"S2522","title":"Strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to strengthen health care protections in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-04-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2538","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2522","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2033937,"bill_number":"S2521","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2521","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2033948,"bill_number":"H4155","title":"Relative to adding four additional liquor licenses to the town West Springfield","description":"That the city known as the town of West Springfield be authorized to grant 4 additional licenses 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":"2025-05-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4287","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4155","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2033971,"bill_number":"H4159","title":"Relative to cardholder surcharges","description":"Relative to credit card surcharges. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5320","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4159","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2033981,"bill_number":"H4158","title":"Expanding the select board of the town of Weston","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to expand its select board from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4158","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2034275,"bill_number":"S2525","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"See H4001","last_action_date":"2025-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2034351,"bill_number":"S2519","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-20","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2025-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2519","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2034361,"bill_number":"H4161","title":"Relative to a sick leave bank for Mark Kratman, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"Relative to a sick leave bank for Mark Kratman, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4161","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2034371,"bill_number":"H4160","title":"Modernizing the commonwealth's cannabis laws","description":"Modernizing the commonwealth's cannabis laws","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4187","last_action_date":"2025-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4160","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2034382,"bill_number":"S2520","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-20","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2025-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2520","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2034387,"bill_number":"S2523","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-20","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2025-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2523","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2034479,"bill_number":"H4171","title":"Relative to any vacancy among town meeting members in Milford","description":"Relative to vacancies among town meeting members in the town of Milford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4171","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2034481,"bill_number":"H4172","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to prohibit use or sale of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to prohibit use or sale of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4172","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2034487,"bill_number":"H4178","title":"Authorizing Adam T. Jankowski 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 Adam T. Jankowski to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4178","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2034488,"bill_number":"H4179","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations in said city. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4179","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2034491,"bill_number":"H4177","title":"Exempting certain positions of the police department in the town of Lancaster from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Lancaster be authorized to exempt certain positions of the police department in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4177","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2034498,"bill_number":"H4173","title":"Amending the special legislation establishing the Acton Memorial Library","description":"For legislation to amend the special legislation establishing the Acton Memorial Library in the town of Acton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4173","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2034499,"bill_number":"H4175","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to fire department governance in the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4175","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2034500,"bill_number":"H4165","title":"Relative to parent names on birth certificates","description":"Relative to parent names on birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5234","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4165","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2034505,"bill_number":"H4174","title":"Relative to the Ayer Library","description":"Relative to the Ayer Library in the town of Ayer. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4174","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2034506,"bill_number":"H4170","title":"Relative to the office of ward 7 councilor in the city of Marlborough","description":"Relative to a vacancy in the office of ward 7 councilor in the city of Marlborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4170","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2034508,"bill_number":"H4167","title":"Authorizing the town of Acton to establish a minimum charge for a checkout bag","description":"That the town of Acton be authorized to establish a minimum charge for checkout bags in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4167","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2034513,"bill_number":"H4176","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to town boards in the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4176","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2034515,"bill_number":"H4164","title":"Relative to Anti-SLAPP law reforms","description":"Relative to lien exposure. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4164","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2034518,"bill_number":"H4169","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not 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 not to be consumed on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4359","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4169","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2034521,"bill_number":"H4168","title":"Authorizing the town of Acton to increase the residency limit for members of its police and fire departments","description":"That the town of Acton be authorized to increase the residency limit for members of the police and fire departments of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4168","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2034525,"bill_number":"H4163","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units inclusion in the subsidized housing inventory","description":"Relative to including accessory dwelling units in subsidized housing inventory. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5647 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4163","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2034526,"bill_number":"H4162","title":"To increase access to healthcare for ostomy patients","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for healthcare for ostomy patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4961","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4162","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2034528,"bill_number":"H4166","title":"To evaluate transportation resiliency and progress towards meeting carbon emissions reductions benchmarks","description":"Relative to climate adaptation and transportation infrastructure. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5328","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4166","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2034949,"bill_number":"H4181","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":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5223","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4181","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2034978,"bill_number":"H4182","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jato Charlotin, an employee of Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jato Charlotin, an employee of Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-07-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4182","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2035007,"bill_number":"H4183","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in certain parcels of land to the city of Lowell","description":"By Representative Elliott of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rodney M. Elliott that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant easements in certain parcels of land to the city of Lowell. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4772","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4183","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2035034,"bill_number":"H4180","title":"Relative to intellectual disabilities for DDS services","description":"By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Colleen M. Garry that the Department of Developmental Services consider neuropsychological evaluations of certain persons with intellectual disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4883","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4180","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035041,"bill_number":"H4184","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to grant four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Message from Her Excellency the Governor authorizing the town of Scituate to grant four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4657","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2035056,"bill_number":"H4185","title":"Relative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in Milford","description":"Relative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in the town of Milford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4185","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2035077,"bill_number":"S2526","title":"Authorizing the town of Topsfield to convert 4 licenses for sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to 4 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises and to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in the containers less than 200 milliliters","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Topsfield to convert 4 licenses for sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to 4 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises and to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in the containers less than 200 milliliters. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Senate concurred in the House amendment","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2526","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2035101,"bill_number":"H4186","title":"Relative to Affordable Housing Trust Fund of the town of Edgartown","description":"Relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of Edgartown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4186","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2035231,"bill_number":"H4187","title":"Modernizing the commonwealth’s cannabis laws","description":"Modernizing the commonwealth’s cannabis laws","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4206","last_action_date":"2025-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4187","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2035446,"bill_number":"H4193","title":"Establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the city known as the town of Amherst","description":"That the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4193","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2035457,"bill_number":"H4191","title":"Authorizing the town of Wellfleet to enact a pesticide reduction bylaw","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wellfleet to enact a pesticide reduction bylaw. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4191","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2035478,"bill_number":"H4192","title":"Relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission within the town of Southwick","description":"Relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission in the town of Southwick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4776","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4192","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":2035489,"bill_number":"H4189","title":"Relative to the implementation of elements of the charter for the city known as the town of Amherst","description":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Amherst. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4189","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2035498,"bill_number":"H4190","title":"Authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the city known as the town of Amherst","description":"That the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to extend local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4190","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2035507,"bill_number":"H4188","title":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Westwood be authorized to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4814","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4188","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2035554,"bill_number":"S2527","title":"Amending the town charter of Wareham","description":"For legislation to amend the town charter of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-06-05","last_action":"New draft (Dooner) substituted, see S2700","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2527","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2035714,"bill_number":"H4200","title":"Authorizing a pilot for the use of psychedelics in licensed treatment facilities","description":"For legislation to authorize a pilot program for the use of psychedelics in certain licensed treatment facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4200","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2035726,"bill_number":"H4196","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":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4196","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035731,"bill_number":"H4198","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":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2025-09-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4198","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035738,"bill_number":"H4197","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":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4197","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035744,"bill_number":"H4194","title":"Pertaining to the estimated rate of inflation for social service programs","description":"Relative to the estimated rate of inflation for social service programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5240 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4194","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035752,"bill_number":"H4195","title":"Relative to discrimination against cash buyers","description":"For legislation to require that all establishments be required to accept cash for transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4733","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4195","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2035776,"bill_number":"H4199","title":"Protecting victims of childhood sexual abuse and holding perpetrators accountable","description":"Relative to legal protections for victims of childhood sexual abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4199","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2035785,"bill_number":"H4206","title":"Modernizing the commonwealth’s cannabis laws","description":"House bill No. 4187, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 4, 2025.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-04","last_action":"Reported by H5350","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4206/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2035791,"bill_number":"H4203","title":"Providing for the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill","description":"Relative to the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4203/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4203","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2035799,"bill_number":"H4205","title":"Authorizing the city of Watertown to lease property at 124 Watertown street, Watertown (former Parker school)","description":"That the city of Watertown be authorized to lease space at the former Parker school in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4205","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2035807,"bill_number":"H4201","title":"Relative to changing the two-year elected term for the Mayor of Chicopee to a four-year elected term","description":"Relative to changing the two-year elected term for the office of mayor of in the city of Chicopee to a four-year elected term. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4201/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4201","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2035817,"bill_number":"H4204","title":"Providing for the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill","description":"Relative to preliminary election of candidates in the city of Haverhill. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4204/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4204","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2035825,"bill_number":"H4202","title":"Relative to the recall of any holder of elective office in the city of Chicopee","description":"Relative to the recall of any holder of elective office in the city of Chicopee. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-05","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4202","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2035959,"bill_number":"S2524","title":"To sell naming rights to 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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2524).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2524","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2036204,"bill_number":"S2528","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 relative to parking fines during snow emergencies in the town Marblehead. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2528","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2036220,"bill_number":"H4207","title":"Relative to school library standards","description":"Relative to school library standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5177","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4207/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4207","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2036232,"bill_number":"H4208","title":"Relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act","description":"Relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4208/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4208","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2036306,"bill_number":"H4209","title":"Granting the town of Sunderland the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Sunderland residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"That the town of Sunderland be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for residents of said town aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4209/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4209","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2036320,"bill_number":"H4210","title":"Relative to the town resident requirement for the town manager of the town of Dalton","description":"Relative to the town resident requirement for the town manager of the town of Dalton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4210/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4210","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2036335,"bill_number":"H4213","title":"Relative to the continued employment of firefighters in the town of Egremont","description":"Relative to the continued employment of firefighters in the town of Egremont, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4213","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2036348,"bill_number":"H4211","title":"Changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Holden","description":"Relative to changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Holden. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4211","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2036360,"bill_number":"H4214","title":"Relative to the appointment of the police chief in the city of Fall River","description":"Relative to the appointment of the police chief in the city of Fall River. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4214","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2036374,"bill_number":"H4212","title":"Authorizing the town of Lancaster to dissolve its animal control commission","description":"That the town of Lancaster be authorized to dissolve the animal control commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4212","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2036385,"bill_number":"H4215","title":"Regarding the disability pension of Christopher Taylor","description":"By Representative Wong of Saugus, a petition of Donald H. Wong (by vote of the town) that the Saugus retirement board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to Christopher Taylor, a retired officer of the police department of the town of Saugus. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4902","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4215/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4215","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":2036929,"bill_number":"H4218","title":"To reform the parole board","description":"Relative to reforming the parole board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4218/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4218","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2036945,"bill_number":"H4220","title":"Resolutions designating August 9th and 10th, 2025 as the sales tax holiday","description":"Resolutions (filed by Ms. Fiola of Fall River) designating August 9th and 10th as the dates for sales tax holiday for 2025. June 12, 2025.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4220","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2036982,"bill_number":"H4217","title":"To ensure fair due process in special education disputes","description":"Relative to special education disputes. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4217","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":2037001,"bill_number":"H4219","title":"Establishing a transportation contribution from large employers","description":"For legislation to establish a transportation excise tax for large employers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5318","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4219/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4219","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2037017,"bill_number":"H4216","title":"To promote equitable hair care for children in state custody","description":"Relative to hair care for children in state custody. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4216","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2037022,"bill_number":"H4221","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Odufuwa an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Esther Odufuwa, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4222","last_action_date":"2025-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4221","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2037075,"bill_number":"S2531","title":"Relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker","description":"For legislation relative to assault and battery by means of bodily substance upon a transit worker. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H4645","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2531","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2037104,"bill_number":"S2529","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Amendment #48 (Edwards) rejected","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2529","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2037363,"bill_number":"H4222","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Odufuwa an employee of the department of mental health","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Odufuwa an employee of the department of mental health","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-06-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4222","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2037372,"bill_number":"S2532","title":"Authorizing the town of Walpole to grant up to 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Walpole to grant up to 2 additional 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2532","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2037381,"bill_number":"H4226","title":"Ensuring access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals","description":"Relative to access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5354 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4226","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2037384,"bill_number":"H4224","title":"Validating the New Salem annual town election","description":"Relative to validating the results of the annual town election in the town of New Salem held on May 5, 2025. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4224","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2037389,"bill_number":"H4223","title":"Lowering the voting age in municipal elections in the town of Arlington","description":"That the town of Arlington be authorized to grant legal voting rights in municipal elections to town residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4223/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4223","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2037392,"bill_number":"H4225","title":"Authorizing the town of Marblehead to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Marblehead 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":"2026-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4225","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2037397,"bill_number":"H4227","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 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 2025 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4010), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4227).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-06-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2037580,"bill_number":"H4228","title":"Providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in manufactured housing parks in the town of Athol","description":"That the town of Athol be authorized to regulate rents for the use or occupancy of manufactured housing parks in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5352 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4228","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2037599,"bill_number":"S2538","title":"Strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth","description":"Strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-18","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2543","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2538","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2037802,"bill_number":"S2539","title":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B Of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations changes to 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing (2025)","description":"Report of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2037818,"bill_number":"S2540","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-18","last_action":"Reported, in part, by S2575","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2037856,"bill_number":"S2537","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"For legislation to establish the Debt Collection Fairness Act, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2537).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-06-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2551","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2537","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2037859,"bill_number":"S2534","title":"Relative to equitable higher education admissions policies","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require higher education institutions to issue an annual report to the attorney general and department of higher education on their prior year admissions preference, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2534).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2534","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2037861,"bill_number":"S2536","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations","description":"For legislation relative to advance placement examinations to satisfy degree requirements, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2536).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2536","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2037864,"bill_number":"H4229","title":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","description":"For legislation to regulate social media feeds. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4229","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2037867,"bill_number":"H4230","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James Caruso, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Caruso, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4230/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4230","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2037869,"bill_number":"S2533","title":"To facilitate student financial assistance","description":"For legislation to facilitate student financial assistance and establish the FAFSA Trust Fund, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2533).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2533","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2037875,"bill_number":"S2541","title":"To reduce plastics","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to reduce plastics, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2541).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2541","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2037877,"bill_number":"S2535","title":"Establishing the hunger-free campus initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the hunger-free campus initiative that would provide grants to institutions of public higher education to address student food insecurity and hunger, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2535).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2535","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2037881,"bill_number":"H4233","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Malden","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the city of Malden. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4233","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2037886,"bill_number":"H4235","title":"Authorizing the town of Rochester to continue the employment of fire chief Scott Weigel","description":"That the town of Rochester be authorized to continue the employment of Scott Weigel as fire chief in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4235","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2037889,"bill_number":"H4236","title":"Authorizing the town of Northfield to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III as fire chief, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5147","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4236","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2037891,"bill_number":"H4231","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to expand the options available to issue notices of violation for parking enforcement above the limits set forth in M.G.L. C. 90, §20A½ or other applicable state laws","description":"Relative to notices of violation for parking enforcement in the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4231","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2037894,"bill_number":"S2545","title":"Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session","description":"Senate -- Report of the committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the House amendment to the Senate report recommending proposed Joint Rules adopted by the Senate to be adopted as the Joint Rules governing the 2025-2026 legislative session (Senate, No. 18) (amended by the House by striking out the striking out the text in its entirety and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 2026),-- reports, “Joint Rules governing the 2025-2026 legislative session (Senate, No. 2545).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-26","last_action":"Committee of conference report accepted, in concurrence - 147 YEAS to 2 NAYS (See YEA and NAY No. 58 )","last_action_date":"2025-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2037897,"bill_number":"H4234","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Fairhaven","description":"That the town of Fairhaven be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4234","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2037900,"bill_number":"H4232","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Fairhaven","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Fairhaven. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4232","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2038208,"bill_number":"H4237","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2026 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Message from Her Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2026 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Ats of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038273,"bill_number":"H4239","title":"Providing for a municipal tax amnesty","description":"Relative to a municipal tax amnesty program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5203","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4239","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2038307,"bill_number":"H4238","title":"Relative to fraternal organizations conducting bazaars","description":"Relative to fraternal organizations conducting bazaars. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-06-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4238","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":2038392,"bill_number":"S2542","title":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","description":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-06-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3050","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038620,"bill_number":"H4240","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 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 2026 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2025-07-04","last_action":"Item 4000-0051 passed over veto -see  Roll Call #78 (Yeas 35 to Nays 3)","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038656,"bill_number":"S2544","title":"Relative to special town meetings petitioned for by residents of the town of Andover","description":"Relative to special town meetings petitioned for by residents of the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2544","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2038714,"bill_number":"S2543","title":"Strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth","description":"Strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038739,"bill_number":"H4244","title":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to utilize alternative methods for publication of legal notices","description":"That the town of Hingham be authorized to utilize alternative methods for publication of legal notices. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-06-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4244","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2038746,"bill_number":"H4246","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Gissell Melo","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Gissell Melo a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4246","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2038751,"bill_number":"H4243","title":"To amend the town charter of Ipswich","description":"Relative to the town manager residency requirement in the town of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4243","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2038758,"bill_number":"H4241","title":"Granting the town of Whately the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Whately residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"That the town of Whately be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Whately residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4241","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2038765,"bill_number":"H4245","title":"Relative to the Mattapoisett select board","description":"Relative to the membership of the select board of the town of Mattapoisett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4245","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2038772,"bill_number":"H4247","title":"Authorizing the select board of the town of Hull to establish a schedule of fines for parking violations","description":"That the town of Hull be authorized to establish a schedule of fines for parking violations. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4247/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4247","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2038777,"bill_number":"H4242","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Dalton","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Dalton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-06-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4242","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2038943,"bill_number":"H4251","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038951,"bill_number":"H4254","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Rodney Alcindor","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Rodney Alcindor as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4254","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2038953,"bill_number":"H4250","title":"So much of the message from Her Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2026 (see House, No. 4240) as relates to Attachments B and C, 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. 4250). July 4, 2025","description":"So much of the message from Her Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2026 (see House, No. 4240) as relates to Attachments B and C, 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. 4250). July 4, 2025","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-04","last_action":"See H4240","last_action_date":"2025-07-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038955,"bill_number":"H4256","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jose Ortiz","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Jose Ortiz as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4256","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2038957,"bill_number":"S2547","title":"Relative to the Move Over Law","description":"For legislation relative to the Move Over Law, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2547).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2642","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2547","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2038958,"bill_number":"H4255","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jonathan Telfort","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Jonathan Telfort as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4255","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2038960,"bill_number":"H4252","title":"Updating the linkage exaction program in the city of Medford","description":"For legislation to establish a linkage exaction program in the city of Medford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4252","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2038962,"bill_number":"S2548","title":"Designating bar pizza as the official pizza of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate bar pizza as the official pizza of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-05-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2548","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2038963,"bill_number":"H4253","title":"Relative to elected terms and municipal years","description":"Relative to terms of elected office in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4253","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2038975,"bill_number":"H4249","title":"Relative to vital statistics","description":"Section 29 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 (see House, No. 4240), which had been returned by Her Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4250). July 4, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2038985,"bill_number":"H4248","title":"Relative to retirement savings","description":"Sections 20, 23 and 110 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 (see House, No. 4240), which had been returned by Her Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4250). July 4, 2025.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-04","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2025-07-10","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2039098,"bill_number":"S2553","title":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orall of Berkeley, a joint petition of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Berkley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2553","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2039102,"bill_number":"S2549","title":"To promote student learning and mental health","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to regulate screen time and technology privacy in early and K-12 education, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2549).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2561","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2549","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2039109,"bill_number":"S2552","title":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials","description":"By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orall of Berkeley, a joint petition of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Berkley to recall elected officials. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"New draft substituted (Dooner), see S3018","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2552","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2039120,"bill_number":"S2546","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","description":"For legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2546).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2640","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2546","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2039125,"bill_number":"H4260","title":"Relative to the use of virtual credit cards by dental insurance providers","description":"Relative to the use of virtual credit cards by dental insurance providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-06-16","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4260","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2039126,"bill_number":"H4261","title":"Regulating kratom sales in the Commonwealth (Ty's Bill)","description":"For legislation to regulate the sale of kratom. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5127","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4261","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2039130,"bill_number":"S2550","title":"Relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act","description":"Relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2550","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2039132,"bill_number":"H4262","title":"To implement ranked choice voting in Boston","description":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5413","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4262","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2039134,"bill_number":"S2551","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2559","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2551","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2039137,"bill_number":"H4257","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4307","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4257","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2039288,"bill_number":"H4265","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-14","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2540","last_action_date":"2025-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4265/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4265","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2039359,"bill_number":"H4267","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Constantinos Papadopoulos","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Constantinos Papadopoulos as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4267","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2039368,"bill_number":"H4268","title":"To authorize the Wrentham Select Board to remove the position of lieutenant of the town of Wrentham Police Department from the requirements of M.G.L. Ch. 31","description":"That the town of Wrentham be authorized to remove the position of lieutenant of the police department of said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4268","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2039372,"bill_number":"H4266","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to further regulate the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4266","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2039376,"bill_number":"H4269","title":"Authorizing the town of Wrentham to exempt from taxation certain real estate owned and occupied by the surviving spouse of Wrentham Deputy Chief George C. Labonte","description":"That the town of Wrentham be authorized to exempt certain real estate owned and occupied by the surviving spouse of former deputy police chief George C. Labonte from taxation. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4269","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2039391,"bill_number":"H4271","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4294","last_action_date":"2025-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4271","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2039608,"bill_number":"H4263","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Medford","description":"Establishing a charter for the city of Medford","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4263","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2039611,"bill_number":"H4264","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Somerville","description":"Establishing a charter for the city of Somerville","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4445","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4264","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2039615,"bill_number":"H4291","title":"Relative to the prevailing wage in the town of Chatham","description":"Relative to exempting the town of Chatham from the prevailing wage law. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4291","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2039617,"bill_number":"H4290","title":"Establishing a housing trust fund in the town of Chatham","description":"That the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a housing trust fund in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4290","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2039618,"bill_number":"H4288","title":"Relative to the inclusion of commercial fishermen as a designated vocation for affordable and attainable housing preference in the town of Chatham under Section 32, Seasonal Communities, Subsection (d), of the Affordable Homes Act","description":"Relative to the inclusion of commercial fishermen as a designated vocation for affordable and attainable housing preference in the town of Chatham. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4288","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2039620,"bill_number":"H4289","title":"Facilitating the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham","description":"Relative to the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4289","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2039668,"bill_number":"H56","title":"Empowering municipalities and local governments","description":"Empowering municipalities and local governments","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Sections 45 to 72, inclusive, 85 and 86, accompanied a study order, see H5394","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H56/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H56","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2039712,"bill_number":"H4293","title":"Establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Hopkinton","description":"By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition of James C. Arena-DeRosa (by vote of the town) that town of Hopkinton 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":"2026-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 191 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4293","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2039716,"bill_number":"H4292","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Hopkinton to incorporate appointment powers of the board of library trustees","description":"Relative to appointment powers of the board of library trustees in the town of Hopkinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4292/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4292","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2039724,"bill_number":"S2558","title":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","description":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2565","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2558","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2039739,"bill_number":"H4294","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-07-16","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Friedman) adopted","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2039749,"bill_number":"H4270","title":"Relative to posting information about the National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline","description":"Relative to posting information about the National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4270/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4270","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2039869,"bill_number":"S2559","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to fairness in debt collection (Senate, No. 2559) (being the text of Senate, No. 2551, printed as amended).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2039970,"bill_number":"S2555","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care.","description":"For legislation to improve Massachusetts home care, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2555).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2555","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2039975,"bill_number":"H4300","title":"Establishing a real property transfer fee in the town of Chatham","description":"That the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a real property transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4300","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2039980,"bill_number":"H4272","title":"Authorizing the town of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4272","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2039989,"bill_number":"H4298","title":"Relative to toxic-free medical devices","description":"Relative to the manufacture and sale of toxic-free medical devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2026-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4298","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2039993,"bill_number":"H4273","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Maynard 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":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4273/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4273","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2039998,"bill_number":"H4299","title":"Exempting the position of Fire Chief in the city of Holyoke from the provisions of the civil service law","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to exempt the position of fire chief in said city from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4299","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2040004,"bill_number":"S2554","title":"To improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia","description":"For legislation to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia by developing a public awareness campaign on brain health, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2554).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2554","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040008,"bill_number":"H4295","title":"Relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes","description":"Relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4295","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2040012,"bill_number":"H4297","title":"Relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs","description":"Relative to arts education programs. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4297","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2040016,"bill_number":"H4278","title":"Regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians","description":"Regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4278","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040019,"bill_number":"S2560","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gregory Baker, an employee of the Suffolk County Sherriff's office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gregory Baker, an employee of the Suffolk County Sherriff's office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2560","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2040165,"bill_number":"H4307","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4307","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040244,"bill_number":"H4287","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of West Springfield to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city known as the town of West Springfield to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4287","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040245,"bill_number":"H4315","title":"Authorizing the City of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter","description":"That the city of Westfield be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5288","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4315","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2040246,"bill_number":"H4274","title":"Governing your membership in fitness clubs","description":"Governing your membership in fitness clubs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4274/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4274","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040248,"bill_number":"H4280","title":"Relative to increasing language offerings for licensure exams","description":"Relative to increasing language offerings for licensure exams","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4280/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4280","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040249,"bill_number":"H4314","title":"To allow the town of Hingham to use municipal property as the location for a center for active living","description":"That the town of Hingham be authorized to use municipal property as the location for a center for active living. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4314","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2040252,"bill_number":"H4311","title":"Further regulating the Year-round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust Fund in the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to the year-round market rate rental housing trust fund in the town of Provincetown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4311","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2040254,"bill_number":"H4313","title":"Allowing \"print-free\" digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield","description":"For legislation to authorize digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4313","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2040255,"bill_number":"H4279","title":"Relative to the adjudicative process of the Board of State Examiners of Electricians","description":"Relative to the adjudicative process of the Board of State Examiners of Electricians","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4279","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040257,"bill_number":"H4282","title":"Authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4282","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040258,"bill_number":"H4284","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"Relative to vehicle recalls","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4284","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040260,"bill_number":"H4277","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate for check cashers","description":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate for check cashers","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4277","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040262,"bill_number":"H4286","title":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4286","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040264,"bill_number":"H4310","title":"Authorizing the town of Belmont to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Belmont be authorized to further regulate the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4310","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2040265,"bill_number":"H4276","title":"Re-authorizing the town of Swansea to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Re-authorizing the town of Swansea to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4276","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040267,"bill_number":"H4285","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol permitting laws","description":"Modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol permitting laws","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4285","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040270,"bill_number":"H4283","title":"Relative to the registration of irrigation contractors","description":"Relative to the registration of irrigation contractors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4283","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040271,"bill_number":"H4312","title":"Relative to charter changes for the town of Longmeadow","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Longmeadow. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4312","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2040273,"bill_number":"H4309","title":"Relative to preliminary elections in the town of Longmeadow","description":"Relative to preliminary elections in the town of Longmeadow. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4309","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2040274,"bill_number":"H4275","title":"Relative to alcohol license permits and suspensions","description":"Relative to alcohol license permits and suspensions","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4275","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040276,"bill_number":"H4281","title":"Relative to successor supplier laws and the termination of sales to wholesalers of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to successor supplier laws and the termination of sales to wholesalers of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4764","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4281","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2040384,"bill_number":"S2562","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges, an employee of the department of correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges, an employee of the department of correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied H4322","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2562","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2040490,"bill_number":"H4317","title":"To JBCC FD retirement buy-back","description":"By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition of Patrick Joseph Kearney and Steven George Xiarhos that the State Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service for certain employment with the federal fire department at the Otis Air National Guard Base. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4317","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":2040494,"bill_number":"H4326","title":"To ensure financial viability in the transportation of farm goods","description":"Relative to the transportation of farm goods. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4326","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2040499,"bill_number":"H4322","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4322","sponsor":"Carol Doherty"},
{"bill_id":2040503,"bill_number":"H4318","title":"Authorizing the town of Harwich affordable housing trust to provide for the creation of attainable housing","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Harwich affordable housing trust to provide for the creation of attainable housing. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4318","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2040508,"bill_number":"H4321","title":"Authorizing the Dalton Fire District to continue the employment of interim fire chief Christopher Francis Cachat","description":"For legislation to authorize the Dalton Fire District to continue the employment of interim fire chief Christopher Francis Cachat. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4321","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2040512,"bill_number":"S2561","title":"To promote student learning and mental health","description":"The committee on Senate Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote student learning and mental health (Senate, No. 2549), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2561).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2581","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2561","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040516,"bill_number":"H4296","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4768","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4296","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2040519,"bill_number":"H4323","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alexandra Schwartz, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of State Police","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alexandra Schwartz, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4323","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2040522,"bill_number":"H4325","title":"To grant state income tax exemption for school fees and charges","description":"Relative to income tax deductions for certain school expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5313","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4325","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":2040524,"bill_number":"H4324","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Stephanie Bramante Miller, an employee of the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephanie Bramante Miller, an employee of the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4324/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4324","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2040530,"bill_number":"H4319","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops","description":"For legislation to further regulate the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops. Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4319","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2040532,"bill_number":"H4320","title":"Establishing a vocational admissions task force","description":"For legislation to establish a special task force (including members of the General Court) to review and report on vocational admissions policies. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4320","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2040603,"bill_number":"S2563","title":"Amending certain laws relative to individuals with disabilities","description":"Relative to individuals with disabilities (Senate, No. 2563) (being the text of Senate, No. 137, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2040608,"bill_number":"S2565","title":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","description":"Facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2040614,"bill_number":"S2564","title":"Amending certain archaic laws","description":"Amending certain archaic laws","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2040668,"bill_number":"S2566","title":"Further regulating the Gloucester Fisheries Commission","description":"Further regulating the Gloucester Fisheries Commission","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2566","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2040683,"bill_number":"S2556","title":"To modernize funding for community media programming","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive statewide policy concerning streaming entertainment services and the recovery of municipal costs for digital infrastructure, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2556).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2556","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2040686,"bill_number":"H4353","title":"Relative to applied behavioral analysis reimbursement rates","description":"Relative to applied behavioral analysis reimbursement rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4353","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2040691,"bill_number":"H4352","title":"Relative to travel insurance","description":"Relative to travel insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4352/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4352","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2040695,"bill_number":"S2557","title":"Relative to affirming and maintaining equal access to public education for all children","description":"For legislation to affirm and maintain equal access to public education for English learners, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2557).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2557","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2040697,"bill_number":"H4349","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Luis Cabral","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Luis Cabral as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4349","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2040698,"bill_number":"H4301","title":"Relative to councils on aging","description":"Relative to councils on aging","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4301","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040699,"bill_number":"H4350","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to levy a real estate transfer fee on certain real property transfers","description":"That the town of Brookline be authorized to levy a real estate transfer fee on certain real property transfers in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4350","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2040700,"bill_number":"H4303","title":"Supporting seniors' financial stability","description":"Supporting seniors' financial stability","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4303","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040701,"bill_number":"H4351","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Agency of Freedmen Affairs","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts office of freedmen affairs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4351","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2040702,"bill_number":"H4302","title":"To improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia","description":"To improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5613","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4302","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040704,"bill_number":"H4306","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"To improve Massachusetts home care","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4706","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4306","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040705,"bill_number":"H4304","title":"Relative to the LGBTQ aging commission","description":"Relative to the LGBTQ aging commission","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4304","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040706,"bill_number":"H4305","title":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","description":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4305","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2040707,"bill_number":"H4316","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4316","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2040708,"bill_number":"H4348","title":"Relative to a cemetery in the town of Norton","description":"That the town of Norton be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4348","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":2040709,"bill_number":"H4347","title":"Relative to the Williamstown Library Trustees","description":"Relative to the terms of library trustees in the town of Williamstown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4347","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2040726,"bill_number":"H4362","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC","description":"Authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4362","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040733,"bill_number":"H4360","title":"Requiring human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers","description":"Requiring human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4360","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040741,"bill_number":"H4361","title":"Relative to benefits for teachers","description":"Relative to benefits for teachers","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Rodrigues-Lovely-O'Connor), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4361","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040747,"bill_number":"H4363","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Wellesley","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Wellesley","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4363","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040767,"bill_number":"H4364","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4364","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2040828,"bill_number":"H4259","title":"Designating the Weider Park tennis courts as the Kim O'Connell tennis courts","description":"By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rob Consalvo that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to designate the tennis courts located in Weider Park in the Roslindale section of the city of Boston as the Kim O’Connell tennis courts. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4259","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2040835,"bill_number":"H4308","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4308","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2040847,"bill_number":"H4258","title":"Relative to allowing spouses to serve as paid caregivers","description":"For legislation to authorize spouses to serve as caregivers in the MassHealth program for home-based care and services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5025","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4258","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2040877,"bill_number":"S2575","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Report of the committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the House amendment to the Senate Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (Senate, No. 2540) (amended by the House by striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4265),-- reports, in part, a “Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.” (Senate, No. 2575).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2040962,"bill_number":"S2574","title":"Providing accidental death benefits for the surviving spouse of a former firefighter of the City of Boston","description":"For legislation to provide accidental death benefits for the surviving spouse of Mathew M. Troy, a former firefighter of the City of Boston. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2574","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2040965,"bill_number":"H4327","title":"To enforce support orders for adult children in need of support","description":"To enforce support orders for adult children in need of support","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4327","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2040966,"bill_number":"H4330","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4330","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2040968,"bill_number":"H4328","title":"Relative to the efficient management and operation of the registries of probate","description":"Relative to the efficient management and operation of the registries of probate","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4328/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4328","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2040970,"bill_number":"H4329","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Improving medical decision making","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4329","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2040971,"bill_number":"H4331","title":"Relative to the uniform voidable transactions act","description":"Relative to the uniform voidable transactions act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4331","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2040976,"bill_number":"H4529","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4529","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2040987,"bill_number":"H4528","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, November 12, 2025 the time within which the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, November 12, 2025 the time within which the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-07-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4528","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2040992,"bill_number":"S2567","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to promote democracy in primary elections, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2567).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2567","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2041001,"bill_number":"S2568","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide clarification of betterments with regard to sewer projects, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2568).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2568","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2041007,"bill_number":"S2573","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Rockland","description":"By Mr. Keenan, a petition of John F. Keenan (by vote of the town) to amend the charter of the town of Rockland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2716","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2573","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2041015,"bill_number":"S2576","title":"Authorizing the commonwealth to dispose of certain parcels of land in the town of Upton acquired for conservation and recreation purposes","description":"Authorizing the commonwealth to dispose of certain parcels of land in the town of Upton acquired for conservation and recreation purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2576","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2041021,"bill_number":"S2572","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"See S2543","last_action_date":"2025-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2572","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2041041,"bill_number":"H4368","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston","description":"By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William F. MacGregor that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5304","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4368","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2041048,"bill_number":"S2579","title":"Toxic-Free Medical Devices Act of 2025","description":"For legislation to ban the use of DEHP, a plasticizer found in IV bags and tubing, due to concerns about its potential health risks. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-04-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3106","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2579","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":2041055,"bill_number":"S2580","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Tiro, an employee of the trial court of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Tiro, an employee of the trial court of the commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2580","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2041060,"bill_number":"H4367","title":"Relative to newborn screenings for congenital cytomegalovirus","description":"Relative to newborn screenings for congenital cytomegalovirus. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5441","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4367/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4367","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2041073,"bill_number":"S2578","title":"Concerning sidewalks in the town of Scituate","description":"For legislation relative to sidewalks in the town of Scituate. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2578","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":2041078,"bill_number":"S2577","title":"Relative to parking fines in the town of Scituate","description":"Relative to parking fines in the town of Scituate. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2577","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":2041081,"bill_number":"H4332","title":"Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4332","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041082,"bill_number":"H4338","title":"To reduce inequities in access to medical procedures","description":"To reduce inequities in access to medical procedures","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4338","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041083,"bill_number":"H4345","title":"Improving access to breast pumps","description":"Improving access to breast pumps","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4345/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4345","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041084,"bill_number":"H4339","title":"Relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy","description":"Relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4339","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041086,"bill_number":"H4336","title":"Relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health","description":"Relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4336","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041087,"bill_number":"H4333","title":"Relative to consumer deductibles","description":"Relative to consumer deductibles","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4333","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041088,"bill_number":"H4341","title":"Requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services","description":"Requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4341","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041089,"bill_number":"H4343","title":"Ensuring access to full spectrum pregnancy care","description":"Ensuring access to full spectrum pregnancy care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4343","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041091,"bill_number":"H4335","title":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury","description":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4335","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041092,"bill_number":"H4346","title":"To ensure access to prescription medications","description":"To ensure access to prescription medications","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4346/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4346","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041093,"bill_number":"H4337","title":"Regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health","description":"Regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4337","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041095,"bill_number":"H4334","title":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","description":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4334","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041096,"bill_number":"H4342","title":"Assuring prompt access to health care","description":"Assuring prompt access to health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4342","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041097,"bill_number":"H4344","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for doula services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for doula services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4344","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041098,"bill_number":"H4340","title":"Relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling","description":"Relative to telehealth parity for nutrition counseling","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4340","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2041207,"bill_number":"S2581","title":"To promote student learning and mental health","description":"To promote student learning and mental health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed - (Peisch-F. Moran-Vieira), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2041333,"bill_number":"H4375","title":"To preserve and advance Massachusetts’ competitiveness in discovery, research, and innovation for a vibrant economy","description":"Relative to preserve and advance Massachusetts’ competitiveness in discovery, research, and innovation for a vibrant economy","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5259","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2041335,"bill_number":"H4369","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4369","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2041340,"bill_number":"H4374","title":"Designating a certain overpass in the town of Sandwich as the U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Tourville Veterans Memorial Overpass","description":"By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven George Xiarhos that a certain overpass on State Route 6 in the town of Sandwich be designated as the U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Tourville veterans memorial overpass. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4374/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4374","sponsor":"Steven Xiarhos"},
{"bill_id":2041363,"bill_number":"H4365","title":"Relative to updating animal health inspections","description":"Relative to updating animal health inspections","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4365","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2041489,"bill_number":"S2583","title":"Directing the department of state police to waive the maximum age requirement for Jonathan Lewis","description":"For legislation to direct the department of state police to waive the maximum age requirement for Jonathan Lewis. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2583","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2041490,"bill_number":"S2582","title":"Exempting certain positions in the city of Taunton from civil service status","description":"For legislation to exempt certain positions in the city of Taunton from civil service status. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3020","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2582","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2041492,"bill_number":"H4376","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4376","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2041493,"bill_number":"H4393","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4393","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2041497,"bill_number":"H4387","title":"Authorizing the town of Monterey to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown","description":"That the town of Monterey be authorized to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4862","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4387","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2041498,"bill_number":"H4382","title":"Relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to appoint a finance committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4382","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2041499,"bill_number":"H4378","title":"Relative to affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury","description":"Relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4378","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2041500,"bill_number":"H4389","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Angel G. Rivera","description":"For legislation to authorize Angel G. Rivera to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4389","sponsor":"John Moran"},
{"bill_id":2041502,"bill_number":"H4377","title":"Eliminating the preliminary election in the city of Revere in 2025","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to forego the preliminary election in 2025. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4377","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2041503,"bill_number":"H4384","title":"Relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to change the town administrator title to town manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4384","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2041504,"bill_number":"H4383","title":"Relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to temporarily appoint alternate or associate members to certain town boards. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4383","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2041506,"bill_number":"H4385","title":"Relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"Relative to the select board of the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4385","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2041507,"bill_number":"H4390","title":"Authorizing Nick Santos 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 Nick Santos to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4390","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2041509,"bill_number":"H4386","title":"Relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"Relative to the budget process of the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4805","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4386","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2041510,"bill_number":"H4380","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Agawam to strike the reference to the board of appeals","description":"That the city known as the town of Agawam be authorized to strike the reference to the board of appeals in the city charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4380","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2041512,"bill_number":"H4366","title":"To expand the use of career and academic plans","description":"To expand the use of career and academic plans","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4366/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4366","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2041513,"bill_number":"H4381","title":"Further regarding the term of the town moderator in the town of Norwood","description":"For legislation to further regulate the term of the town moderator in the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2026-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4381","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2041516,"bill_number":"S2584","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Irene O'Rourke, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Irene O'Rourke, employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2586","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2584","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":2041518,"bill_number":"H4354","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":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4354/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4354","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041520,"bill_number":"H4355","title":"Relative to the responsible sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to the responsible sale of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4355","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041521,"bill_number":"H4359","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages into a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages into a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4359","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041522,"bill_number":"H4379","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Greenfield","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Greenfield to amend its charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4379","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2041523,"bill_number":"H4391","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Alex J. Rodriguez","description":"For legislation to authorize Alex J. Rodriguez to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4391","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2041524,"bill_number":"H4388","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Angela C. Depina","description":"For legislation to authorize Angela C. Depina to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4388","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2041526,"bill_number":"H4357","title":"Relative to toxic free kids","description":"Relative to toxic free kids","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4357","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041527,"bill_number":"H4356","title":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant","description":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4356/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4356","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041528,"bill_number":"H4358","title":"Relative to wheelchair repair requirements and consumer protection","description":"Relative to wheelchair repair requirements and consumer protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4358","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2041611,"bill_number":"S2569","title":"Relative to solar and battery decommissioning and stewardship","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2569).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2569","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2041613,"bill_number":"H4398","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Aging and Independence is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Aging and Independence is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4398","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2041616,"bill_number":"S2571","title":"Providing nature for all","description":"For legislation to conserve and improve natural and working lands, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2571).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2571","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2041619,"bill_number":"H4402","title":"Authorizing automated curb enforcement and improving parking violation procedures","description":"For legislation to authorize automated curb enforcement and improving parking violation procedures. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-16","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 5, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4402","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2041621,"bill_number":"S2570","title":"Relative to the Ware River watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2570).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2570","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2041627,"bill_number":"H4400","title":"Relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph","description":"Relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, see H4891","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4400","sponsor":"Richard Wells"},
{"bill_id":2041632,"bill_number":"H4372","title":"Related to indigency","description":"Related to indigency","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4372","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2041635,"bill_number":"H4370","title":"Concerning furnishing transcripts of notes and fees","description":"Concerning furnishing transcripts of notes and fees","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4370","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2041641,"bill_number":"S2587","title":"Relative applied behavioral analysis reimbursement rates","description":"For legislation relative applied behavioral analysis reimbursement rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2587","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2041642,"bill_number":"H4373","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4373","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2041645,"bill_number":"H4401","title":"Relative to certain special revolving funds in the town of Athol","description":"Relative to certain special revolving funds in the town of Athol. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4401","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2041649,"bill_number":"H4371","title":"Relative to a commission to study the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to a commission to study the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4371","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2041652,"bill_number":"H4399","title":"Further amending the charter of the town of Middleton","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Middleton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4399","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2041653,"bill_number":"S2585","title":"Establishing compliance with federal education reporting requirements for out of home placement students","description":"For legislation to establish compliance with federal education reporting requirements for out of home placement students. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2659","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2585","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2041805,"bill_number":"H4411","title":"Relative to housing in seasonal communities","description":"Relative to housing in seasonal communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5647 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4411","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2041806,"bill_number":"H4412","title":"Relative to witness intimidation","description":"Relative to witness intimidation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4412","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2041808,"bill_number":"H4410","title":"Relative to funding housing and mitigating investor real estate in seasonal communities","description":"Relative to funding housing and mitigating investor real estate in seasonal communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5647 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4410","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2041810,"bill_number":"S2586","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Irene O'Rourke, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Irene O'Rourke, employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2586).","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2586","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2041812,"bill_number":"H4403","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4403","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2041813,"bill_number":"H4413","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2041819,"bill_number":"H4392","title":"Relative to county land disposition","description":"Relative to county land disposition","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4392","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2041822,"bill_number":"H4415","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5442","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4415","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":2041828,"bill_number":"H4414","title":"Relative to the town administrator of the town of Carlisle","description":"Relative to the town administrator of the town of Carlisle. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5308","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4414","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2042145,"bill_number":"H4396","title":"Relative to archaic laws","description":"Relative to archaic laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4396","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2042151,"bill_number":"H4405","title":"Relative to student and educator data privacy","description":"Relative to student and educator data privacy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4405","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2042159,"bill_number":"H4394","title":"Relative to kratom sales in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to kratom sales in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4394","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2042166,"bill_number":"H4397","title":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture","description":"Relative to civil asset forfeiture","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4397","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2042172,"bill_number":"H4395","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4395","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2042186,"bill_number":"H4428","title":"Relative to modernizing permitting for the transportation of certain loads","description":"Relative to permitting for the transportation of certain loads. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4428","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2042193,"bill_number":"H4427","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ankita Gajendra Patel, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ankita Gajendra Patel, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4427","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2042205,"bill_number":"H4431","title":"Relative to internet gaming","description":"Relative to internet gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5269","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4431","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2042212,"bill_number":"H4429","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4601","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2042220,"bill_number":"H4425","title":"Relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease","description":"Relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4425","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2042225,"bill_number":"H4426","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Starvaski","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul Starvaski, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4426","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2042449,"bill_number":"H4433","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4433","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2042462,"bill_number":"H4436","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, December 1, 2025 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, December 1, 2025 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4436","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2042472,"bill_number":"H4434","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Charlemont","description":"Relative to providing for recall elections in the town of Charlemont. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4434","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2042485,"bill_number":"H4437","title":"Relative to the regulation of nutrient management and fertilizer in the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation of nutrient management and fertilizer in the town of Nantucket. Agriculture and Fisheries. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4437","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2042494,"bill_number":"H4441","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation to amend the charter for the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4441/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4441","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2042500,"bill_number":"H4439","title":"Providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough","description":"Relative to providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4439","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2042511,"bill_number":"H4442","title":"Authorizing Anthony Morales to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that Anthony Morales be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4442","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2042518,"bill_number":"H4435","title":"Authorizing the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4435","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2042526,"bill_number":"H4443","title":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the position of firefighter or police officer","description":"That the city of Haverhill be authorized to further regulate the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the positions of firefighter or police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4443","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2042532,"bill_number":"H4445","title":"Establishing a charter for the city of Somerville","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4264) [Local Approval Received]. August 21, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4445","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2042539,"bill_number":"H4440","title":"Authorizing the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land of the town situated in the town of Billerica for recreational purposes for the purposes of constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land of the town situated in the town of Billerica for recreational purposes for the purposes of constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5492","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4440","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2042601,"bill_number":"H4453","title":"To establish an exemption for personal vehicle value from the MassHealth asset limit","description":"For legislation to establish an exemption for personal vehicle values from the MassHealth asset limits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4453","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2042603,"bill_number":"H4454","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John C. Murphy","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John C. Murphy, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4454","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2042606,"bill_number":"H4452","title":"A Beautiful Brunch Act, the ABBA Bill","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sales and delivery of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4983","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4452","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2042613,"bill_number":"H4446","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4446","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2042619,"bill_number":"H4430","title":"Promoting agriculture resilience and sustainability","description":"Relative to agriculture resilience and sustainability. Agriculture and Fisheries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4854","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4430","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2042623,"bill_number":"H4447","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4447","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2042636,"bill_number":"H4438","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Swampscott establishing a fall annual town meeting","description":"That the town of Swampscott be authorized to establish an annual fall town meeting. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4438","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2042641,"bill_number":"H4444","title":"Relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Swampscott","description":"Relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Swampscott. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 198 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4444","sponsor":"Jennifer Balinsky Armini"},
{"bill_id":2042647,"bill_number":"H4404","title":"Relative to improved special needs transportation and student safety, \"John's Law\"","description":"Relative to improved special needs transportation and student safety, \"John's Law\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4404","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2042848,"bill_number":"H4455","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 2, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 2, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4455","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2042857,"bill_number":"H4458","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4458","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2042861,"bill_number":"H4409","title":"To facilitate student financial assistance","description":"To facilitate student financial assistance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4409","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2042862,"bill_number":"H4417","title":"Updating the juvenile justice policy and data board","description":"Updating the juvenile justice policy and data board","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4417","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2042865,"bill_number":"H4432","title":"Establishing the hospital to home partnership program","description":"Establishing the hospital to home partnership program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4432","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2042868,"bill_number":"H4406","title":"Banning legacy and donor preferences in higher education","description":"Banning legacy and donor preferences in higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4406","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2042869,"bill_number":"H4407","title":"Relative to college in high school","description":"Relative to college in high school","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4407","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2042873,"bill_number":"H4459","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Seekonk","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3913) [Local Approval Received]. August 28, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4459/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4459","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2042875,"bill_number":"H4416","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"Enhancing child welfare protections","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4644","last_action_date":"2025-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4416","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2042881,"bill_number":"H4408","title":"Establishing the hunger free campus initiative","description":"Establishing the hunger free campus initiative","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4408","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2042987,"bill_number":"H4461","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4461","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2042994,"bill_number":"H4462","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4462","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2043008,"bill_number":"S2596","title":"Relative to maintenance of private roads in the city of Gloucester","description":"For legislation relative to the appropriation and expenditure of funds for the maintenance, repair and improvement of private roads under certain conditions. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2596","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2043016,"bill_number":"S2595","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Emily Coollick","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Emily Coollick. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-05-21","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2595","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2043224,"bill_number":"S2597","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"See H4263","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2597","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":2043247,"bill_number":"H4473","title":"Authorizing the select board of the town of Arlington to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Arlington be authorized to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for 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":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4815","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4473","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2043253,"bill_number":"H4448","title":"Requiring OSHA training","description":"Requiring OSHA training","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4448","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2043259,"bill_number":"H4449","title":"Relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations","description":"Relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4449","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2043262,"bill_number":"S2588","title":"Relative to culturally competent and effective health care","description":"For legislation relative to culturally competent and effective health care, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No 2588).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2588","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2043267,"bill_number":"H4478","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Aayden Daniels","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Aayden Daniels, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4478","sponsor":"Lisa Field"},
{"bill_id":2043271,"bill_number":"H4479","title":"To rescind all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention","description":"For legislation to rescind all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5466 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4479","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2043274,"bill_number":"H4476","title":"Authorizing Kenneth Navarro to take the civil service examination for the position of fire fighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that Kenneth Navarro be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of fire fighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4476","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2043278,"bill_number":"H4477","title":"Authorizing William (Rob) Cargill to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that William (Rob) Cargill 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":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4477","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2043282,"bill_number":"H4475","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Norwood","description":"That the town of Norwood be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5289","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4475","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2043285,"bill_number":"H4450","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":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4450","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2043288,"bill_number":"H4474","title":"Relative to provisional employees of the city of Worcester and exempting certain positions from the civil service law","description":"Relative to provisional employees of the city of Worcester and exempting certain positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4474","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2043293,"bill_number":"H4451","title":"Expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers","description":"Expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4451","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2043451,"bill_number":"H4481","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4481","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2043452,"bill_number":"S2591","title":"Relative to college in high school","description":"For legislation relative to college credits while attending high school, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No.2591).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2591","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043454,"bill_number":"H4472","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4472","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2043455,"bill_number":"S2594","title":"To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to create a Green and Healthy Public College and University Building Planning Commission that will make recommendations for public higher education buildings relative to energy efficiency, spatial adequacy, life safety, accessibility, indoor environmental quality and public health, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2594).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2594","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043458,"bill_number":"S2592","title":"Relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent","description":"For legislation relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No.2592).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2592","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043460,"bill_number":"S2598","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"See H4156","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2598","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":2043461,"bill_number":"H4480","title":"Order relative to extending until Saturday, October 4, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Saturday, October 4, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4480","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2043462,"bill_number":"H4483","title":"Authorizing the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield","description":"For legislation to authorize the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5614","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4483","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2043466,"bill_number":"H4471","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4471","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2043467,"bill_number":"S2589","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to create a scholarship fund to increase the number of medical providers who are knowledgeable in autism, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2589).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2589","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043469,"bill_number":"S2593","title":"To provide reduced or free fare on public transportation for students at public institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to establish a reduce fare pilot program for students aboard South Coast Rail, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2593).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2593","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043470,"bill_number":"S2590","title":"Relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal (“The SUPER Act”)","description":"For legislation relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (“The SUPER Act”), report the accompanying bill (Senate, No.2590)..","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2590","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043471,"bill_number":"H4482","title":"Establishing a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe","description":"For legislation to establish a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4482","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2043475,"bill_number":"H4423","title":"Relative to establishing a food justice frontline","description":"Relative to establishing a food justice frontline","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4423","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043477,"bill_number":"H4457","title":"To end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth","description":"To end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4457","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2043478,"bill_number":"H4420","title":"To address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries","description":"To address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4420","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043480,"bill_number":"H4419","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the strengths and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s emergency food network","description":"Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the strengths and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s emergency food network","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Committee recommended resolve ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4419","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043481,"bill_number":"H4456","title":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors","description":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4456","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2043483,"bill_number":"H4421","title":"Establishing healthy soil performance guidelines","description":"Establishing healthy soil performance guidelines","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4421","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043484,"bill_number":"H4418","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4418","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043485,"bill_number":"H4422","title":"Prohibiting the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption","description":"Prohibiting the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4422","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043487,"bill_number":"H4424","title":"Relative to rodeos","description":"Relative to rodeos","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4424","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2043488,"bill_number":"S2600","title":"Requiring health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems","description":"For legislation to require health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2600","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2043489,"bill_number":"H4460","title":"Improving micro business and small business representation","description":"Improving micro business and small business representation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4460","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2043490,"bill_number":"S2599","title":"Providing insurance coverage for the medically necessary treatment of port-wine stains","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for the medically necessary treatment of port-wine stains. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2931","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2599","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":2043674,"bill_number":"S2603","title":"Relative to affordable car rentals","description":"Relative to affordable car rentals (Senate, No. 2637),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2603).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended see S2616","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2603","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2043679,"bill_number":"H4485","title":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, October 21, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, October 21, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4485","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2043690,"bill_number":"H4486","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 9, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 9, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4486","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2043741,"bill_number":"H4484","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 9, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, October 9, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4484","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2043760,"bill_number":"S2604","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"See H4445","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2604","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":2043811,"bill_number":"H4512","title":"Modernizing the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston","description":"Relative to modernizing the governance of port authority parks in the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4512","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2043816,"bill_number":"H4513","title":"Relative to fishing licenses for seniors","description":"Relative to fishing licenses for seniors. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4513","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2043821,"bill_number":"S2601","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to behavioral health services for children and families.","description":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to behavioral health services for children and families.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2601","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2043835,"bill_number":"H4511","title":"Reforming charter school funding in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to charter school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-07","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4511","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2043840,"bill_number":"H4514","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS)","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4514","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2043850,"bill_number":"S2602","title":"Resolve establishing the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases","description":"Resolve establishing the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2602","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2043862,"bill_number":"H4467","title":"Concerning the arrest without a warrant of persons on probation and temporary custody","description":"Concerning the arrest without a warrant of persons on probation and temporary custody","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4467","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043863,"bill_number":"H4503","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Hudson","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Hudson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H4782","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4503","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2043864,"bill_number":"H4470","title":"To implement recommendations of the Commission on structural racism in the parole process","description":"To implement recommendations of the Commission on structural racism in the parole process","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4470","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043865,"bill_number":"H4499","title":"Authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Arlington","description":"For legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Arlington. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4499","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2043866,"bill_number":"H4506","title":"Authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of fire department member Howard Boyden","description":"That the town of Conway be authorized to continue the employment of fire department member Howard Boyden. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 161 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4506","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2043867,"bill_number":"H4502","title":"Amending the town manager act of the town of Arlington","description":"For legislation to amend the town manager act of the town of Arlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4502","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2043868,"bill_number":"H4508","title":"Relative to the disability pension for Patricia M. Lampron administered by the Boston retirement board","description":"By Representative Hunt of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Boston Retirement Board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance to Patricia M. Lampron, a retired employee of the school department of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4508","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2043869,"bill_number":"H4500","title":"Authorizing the town of Concord to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within the town","description":"That the town of Concord be authorized to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4500","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2043871,"bill_number":"H4466","title":"To modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board","description":"To modernize the roles and responsibilities of the victim and witness assistance board","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4466","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043872,"bill_number":"H4465","title":"Relative to clarity and consistency for the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board","description":"Relative to clarity and consistency for the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4465","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043874,"bill_number":"H4464","title":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures","description":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4464","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043875,"bill_number":"H4505","title":"Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation to authorize the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4505","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2043876,"bill_number":"H4468","title":"To simplify the administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information","description":"To simplify the administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4468","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043877,"bill_number":"H4501","title":"Amending the town 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":"2026-05-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4501","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2043879,"bill_number":"H4509","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4509","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2043880,"bill_number":"H4498","title":"Regulating elections in the town of Conway","description":"Relative to elections in the town of Conway. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4498","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2043881,"bill_number":"H4510","title":"Relative to digital legal notices for the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to digital legal notices for the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4510","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2043882,"bill_number":"H4469","title":"Regarding probation violations","description":"Regarding probation violations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4469","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2043883,"bill_number":"H4463","title":"To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities","description":"To provide green and healthy public colleges and universities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4463","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2043884,"bill_number":"H4504","title":"Making the charter of the county on Nantucket gender neutral","description":"For legislation to make the charter of the county on Nantucket gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4504","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2043885,"bill_number":"H4507","title":"Authorizing William Pilleri to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the town of Arlington notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) that William Pilleri be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the town of Arlington notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4507","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2044065,"bill_number":"H4518","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4518","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2044073,"bill_number":"H4520","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4520","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2044079,"bill_number":"H4516","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4516","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2044085,"bill_number":"H4519","title":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, November 23, 2025 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, November 23, 2025 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4519","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2044090,"bill_number":"H4517","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4517","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2044094,"bill_number":"S2605","title":"Further regulating town elections in the town of Canton","description":"For legislation to further regulate town elections in the town of Canton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2937","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2605","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2044097,"bill_number":"S2606","title":"Relative to modernizing permitting for the transportation of certain loads","description":"For legislation to modernize permitting for the transportation of certain loads. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2872","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2606","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":2044105,"bill_number":"H4521","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kathleen Rodrigue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kathleen Rodrigue, an employees of the Chief Medical Examiner's office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4521","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2044112,"bill_number":"H4522","title":"Authorizing remote participation at town meetings and special town meetings in the Town of Concord","description":"Relative to remote participation at town meetings and special town meetings in the town of Concord. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4522","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2044113,"bill_number":"H4526","title":"Authorizing the town of North Attleborough to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of North Attleborough be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5392","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4526","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2044115,"bill_number":"H4523","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket islands land bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation and/or to the Sconset Trust, Inc. For open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land in said town to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank and to the Sconset Trust, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5639","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4523","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2044117,"bill_number":"H4525","title":"Authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of police department member Michael Habel","description":"That the town of Conway be authorized to continue the employment of police department member Michael W. Habel. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 162 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4525","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2044119,"bill_number":"H4524","title":"Changing the name of the board of selectmen in the town of Williamsburg to select board","description":"That the town of Williamsburg 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":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4524","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2044124,"bill_number":"H4530","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4530","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2044174,"bill_number":"H4531","title":"Relative to the 2026 state primary election date","description":"Relative to the 2026 state primary election date","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-09-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-09-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4531","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2044267,"bill_number":"H4532","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4532","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2044392,"bill_number":"H4487","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4487","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2044441,"bill_number":"H4527","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4527","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2044464,"bill_number":"H4540","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4540","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2044478,"bill_number":"H4541","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, October 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, October 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4541","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2044492,"bill_number":"H4535","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Aging and Independence is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Aging and Independence is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4535","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2044504,"bill_number":"S2608","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Amendment #24 (Friedman) adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2608","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2044524,"bill_number":"H4495","title":"To protect 340B providers","description":"To protect 340B providers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4495","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044529,"bill_number":"S2611","title":"Promoting passenger safety on motorcoaches","description":"For legislation to educate the public on the importance of wearing a seatbelt while riding in a vehicle carrying many passengers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2611","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2044534,"bill_number":"H4494","title":"Prohibiting PBMs from discriminating against hospitals and patients participating in the 340B drug discount program","description":"Prohibiting PBMs from discriminating against hospitals and patients participating in the 340B drug discount program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4494","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044539,"bill_number":"S2607","title":"Establishing the hospital to home partnership program","description":"For legislation to codify the Hospital to Home Partnership Program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2607).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2607","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2044545,"bill_number":"H4545","title":"Relative to PFML for bone marrow and organ donation","description":"For legislation to include bone marrow and organ donation in the paid family and medical leave program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4545","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2044550,"bill_number":"H4542","title":"Relative to making the charter of the city of Chicopee gender neutral","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2244) [Local Approval Received]. September 18, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4542","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2044556,"bill_number":"S2613","title":"Authorizing the retirement board of the city of Salem to retire Kathleen Rocheville, a police officer of the city of Salem","description":"For legislation to authorize the retirement board of the city of Salem to retire Kathleen Rocheville, a police officer of the city of Salem. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-18","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2613","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":2044561,"bill_number":"H4488","title":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers reimbursements to pharmacies in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers reimbursements to pharmacies in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4488","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044566,"bill_number":"H4543","title":"Clarifying the existing pipefitting exemption","description":"For legislation to further regulate pipefitting exemptions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4816","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4543","sponsor":"Marcus Vaughn"},
{"bill_id":2044572,"bill_number":"H4493","title":"To ensure access to prescription medication and community pharmacies","description":"To ensure access to prescription medication and community pharmacies","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4493","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044581,"bill_number":"H4489","title":"To ensure affordable prescription medications through accountability standards","description":"To ensure affordable prescription medications through accountability standards","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4489","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044586,"bill_number":"H4496","title":"To help patients and reduce health care costs by ensuring patient adherence to medications","description":"To help patients and reduce health care costs by ensuring patient adherence to medications","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4496","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044592,"bill_number":"H4492","title":"Relative to patient financial protection","description":"Relative to patient financial protection","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4492","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044598,"bill_number":"S2614","title":"Reforming charter school funding in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to reform charter school funding in Massachusetts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2614","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2044603,"bill_number":"H4497","title":"Ensuring access to specialty medications","description":"Ensuring access to specialty medications","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4497","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044608,"bill_number":"H4490","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants","description":"Prohibiting discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4490","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044613,"bill_number":"H4544","title":"Relative to Hispanic-serving institutions","description":"Relative to Hispanic-serving institutions in higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4544","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2044618,"bill_number":"H4491","title":"Relative to non-medical switching","description":"Relative to non-medical switching","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4491","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2044622,"bill_number":"S2612","title":"Providing for utility shutoff protections during periods of extreme heat","description":"For legislation to provide for utility shutoff protections during periods of extreme heat. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2612","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2044626,"bill_number":"S2616","title":"Relative to affordable car rentals","description":"Relative to affordable car rentals (Senate, No. 2616) (being the text of Senate document numbered 2603, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2044824,"bill_number":"S2609","title":"To promote social-emotional learning","description":"For legislationfor legislation to ensuring access to mental health supports in K-12 schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2609).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2609","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2044825,"bill_number":"S2610","title":"Relative to recovery high schools","description":"For legislation relative to recovery high schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2610).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2610","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2044832,"bill_number":"H4547","title":"Relative to excise upon the transfer of parking spaces in the city of Salem","description":"Relative to excise upon the transfer of parking spaces in the city of Salem. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4547","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2044872,"bill_number":"H4515","title":"Promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services","description":"Promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4515","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045008,"bill_number":"S2617","title":"Granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans","description":"By Mr. Moore, a petition of Michael O. Moore (with the approval of the city council) to grant the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2617","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2045009,"bill_number":"H4566","title":"Relative to the operation of golf carts in rural communities","description":"Relative to the operation of golf carts in certain rural communities. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4566","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2045010,"bill_number":"H4565","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marie Letendre","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marie Letendre, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2026-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4565","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2045012,"bill_number":"H4560","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4560","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2045016,"bill_number":"H4537","title":"Relative to sexual harassment","description":"Relative to sexual harassment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4537","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045017,"bill_number":"H4538","title":"Relative to preventing educator sexual misconduct and abuse of children and youth","description":"Relative to preventing educator sexual misconduct and abuse of children and youth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4538","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045018,"bill_number":"H4556","title":"Authorizing the town of Avon to appoint a town clerk","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2270) [Local Approval Received]. September 25, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4556","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2045021,"bill_number":"H4534","title":"Regularizing accounts receivable in the cannabis industry","description":"Regularizing accounts receivable in the cannabis industry","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4534","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2045024,"bill_number":"H4539","title":"Enhancing remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse","description":"Enhancing remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4539","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045025,"bill_number":"H4536","title":"To establish a DNA exception rule for victims of rape","description":"To establish a DNA exception rule for victims of rape","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4536","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045028,"bill_number":"H4533","title":"Expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis delivery","description":"Expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis delivery","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4533","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2045124,"bill_number":"S2619","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-25","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed - (M. Moran-Farley-Bouvier-Vieira), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2045239,"bill_number":"S2615","title":"An Act protecting personal security","description":"For legislation to protect personal security before a decree of a change of name, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2615).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2615","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2045242,"bill_number":"H4567","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 31, 2025 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4567","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2045247,"bill_number":"H4549","title":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","description":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5626","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4549","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045259,"bill_number":"H4568","title":"Relative to expanding access to the Family Self-Sufficiency Program in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to expand access to the family self-sufficiency program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4568","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2045262,"bill_number":"H4555","title":"To improve sickle cell care","description":"To improve sickle cell care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Accompanied H4554","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4555","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045267,"bill_number":"H4552","title":"To ensure access to scalp and facial hair prostheses for children and adults with alopecia areata","description":"To ensure access to scalp and facial hair prostheses for children and adults with alopecia areata","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4552","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045270,"bill_number":"H4554","title":"To improve sickle cell care","description":"To improve sickle cell care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4554","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045274,"bill_number":"H4550","title":"Relative to modern family building","description":"Relative to modern family building","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4550","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045275,"bill_number":"H4553","title":"Requiring coverage of medically necessary oral and dental care for head and neck cancer survivor","description":"Requiring coverage of medically necessary oral and dental care for head and neck cancer survivor","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4553","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045283,"bill_number":"H4548","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4548","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045292,"bill_number":"H4551","title":"Improving access to infertility treatment","description":"Improving access to infertility treatment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4551","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2045305,"bill_number":"H4569","title":"Relative to the temporary absence of the town manager in the city known as the town of Bridgewater","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2269) [Local Approval Received]. September 29, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4569","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2045314,"bill_number":"H4577","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Monday, January 4, 2027","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4577","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2045315,"bill_number":"H4576","title":"Authorizing the town of Eastham to impose a 3% real estate transfer fee","description":"That the town of Eastham be authorized to impose a 3% real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4576","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2045316,"bill_number":"H4575","title":"Amending the town of Arlington's means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Arlington be authorized to further regulate the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4575","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2045318,"bill_number":"H4572","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Doumy Pamera","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Doumy Pamera as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4572","sponsor":"Samantha Montano"},
{"bill_id":2045319,"bill_number":"H4574","title":"Establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Arlington","description":"For legislation to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Arlington. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4574","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2045321,"bill_number":"H4571","title":"Authorizing the town of Arlington to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators","description":"That the town of Arlington be authorized to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4571","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2045322,"bill_number":"H4570","title":"Authorizing the town of Pembroke to issue one additional license","description":"That the town of Pembroke be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4817","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4570","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2045324,"bill_number":"H4573","title":"Authorizing Sean Duffy 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 Sean Duffy 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":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4573","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2045367,"bill_number":"S2624","title":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B Of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations for 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing, 205 CMR 3.11: General Rules, and 205 CMR 3.14: Licenses, Registrations and Fees for Participants in Racing","description":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B Of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations for 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing, 205 CMR 3.11: General Rules, and 205 CMR 3.14: Licenses, Registrations and Fees for Participants in Racing","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2045559,"bill_number":"S2626","title":"Relative to the select board of the town of Berlin","description":"For legislation relative to the select board of the town of Berlin. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2626","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":2045564,"bill_number":"H4546","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","description":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4546","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2045565,"bill_number":"H4581","title":"Granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans","description":"That the city of Worcester be authorized to require the adoption of institutional master plans in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5120","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4581","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2045571,"bill_number":"H4584","title":"Regarding the appointment of Special Police Officers in the City of Malden","description":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Malden. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4584","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2045572,"bill_number":"H4582","title":"Directing the City of Boston Fire Department to waive the maximum age requirement for firefighters for Stylianos Katikakis","description":"By Representative Biele of Boston, a petition of David Biele (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that city of Boston be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for firefighters for Stylianos Katikakis. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4582","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":2045576,"bill_number":"H4583","title":"Relative to the city of Salem harbormaster and assistant harbormasters","description":"Relative to the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters in the city of Salem. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4583","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2045579,"bill_number":"H4578","title":"Authorizing Bridgewater town charter amendment for gender neutral language","description":"Relative to gender neutral language in the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4781","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4578","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2045582,"bill_number":"H4561","title":"Authorizing the town of Cohasset to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Cohasset to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4561","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2045584,"bill_number":"H4580","title":"Relative to the select board of the town of Berlin","description":"Relative to the membership of the select board of the town of Berlin. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4580","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2045588,"bill_number":"H4557","title":"Increasing the penalties for unfair and deceptive actions perpetrated against persons with disabilities and senior citizens","description":"Increasing the penalties for unfair and deceptive actions perpetrated against persons with disabilities and senior citizens","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4557","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2045591,"bill_number":"H4563","title":"Relative to suicide prevention in schools","description":"Relative to suicide prevention in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4563","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2045593,"bill_number":"H4585","title":"Authorizing the town of Auburn to offer expanded senior property tax abatements","description":"That the town of Auburn be authorized to offer expanded senior property tax abatements in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4585","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2045595,"bill_number":"H4558","title":"Establishing a commission on aging disabled adults","description":"Establishing a commission on aging disabled adults","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4558","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2045597,"bill_number":"H4579","title":"Authorizing Bridgewater Town Charter amendment Article IV, Section 4-3, Town Manager Powers of Appointment","description":"Relative to the appointment powers of the town manager of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4579","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2045604,"bill_number":"H4562","title":"Relative to healthy school lunches","description":"Relative to healthy school lunches","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4562","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2045606,"bill_number":"H4559","title":"Establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program","description":"Establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4559","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2045753,"bill_number":"S2628","title":"Providing for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Bolton","description":"By Ms. Kennedy, a petition of Robyn K. Kennedy and Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) to provide for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Bolton. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 146 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2628","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":2045756,"bill_number":"S2629","title":"Adjusting the MBTA assessment","description":"For legislation to adjust the MBTA assessment. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2783","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2629","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2045765,"bill_number":"H4586","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, November 7, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"By Representatives Decker of Cambridge and Kerans of Danvers, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-06","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4586","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2045771,"bill_number":"H4588","title":"Relative to the town of Southbridge granting additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to further regulate the granting of additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city known as the town of Southbridge. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5096","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4588","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2045783,"bill_number":"S2622","title":"Relative to language access and inclusion","description":"For legislation relative to language access and inclusion, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2622).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2622","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2045806,"bill_number":"H4589","title":"Authorizing the town of Ludlow to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"That the town of Ludlow be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4589","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2045927,"bill_number":"H4587","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David A. Russell, an employee of the Department of Corrections (DOC)","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David A. Russell, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4587","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
{"bill_id":2045932,"bill_number":"H4593","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, November 7, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, November 7, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4593","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2045935,"bill_number":"H4594","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4594","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2045940,"bill_number":"S2621","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 Massachusetts National Guard and general veterans matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to ensure the safety of the Commonwealth by not authorizing any part of the organized militia or national guard personnel on state active duty, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2621).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2621","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2045944,"bill_number":"H4592","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, November 14, 2025 the time within which the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, November 14, 2025 the time within which the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4592","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2045959,"bill_number":"S2637","title":"Increasing first assistant clerks in Berkshire County","description":"For legislation to increase first assistant clerks in Berkshire County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2637","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":2045969,"bill_number":"S2638","title":"Relative to retirement pension notarizations","description":"For legislation relative to retirement pension notarizations. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2786","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2638","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2045985,"bill_number":"S2636","title":"Establishing the cosmetology licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish compact agreements between certain states allowing cosmetology licensees to move freely between member states. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3063","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2636","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2045993,"bill_number":"S2639","title":"Authorizing automated curb enforcement and improving parking violation procedures","description":"For legislation to authorize automated curb enforcement and improving parking violation procedures. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2639","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2046021,"bill_number":"S2627","title":"Allowing the town of Somerset to prohibit water fluoridation","description":"For legislation to allow the town of Somerset to prohibit water fluoridation. Public Health. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2627","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":2046070,"bill_number":"H4595","title":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, November 23, 2025 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, November 23, 2025 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4595","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2046085,"bill_number":"S2635","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Barnstable to use red lights on certain emergency response vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize the city known as the town of Barnstable to use red lights on certain emergency response vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2635","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2046099,"bill_number":"S2634","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to advanced information technology, the internet and cybersecurity matters","description":"For legislation to protect against cyber ransom, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2634).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2634","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046121,"bill_number":"S2620","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"For legislation relative to advance the profession of commercial interior design, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2620).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3107","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2620","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2046122,"bill_number":"H4591","title":"To create a Merrimack River Collaborative","description":"To create a Merrimack River Collaborative","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4591","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2046124,"bill_number":"S2642","title":"Updating the Move Over Law","description":"Relative to the Move Over Law (Senate, No. 2547),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2642).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2653","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2642","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2046125,"bill_number":"H4597","title":"To ensure economic opportunity related to alcohol licenses","description":"Relative to licenses for off premises retail of alcoholic beverages located near other off premises licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5306","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4597","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2046127,"bill_number":"S2644","title":"To promote energy conservation in residential buildings","description":"For legislation to promote energy conservation in residential buildings through the installation of energy-conserving windows. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2644","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":2046130,"bill_number":"S2640","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","description":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2640","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2046131,"bill_number":"H4564","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to state agency language access and inclusion and removing certain accessibility restrictions on public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H3393","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4564","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2046133,"bill_number":"S2641","title":"Relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure","description":"Relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure (Senate, No. 1483),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2641).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2641","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2046241,"bill_number":"H4600","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4600/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4600","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2046245,"bill_number":"H4604","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Luisa Fernandes","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Luisa Fernandes as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4604","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2046247,"bill_number":"S2623","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"For legislation to promote community immunity, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2623).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2623","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2046250,"bill_number":"S2648","title":"Changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board","description":"For legislation to change the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Consolidated with H4621","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2648","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":2046252,"bill_number":"H4602","title":"Relative to the Monson select board","description":"That the town of Monson be authorized to increase the membership of the select board of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4602","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2046255,"bill_number":"H4598","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, October 22, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, October 22, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4598","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2046259,"bill_number":"H4603","title":"Permitting the city of Revere to establish penalties and liens for noise ordinance violations","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to establish penalties and liens for noise ordinance violations. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4603","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2046263,"bill_number":"S2649","title":"Relative to host community agreements","description":"For legislation relative to host community agreements. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2889","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2649","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2046264,"bill_number":"H4601","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4615","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4601/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4601","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2046266,"bill_number":"H4605","title":"Authorizing the town of Millis to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for school building construction projects","description":"That the town of Millis be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for school building construction projects. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4605/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4605","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2046424,"bill_number":"S2643","title":"Authorizing the city of Taunton to continue the employment of Edward J. Walsh as chief of police in the city of Taunton","description":"Authorizing the city of Taunton to continue the employment of Edward J. Walsh as chief of police in the city of Taunton","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2643","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2046454,"bill_number":"H4590","title":"To improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities","description":"To improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4590","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2046456,"bill_number":"H4596","title":"Establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators","description":"Establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4596/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4596","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046478,"bill_number":"H4606","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 18, 2025 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 18, 2025 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4606/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4606","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2046493,"bill_number":"S2651","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Yacinthe","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Yacinthe, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"New draft (Payano) substituted, see S2799","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2651","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2046577,"bill_number":"H4599","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for children in foster care","description":"Establishing a bill of rights for children in foster care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4599","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2046593,"bill_number":"H4614","title":"In relation to James J. O'Neil Park","description":"That the city of Lawrence be authorized to transfer a certain parcel of park land at the James J. O'Neil Park in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-15","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5531","last_action_date":"2026-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4614/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4614","sponsor":"Estela Reyes"},
{"bill_id":2046645,"bill_number":"S2633","title":"Relative to AI-generated child sexual abuse material","description":"For legislation relative to AI-generated child sexual abuse material, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2633).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2633","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046647,"bill_number":"S2632","title":"Relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making","description":"For legislation relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2632).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2632","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046652,"bill_number":"S2650","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to federal child labor constitutional amendment.","description":"For legislation to support ratification of Federal Child Labor Constitutional Amendment, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2650).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2650","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2046656,"bill_number":"S2645","title":"Establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2645).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Accompanied H4706","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2645","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2046660,"bill_number":"S2631","title":"To protect against election misinformation","description":"For legislation relative to deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes in election communications, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2631).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2631","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046672,"bill_number":"S2652","title":"Authorizing the city of Taunton to establish a separate billing rate for water supplied to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Taunton to establish a separate billing rate for water supplied to manufactured housing communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2652","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2046676,"bill_number":"S2630","title":"Promoting economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety","description":"For legislation to promote economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2630).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2630","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2046683,"bill_number":"H4607","title":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine","description":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5443","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4607/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4607","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2046685,"bill_number":"H4609","title":"Measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth","description":"Measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4609","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2046690,"bill_number":"H4622","title":"To protect the lives of student athletes; Freddy’s law","description":"For legislation to authorize electrocardiogram screenings prior to participation in interscholastic athletic competitions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5046","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4622/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4622","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2046694,"bill_number":"H4608","title":"To improve access to health care for people with Long COVID","description":"To improve access to health care for people with Long COVID","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4608/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4608","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2046696,"bill_number":"H4621","title":"Changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board","description":"Relative to changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4621/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4621","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2046700,"bill_number":"H4615","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 4601, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. October 15, 2025.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-15","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4761","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4615/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2046702,"bill_number":"H4624","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeanne McCarron","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jeanne McCarron, an employee of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4624/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4624","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2046706,"bill_number":"H4625","title":"Establishing Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day","description":"By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michelle L. Badger for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate October 15th as lobular breast cancer awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4625","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2046709,"bill_number":"H4623","title":"Increasing access to ABA services by recognizing assistant level providers","description":"Relative to Medicaid coverage for autism treatment and assistive technologies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-11","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4623","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":2046766,"bill_number":"S2653","title":"Updating the Move Over Law","description":"Updating the Move Over Law","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - 157 YEAS to 0 NAYS (See YEA and NAY No. 258 )","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2047061,"bill_number":"H4631","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4631","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2047062,"bill_number":"H4643","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4643/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4643","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047063,"bill_number":"H4644","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"Enhancing child welfare protections","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-22","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4646","last_action_date":"2025-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4644","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047064,"bill_number":"H4611","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","description":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4611/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4611","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2047065,"bill_number":"H4630","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4630","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2047066,"bill_number":"H4617","title":"To remove barriers to patient care","description":"To remove barriers to patient care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4617/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4617","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2047067,"bill_number":"S2657","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-06-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2968","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2657","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":2047068,"bill_number":"H4642","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4672","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4642","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2047069,"bill_number":"H4628","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4628","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2047070,"bill_number":"H4616","title":"Improving the health insurance prior authorization process","description":"Improving the health insurance prior authorization process","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4616/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4616","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2047071,"bill_number":"H4620","title":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4620/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4620","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2047072,"bill_number":"H4610","title":"To study the decriminalization of sex work","description":"To study the decriminalization of sex work","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4610/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4610","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2047073,"bill_number":"H4618","title":"To promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement","description":"To promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4618/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4618","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2047074,"bill_number":"H4613","title":"Relative to culturally competent and effective health care","description":"Relative to culturally competent and effective health care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4613/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4613","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2047075,"bill_number":"H4629","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4629","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2047076,"bill_number":"H4632","title":"Authorizing the town of Billerica to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer","description":"That the town of Billerica be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4632","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":2047077,"bill_number":"S2655","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Amendment #55 (Miranda) adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2655","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047078,"bill_number":"S2625","title":"Providing for the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy","description":"Providing for the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2625/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2625","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2047079,"bill_number":"H4612","title":"Relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force","description":"Relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4612/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4612","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2047080,"bill_number":"H4619","title":"To protect health care consumers from surprise billing","description":"To protect health care consumers from surprise billing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4619","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2047081,"bill_number":"S2656","title":"Precept setting forth the Special Election to fill the vacancy of the First Middlesex Senatorial District","description":"Relative to a precept setting forth the Special Election to fill the vacancy of the First Middlesex Senatorial District","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Rules suspended and adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2656","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":2047082,"bill_number":"H4627","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, November 20, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4627","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2047083,"bill_number":"H4626","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4626","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2047084,"bill_number":"H4645","title":"Relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker","description":"Relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4645","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":2047142,"bill_number":"S2666","title":"Establishing Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to establish Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2666","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2047176,"bill_number":"S2665","title":"To notify employees of an I-9 audit","description":"For legislation to require employers to notify current employees of an I-9 employment eligibility verification form, or other employment records, within 72 hours of receiving the notice from a government agency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Accompanied H5316","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2665","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2047217,"bill_number":"H4648","title":"Relative to the purchase or lease of certain property known as Fenn Farm in the town of Stockbridge","description":"Relative to the purchase or lease of a certain property known as Fenn Farm. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4648","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2047234,"bill_number":"H4647","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amy Tanguay","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amy Tanguay, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4647","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2047255,"bill_number":"H4646","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"House bill No. 4644, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. October 22, 2025.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-22","last_action":"Reported by H5629","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2047281,"bill_number":"H4633","title":"Relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes","description":"Relative to restraining orders as they pertain to hate crimes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4633/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4633","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047283,"bill_number":"H4637","title":"Relative to civil rights and technology","description":"Relative to civil rights and technology","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5444","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4637/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4637","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047285,"bill_number":"H4639","title":"For uniform fiduciary access to digital assets","description":"For uniform fiduciary access to digital assets","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4639","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047288,"bill_number":"H4636","title":"To advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender","description":"To advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4636/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4636","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047290,"bill_number":"H4634","title":"To protect the privacy of 911 callers","description":"To protect the privacy of 911 callers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4634/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4634","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047292,"bill_number":"H4638","title":"Relative to the free flow of information","description":"Relative to the free flow of information","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4638","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047295,"bill_number":"H4641","title":"Relating to seizure disorders in schools","description":"Relating to seizure disorders in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4641","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2047297,"bill_number":"H4640","title":"To implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology","description":"To implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4640","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047299,"bill_number":"H4635","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws","description":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and by-laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4635/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4635","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2047472,"bill_number":"H4654","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4654","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2047477,"bill_number":"S2670","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"See H4615","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2047482,"bill_number":"H4649","title":"Establishing a special commission on micro-transit","description":"Establishing a special commission on micro-transit","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4649","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2047485,"bill_number":"H4650","title":"Relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal","description":"Relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4650","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2047490,"bill_number":"H4661","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert 1 seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and to convert 1 seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of wine and malt beverages and cordials to be drunk on the premises","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage licenses in the city of Salem. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5097","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4661","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2047493,"bill_number":"H4662","title":"Amending Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2008 authorizing the city of Salem to convert 1 annual license for the sale of wine, malt and cordial beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage licenses in the city of Salem. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5098","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4662","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2047497,"bill_number":"H4651","title":"Reducing the cost of attending college","description":"Reducing the cost of attending college","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4651","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2047504,"bill_number":"H4663","title":"Authorizing the Town of Milford Select Board to appoint a highway surveyor","description":"By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) that the select board of the town of Milford be authorized to appoint a highway surveyor in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4663","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2047508,"bill_number":"H4652","title":"Relative to higher education financial literacy counseling","description":"Relative to higher education financial literacy counseling","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4652","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2047515,"bill_number":"H4653","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"Protecting public higher education student information","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4653","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2047531,"bill_number":"S2668","title":"Relative to the Monson select board","description":"For legislation to the increase the membership of the select board of the town of Monson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2892","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2668","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2047557,"bill_number":"H4670","title":"Relative to personal financial literacy education","description":"Relative to personal financial literacy education","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4670/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4670","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047572,"bill_number":"H4671","title":"Expanding student access to the state seal of biliteracy","description":"Expanding student access to the state seal of biliteracy","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4671","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047587,"bill_number":"H4672","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy.","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4683","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4672","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2047744,"bill_number":"H4655","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, November 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, November 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4655","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2047806,"bill_number":"S2647","title":"To study single-stair residential buildings","description":"For legislation to study single-stair residential buildings, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2647).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2647","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2048353,"bill_number":"H4657","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to issue four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to issue four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4657","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2048897,"bill_number":"H4659","title":"Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings","description":"Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4659","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2049985,"bill_number":"H4658","title":"Establishing parking cash-out","description":"Establishing parking cash-out","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4658","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2050499,"bill_number":"H4656","title":"To preserve family and sibling bonds for children in foster care","description":"To preserve family and sibling bonds for children in foster care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4656","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2051075,"bill_number":"S2681","title":"Establishing safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks","description":"For legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3075","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2681","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2051077,"bill_number":"S2678","title":"Validating the proceedings at the Millbury annual town meeting","description":"Validating the proceedings at the Millbury annual town meeting","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2051079,"bill_number":"S2680","title":"To improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites","description":"For legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3074","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2680","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2051082,"bill_number":"S2654","title":"Expanding access to trails for people of all abilities.","description":"For legislation to expand access to trails for people of all abilities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2654).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2654","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2051085,"bill_number":"S2679","title":"Relative to elected and appointed officials of the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to elected and appointed officials of the town of Plymouth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"New draft substituted (Fernandes), see S2925","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2051087,"bill_number":"S2674","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to reduce lottery littering, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2674).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2674","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2051089,"bill_number":"S2677","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to further regulate THC potency limits for certain types of marijuana, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2677).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2677","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2051091,"bill_number":"H4682","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, November 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, November 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4682","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2051103,"bill_number":"S2676","title":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","description":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2709","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2676","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051117,"bill_number":"H4685","title":"Requiring local approval for battery storage facility permitting","description":"Relative to battery storage facility permitting and penalties for noncompliance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5353 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4685","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2051125,"bill_number":"H4689","title":"Establishing buffer zones for battery storage facilities","description":"For legislation to establish buffer zones for battery storage facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4689","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2051131,"bill_number":"S2686","title":"RESOLUTIONS CALLING ON THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO RELEASE CONTINGENCY FUNDS FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR THE DURATION OF THE ONGOING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN","description":"RESOLUTIONS CALLING ON THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO RELEASE CONTINGENCY FUNDS FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR THE DURATION OF THE ONGOING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2688","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2686","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":2051140,"bill_number":"H4688","title":"Making August 10th Agent Orange Awareness Day in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to designate August 10th as Agent Orange awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5028","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4688","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2051147,"bill_number":"H4683","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy","description":"House bill No. 4672, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. October 29, 2025.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Reported by H5511","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2051155,"bill_number":"S2675","title":"Clarifying the duties of the adjutant general","description":"Clarifying the duties of the adjutant general","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2708","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2675","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051162,"bill_number":"H4687","title":"Relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years","description":"Relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5569","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4687","sponsor":"Steven Owens"},
{"bill_id":2051170,"bill_number":"H4691","title":"Establishing an Orange Star license plate for veterans exposed to Agent Orange","description":"Relative to establishing an Orange Star license plate for veterans exposed to Agent Orange. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4691","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2051177,"bill_number":"H4692","title":"Resolutions rescinding previous Article V Convention applications","description":"By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and Cynthia Stone Creem for the adoption of resolutions to rescind all prior Article V Constitutional Convention applications. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Adopted -see  Roll Call #106 (Yeas 34 to Nays 4)","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4692","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2051185,"bill_number":"S2682","title":"Requiring equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs","description":"For legislation to require equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2682/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2682","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2051192,"bill_number":"H4684","title":"Ensuring law enforcement identification and public trust","description":"Relative to penalties for law enforcement officers wearing masks or personal disguises while interacting with the public in the performance of their duties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4684","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2051200,"bill_number":"H4690","title":"Establishing a temporary moratorium on the siting of lithium battery storage facilities","description":"Relative to lithium battery storage facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5323","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4690","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2051208,"bill_number":"S2684","title":"Resolutions rescinding previous Article V convention applications","description":"By Ms. Creem and Ms. Peisch, of Wellesley a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cynthia Stone Creem and Alice Hanlon Peisch for resolutions to rescind all prior Article V Constitutional Convention applications. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Accompanied H4692","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2684/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2684","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":2051215,"bill_number":"H4664","title":"Relative to notice of activation of the Massachusetts National Guard within the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to notice of activation of the Massachusetts National Guard within the Commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4664","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2051229,"bill_number":"H4660","title":"Relative to a certain parcel of land in the town of Norton","description":"Relative to a certain parcel of land in the town of Norton","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5561","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4660","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2051236,"bill_number":"S2683","title":"Eliminating predatory transportation pricing of school districts","description":"For legislation to eliminate predatory transportation pricing of school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2792","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2683/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2683","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2051242,"bill_number":"H4686","title":"Relative to Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to research topical steroid addiction and Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-03-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4686/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4686","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2051249,"bill_number":"S2688","title":"RESOLUTIONS CALLING ON THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO RELEASE CONTINGENCY FUNDS FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR THE DURATION OF THE ONGOING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN","description":"RESOLUTIONS CALLING ON THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO RELEASE CONTINGENCY FUNDS FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR THE DURATION OF THE ONGOING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2688/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2051255,"bill_number":"H4693","title":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","description":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4750","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4693","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2051369,"bill_number":"S2687","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to environment and natural resources 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 legislation relative to the costs imposed upon the municipal and district ratepayers due to public drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems capital upgrades, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2687).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2687/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2687","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2051372,"bill_number":"H4697","title":"Relative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs","description":"Relative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5530 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4697","sponsor":"Jeffrey Turco"},
{"bill_id":2051376,"bill_number":"S2659","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish compliance with federal education reporting requirements for out of home placement students, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2659).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Accompanied H4646","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2659","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2051379,"bill_number":"H4696","title":"Establishing a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors","description":"For legislation to establish to a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4696","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2051382,"bill_number":"S2693","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"See H4149","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2693/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2693","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2051384,"bill_number":"H4698","title":"Authorizing the state board of retirement board to provide for the payment of retirement benefits to Dale R. Kiley","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Dale R. Kiley, a retired state trooper. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5423 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4698","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2051407,"bill_number":"H4702","title":"Exempting the positions of police lieutenant and police sergeant in the city of Leominster from the civil service law","description":"By Representative Higgins of Leominster and Senator Cronin, a joint petition of Natalie M. Higgins and John J. Cronin (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the positions of police lieutenant and police sergeant in the city of Leominster be exempt from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 156 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4702","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":2051418,"bill_number":"S2694","title":"Promoting fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles","description":"For legislation to promote fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2694","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":2051427,"bill_number":"H4700","title":"Authorizing the town of Truro to regulate the use of pesticides","description":"That the town of Truro be authorized to regulate the use of pesticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4700","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2051437,"bill_number":"H4701","title":"Authorizing the town of Orange to increase the membership of the Board of Selectmen","description":"That the town of Orange be authorized to increase the membership of the board of selectmen of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4701","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2051455,"bill_number":"H4703","title":"Authorizing the town of Truro to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"That the town of Truro be authorized to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4703","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2051459,"bill_number":"H4679","title":"Authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning land","description":"Relativerelative to land.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4679/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4679","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2051463,"bill_number":"H4675","title":"Preventing animal cruelty","description":"Preventing animal cruelty","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4675/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4675","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2051465,"bill_number":"H4681","title":"Protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights","description":"Protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4681/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4681","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2051468,"bill_number":"H4665","title":"Relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive framework","description":"Relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive framework","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4665/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4665","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2051470,"bill_number":"H4674","title":"Protecting employee free speech","description":"Protecting employee free speech","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4674/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4674","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2051473,"bill_number":"H4673","title":"Protecting first responders and enhancing access to behavioral health centers","description":"Protecting first responders and enhancing access to behavioral health centers","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4673","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2051475,"bill_number":"H4676","title":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases","description":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4676/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4676","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2051479,"bill_number":"H4680","title":"Authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning land","description":"Relativerelative to land.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4680/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4680","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2051481,"bill_number":"H4678","title":"Authorizing the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning internet slander","description":"Relativerelative to internet slander.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4678/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4678","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2051495,"bill_number":"H4705","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2616","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4705","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051505,"bill_number":"H4706","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"To improve Massachusetts home care","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Brownsberger-Jehlen-Fattman), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4706","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051518,"bill_number":"H4704","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2563","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4704","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051656,"bill_number":"S2695","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jonathan Cadigan, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jonathan Cadigan, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-10-02","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2695","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2051661,"bill_number":"H4713","title":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Concord","description":"Relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Concord. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4713","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2051667,"bill_number":"H4666","title":"Expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings","description":"Expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4666/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4666","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2051671,"bill_number":"H4668","title":"To establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund","description":"To establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4668/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4668","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2051677,"bill_number":"H4669","title":"Relative to studying and improving the continuum of care for persons with mental health, substance use and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders","description":"Relative to studying and improving the continuum of care for persons with mental health, substance use and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4669","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2051684,"bill_number":"H4667","title":"Building resilience and increasing access to mental health services","description":"Building resilience and increasing access to mental health services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4667","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2051750,"bill_number":"H4715","title":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, December 7, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Sunday, December 7, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4715","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2051769,"bill_number":"H4722","title":"Promoting fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles","description":"Relative to taxes for zero-emission vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4722","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2051771,"bill_number":"S2698","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 policy matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to support access to practical nursing programs in vocational schools, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2698).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2698/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2698","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2051773,"bill_number":"H4723","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Chelmsford as the Ferreira Brothers Bridge","description":"By Representatives Arciero of Westford and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James Arciero that a certain bridge on Gorham Street in the town of Chelmsford be designated as the Ferreira brothers bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4723","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2051776,"bill_number":"H4717","title":"Relative to the annual town meeting for the town of Orange","description":"Relative to the annual town meeting for the town of Orange. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4717","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2051780,"bill_number":"S2699","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate documents relative to community development","description":"For legislation for community housing packages, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2699).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2699","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2051784,"bill_number":"H4716","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Pittsfield","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the city of Pittsfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4716","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":2051787,"bill_number":"S2701","title":"To protect assisted living residents from unfair and deceptive billing practices","description":"For legislation to protect assisted living residents from unfair and deceptive billing practices. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-08-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2701/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2701","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":2051791,"bill_number":"H4694","title":"Relative to increasing affordable and public housing options","description":"Relative to increasing affordable and public housing options","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4694/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4694","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2051793,"bill_number":"H4718","title":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for police officers in the city of Newton","description":"Relative to the maximum age requirement for police officers in the city of Newton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4718","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2051801,"bill_number":"S2669","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the creation of a municipal licensing commission, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2669).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2669/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2669","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2051804,"bill_number":"H4719","title":"To create HVAC construction supervisor licensing for small businesses","description":"For legislation to create HVAC construction supervisor licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5341","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4719","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2051806,"bill_number":"S2673","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"See H4282","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2673/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2673","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":2051808,"bill_number":"H4721","title":"Relative to the board of water commissioners of the Dalton fire district","description":"Relative to the board of water commissioners of the Dalton fire district. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4721","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2051814,"bill_number":"S2667","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to regulate bodyworks, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2667).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2667/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2667","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2051817,"bill_number":"S2658","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 commissions and harm reduction.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a special commission to study the prevention of heroin trafficking, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2658).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2658","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2051819,"bill_number":"H4699","title":"To study single-stair residential buildings","description":"To study single-stair residential buildings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4699/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4699","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2051822,"bill_number":"H4695","title":"To expand housing opportunities through homesharing","description":"To expand housing opportunities through homesharing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4695/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4695","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2051828,"bill_number":"H4707","title":"Allowing movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units","description":"Allowing movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4707","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2051832,"bill_number":"H4677","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to professional licensure, liquor licenses and safety.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4677/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4677","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2051834,"bill_number":"H4720","title":"Relative to the Athol-Royalston Regional School District Financial Stability Fund","description":"Relative to the Athol-Royalston Regional School District Financial Stability Fund. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4720","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2051836,"bill_number":"S2696","title":"Regarding free expression","description":"Regarding free expression","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2726","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2696/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2696","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051844,"bill_number":"S2697","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"See H4645","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2697/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2697","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2051939,"bill_number":"S2708","title":"Clarifying the duties of the adjutant general","description":"Clarifying the duties of the adjutant general","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2051956,"bill_number":"S2709","title":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","description":"To enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military connected families","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2052096,"bill_number":"S2663","title":"To regulate hemp-derived beverages like alcohol","description":"For legislation to regulate Hemp-derived beverages by imposing a fine if a person that is involved in establishing or maintaining an infused beverage manufacturing operation without an endorsement granted by the commission, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2663).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2663","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052098,"bill_number":"S2664","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2664).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2664/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2664","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052100,"bill_number":"S2711","title":"Relative to the commission on LGBTQ aging","description":"Relativerelative to the commission on LGBTQ aging\" (Senate, No. 2711)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2711","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":2052105,"bill_number":"S2662","title":"Expanding wheelchair warranty protections for consumers with disabilities","description":"For legislation to expand wheelchair warranty protections for consumers with disabilities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2662).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2662","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052107,"bill_number":"S2710","title":"Addressing challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections","description":"Addressing challenges facing public libraries and digital resource collections","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2710","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":2052109,"bill_number":"S2712","title":"Relative to the town of Yarmouth Division of Natural Resources employees","description":"For legislation relative to the town of Yarmouth Division of Natural Resources employees. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2712","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2052111,"bill_number":"S2660","title":"Relative to toxic free kids","description":"For legislation to eliminate harmful chemicals from children's products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2660).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2660","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052112,"bill_number":"S2661","title":"Relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits","description":"For legislation relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2661).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2661","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052120,"bill_number":"H4742","title":"Authorizing the town of Pelham to continue the employment of Gary L. Thomann as police chief","description":"That the town of Pelham be authorized to continue the employment of Gary L. Thomann as police chief in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5423 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4742","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2052122,"bill_number":"H4710","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to vehicle registration and dealers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4710/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4710","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052125,"bill_number":"H4739","title":"Relative to the operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull","description":"Relative to the operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5121","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4739","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2052131,"bill_number":"H4708","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to sales tax exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4708/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4708","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2052133,"bill_number":"H4736","title":"Relative to protecting the public from street takeovers","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for reckless or negligent operation of a vehicle and hindering the movement of other vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4736","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":2052137,"bill_number":"H4709","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4709/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4709","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2052140,"bill_number":"H4712","title":"Authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents relative to banking","description":"Authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents relative to banking","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4712/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4712","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2052143,"bill_number":"H4714","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to menstrual products and the Division of Highways.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H3370","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4714","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2052149,"bill_number":"H4738","title":"Regarding special meetings of the Holyoke City Council","description":"Relative to special meetings of the city council of the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4738","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2052152,"bill_number":"S2714","title":"Studying discrimination in public accommodation for individuals with service animals","description":"For legislation to study discrimination in public accommodation for individuals with service animals. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2714/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2714","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":2052155,"bill_number":"H4741","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Edny Joseph","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Edny Joseph as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4741","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2052159,"bill_number":"H4711","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to professional licensure matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4711/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4711","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052163,"bill_number":"H4737","title":"Relative to veterinary youth day","description":"By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate May 2 as veterinary youth day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5183","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4737","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2052166,"bill_number":"H4740","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Ryan Cazeau","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Ryan Cazeau as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4740","sponsor":"Bill MacGregor"},
{"bill_id":2052320,"bill_number":"S2685","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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2685).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2685/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2685","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2052352,"bill_number":"S2671","title":"To end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to end housing discrimination in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2671).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2947","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2671/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2671","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052356,"bill_number":"S2716","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Rockland","description":"Amending the charter of the town of Rockland","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2716/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2716","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2052359,"bill_number":"S2719","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"See H4243","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2719/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2719","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2052363,"bill_number":"H4743","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4743","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2052366,"bill_number":"S2718","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to environment and natural resources matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to create the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2718).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2718/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2718","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2052369,"bill_number":"S2702","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the endowment match program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2702).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2702/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2702","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2052375,"bill_number":"S2672","title":"Relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact","description":"For legislation relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2672).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2672/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2672","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052378,"bill_number":"S2700","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Wareham","description":"Amending the charter of the town of Wareham","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2700/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2700","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2052381,"bill_number":"S2717","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to EMS leave without loss of pay, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2717).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2717/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2717","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2052383,"bill_number":"S2704","title":"Assisting low-income students success through work-study","description":"For legislation to assist low-income students success through work-study, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2704).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2704/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2704","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2052408,"bill_number":"H4747","title":"Relative to the New Bedford Police Association","description":"Relative to benefit payments by the New Bedford Police Association. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5423 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4747","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2052423,"bill_number":"H4729","title":"Promoting radon testing","description":"Promoting radon testing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4729","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2052431,"bill_number":"H4730","title":"Establishing a Naloxone Purchase Trust fund","description":"Establishing a Naloxone Purchase Trust fund","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4730","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2052439,"bill_number":"H4748","title":"To allow an additional all alcohol beverages package store license for 233 Broad Street","description":"That the town of Bridgewater 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":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5342","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4748","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2052454,"bill_number":"S2722","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Amendment #53 (Collins) rejected","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2722/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2722","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2052461,"bill_number":"H4744","title":"Relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness","description":"Relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5151","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4744","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2052469,"bill_number":"H4728","title":"Relative to monitoring dry casks of spent nuclear fuel","description":"Relative to monitoring dry casks of spent nuclear fuel","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4728","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2052476,"bill_number":"S2703","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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2703).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2703/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2703","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2052607,"bill_number":"S2724","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"See H4363","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2724","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2052645,"bill_number":"S2723","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"See H4362","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2723/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2723","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2052756,"bill_number":"S2690","title":"To improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education; and of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a commission to examine expanding vocational and technical high school access, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2690).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2690/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2690","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2052757,"bill_number":"S2728","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to environment and natural resources matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to set NDMA levels, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2728).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2728/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2728","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2052761,"bill_number":"S2689","title":"To promote inclusive curriculum in schools","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to celebrate and teach Native American culture and history, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2689).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2689/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2689","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2052762,"bill_number":"H4750","title":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","description":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4769","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4750","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2052765,"bill_number":"S2732","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":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2732","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2052770,"bill_number":"S2692","title":"Relative to healthy school lunches","description":"For legislation relative to healthy school lunches, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2692).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2692/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2692","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2052773,"bill_number":"S2726","title":"Regarding free expression","description":"Regarding free expression","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 189 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2052778,"bill_number":"S2727","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish voluntary campaign finance expenditure caps for candidates seeking statewide elective offices, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2727).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2727","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2052787,"bill_number":"H4726","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle negligence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4726/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4726","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052792,"bill_number":"H4724","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle titling and e-signatures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4724/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4724","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052795,"bill_number":"H4732","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to dog kennels, sales of animals and municipal building.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4732/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4732","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2052800,"bill_number":"H4735","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to registration of recreation vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4735","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052804,"bill_number":"H4745","title":"Promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth","description":"Promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4745","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2052808,"bill_number":"H4753","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":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4753","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2052811,"bill_number":"H4746","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2052815,"bill_number":"H4731","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to a special commission to study certain foods and food additives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4731","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2052817,"bill_number":"H4752","title":"Permitting the city of Revere to establish penalties and liens for rooming house & certificates of fitness ordinance violations","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to establish penalties and liens for rooming house and certificates of fitness ordinance violations. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4752","sponsor":"Jessica Giannino"},
{"bill_id":2052821,"bill_number":"H4725","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to spare tires.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4725","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052824,"bill_number":"H4734","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to recreational vehicle training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4734/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4734","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052828,"bill_number":"H4754","title":"Relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the Town of Auburn","description":"Relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the town of Auburn. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4754","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2052834,"bill_number":"H4751","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4751","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2052836,"bill_number":"H4761","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 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 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4615), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4761).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2052840,"bill_number":"H4733","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to liquor licenses, licensure, fees, gambling and other matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4733/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4733","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2052847,"bill_number":"H4755","title":"Amending the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in the town of Sudbury","description":"For legislation to further regulate the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in the town of Sudbury. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4755","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2052849,"bill_number":"H4727","title":"Golf Carts","description":"Golf Carts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4727/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4727","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2052983,"bill_number":"H4763","title":"Validating the results of the annual election held in the town of Bourne on May 20, 2025","description":"Relative to validating the results of the annual election held in the town of Bourne on May 20, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2052995,"bill_number":"H4765","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-18","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2141","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4765","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2053004,"bill_number":"H4764","title":"Relative to successor supplier laws and the termination of sales to wholesalers of alcoholic beverages","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4281). November 18, 2025.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4764","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2053010,"bill_number":"H4766","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-18","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2576","last_action_date":"2025-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4766","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2053017,"bill_number":"H4767","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Friedman-Lovely-Dooner), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4767","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2053029,"bill_number":"H4768","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4768","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2053180,"bill_number":"S2721","title":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","description":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2721/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2721","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053188,"bill_number":"S2736","title":"Relative to the Maggie Hubbard rental safety act","description":"Relative to inspections of buildings or structures occupied in short-term rentals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-06-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2736/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2736","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2053194,"bill_number":"S2735","title":"Dissolving the North Carver water district","description":"Dissolving the North Carver water district","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2735/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2735","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2053202,"bill_number":"H4769","title":"To build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation","description":"House bill No. 4750, as amended and as adopted by the House. November 18, 2025.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-18","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Comerford-Rush-Dooner), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2053208,"bill_number":"S2737","title":"Relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-07-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2737/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2737","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2053220,"bill_number":"S2706","title":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors.","description":"For legislation to expand licensure opportunity for school counselors, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2706).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2706/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2706","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2053228,"bill_number":"S2705","title":"Allowing the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to allow the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2705).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2705/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2705","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2053234,"bill_number":"S2715","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on the Dover amendment.","description":"Relative to the use and effectiveness of the zoning approval process of educational uses under the so-called Dover amendment, report the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2715).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2715/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2715","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2053248,"bill_number":"H4770","title":"Relative to a CHIA analysis of co-pays for mental and behavioral health services","description":"By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adam J. Scanlon that the Center for Health Information and Analysis be authorized to conduct an analysis of eliminating or capping co-pays for mental and behavioral health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4770","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2053254,"bill_number":"S2720","title":"Banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet shops","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2720).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3014","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2720/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2720","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053274,"bill_number":"S2738","title":"Addressing rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents","description":"For legislation to address rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2919","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2738/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2738","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2053279,"bill_number":"S2739","title":"Relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program","description":"For legislation relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2920","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2739/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2739","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2053290,"bill_number":"H4772","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in certain parcels of land to the city of Lowell.","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in certain parcels of land to the city of Lowell.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2025","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4772","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2053293,"bill_number":"H4757","title":"Promoting housing opportunities and access","description":"Promoting housing opportunities and access","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4757","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
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{"bill_id":2053296,"bill_number":"H4759","title":"Relative to modernizing Chapter 40R","description":"Relative to modernizing Chapter 40R","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4759/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4759","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2053299,"bill_number":"H4760","title":"Enforcing accessibility for voters with disabilities","description":"Enforcing accessibility for voters with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4760","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
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{"bill_id":2053304,"bill_number":"H4758","title":"Supporting the economic growth of downtowns and small businesses","description":"Supporting the economic growth of downtowns and small businesses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4758","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2053305,"bill_number":"H4756","title":"To improve business improvement districts","description":"To improve business improvement districts","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4756","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2053417,"bill_number":"H4771","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4771","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2053423,"bill_number":"S2742","title":"Enhancing safety and security for candidates and professionals","description":"For legislation to enhance safety and security for candidates and professionals. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-06-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2918","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2742/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2742","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2053428,"bill_number":"H4774","title":"Establishing the city of Cambridge employment and job training trust","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4134). November 20, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4774","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2053432,"bill_number":"H4762","title":"Establishing a commission to study housing affordability and density reform","description":"Establishing a commission to study housing affordability and density reform","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4762","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2053443,"bill_number":"H4749","title":"Establishing a commission to study the financial abuse of elders","description":"Establishing a commission to study the financial abuse of elders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4749","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2053447,"bill_number":"S2743","title":"Addressing staged suicides","description":"For legislation relative to officer training concerning staged suicides. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2743/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2743","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2053460,"bill_number":"S2713","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"For legislation relative to senior property tax deferral; and of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to a senior state property tax deferral program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2713).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-11-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2901","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2713/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2713","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2053813,"bill_number":"S2725","title":"Establishing a commission on the status of transgender people","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission on the status of transgender people to conduct an ongoing study of all matters concerning transgender people, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2725).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2725/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2725","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2053825,"bill_number":"S2748","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to the renaming of the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library to honor Mary McGrory","description":"For legislation to name the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library as the McGrory- Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2748).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2748/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2748","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2053835,"bill_number":"H4773","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, December 19, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, December 19, 2025 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4773","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2053858,"bill_number":"S2731","title":"To protect coastal resources.","description":"For legislation to protect coastal resources by establishing the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2731).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2731/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2731","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053868,"bill_number":"S2747","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment, Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to greywater recycling","description":"For legislation relative to greywater recycling, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2747).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2747/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2747","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053880,"bill_number":"S2691","title":"Updating the charter net school spending cap","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to reform charter school funding in Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2691).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2691/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2691","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2053901,"bill_number":"S2730","title":"Relative to a future blue economy","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to a future blue economy, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2730).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2730/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2730","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053914,"bill_number":"S2729","title":"Permitting free passage across private tidelands","description":"Relative to recreation on private tidelands, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2729).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2729/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2729","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2053921,"bill_number":"S2749","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-19","last_action":"See H4206","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2749/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2053937,"bill_number":"H4784","title":"Providing for a town administrator in the town of Hopedale","description":"Relative to the town administrator in the town of Hopedale. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4784","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2053943,"bill_number":"H4783","title":"Relative to reaffirming the rights of individuals experiencing homelessness","description":"Relative to the rights of individuals experiencing homelessness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4783","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2053953,"bill_number":"H4775","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to bike and pedestrian safety.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4775","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2053975,"bill_number":"H4776","title":"Municipal powers and duties","description":"Municipal powers and duties","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4776","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2053998,"bill_number":"H4782","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Hudson","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4503) [Local Approval Received]. November 24, 2025.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4782","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2054370,"bill_number":"H4781","title":"Authorizing Bridgewater town charter amendment for gender neutral language","description":"Authorizing Bridgewater town charter amendment for gender neutral language","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4781","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2054372,"bill_number":"H4796","title":"Relative to organ transplant vehicles","description":"For legislation to regulate organ transport vehicles. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4796","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2054374,"bill_number":"H4785","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4785","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2054378,"bill_number":"S2760","title":"Aging and Independence - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to aging and independence matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2760/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2760","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":2054381,"bill_number":"S2758","title":"Revenue - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to revenue matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2758/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2758","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2054383,"bill_number":"H4791","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4791","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2054386,"bill_number":"S2754","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to health care quality for children and youth in custody of the Department of Youth Services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2754).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2754/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2754","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2054388,"bill_number":"H4794","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4794","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2054392,"bill_number":"S2757","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue be authorized and directed to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to revenue matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the taxation of above ground conduits, wires, and pipes used in the transportation of natural gas, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2757).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2757/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2757","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":2054398,"bill_number":"H4792","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4792","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2054401,"bill_number":"H4795","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Groton","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Groton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4795","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2054403,"bill_number":"H4793","title":"Order relative to extending until December 31, 2025 the time within which the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until December 31, 2025 the time within which the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4793","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2054405,"bill_number":"S2750","title":"Relative to city of Boston certified emergency telecommunicators","description":"For legislation to add certified emergency telecommunicators within the city of Boston to the Group 2 retirement classification. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2750/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2750","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2054409,"bill_number":"H4797","title":"Validating a conveyance of land and authorizing the recording of a confirmatory deed in the city of Marlborough","description":"Relative to the recording of a confirmatory deed by the Commonwealth of a certain parcel of land in the city of Marlborough to Louis G. Monti, Jr., of said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5191","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4797","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2054574,"bill_number":"H4798","title":"Increasing the membership of the Board of Health of the town of Marblehead from three to five members","description":"Message from Her Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of an amendment the engrossed Bill increasing the membership of the board of health of the town of Marblehead from three to five members (see House, No. 3912).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"See H3912","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2055117,"bill_number":"S2741","title":"Establishing a choreographer laureate of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a choreographer laureate of the commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2741).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2741/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2741","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2055126,"bill_number":"H4780","title":"Driver education","description":"Driver education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4780","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2055136,"bill_number":"H4778","title":"Community Development and Small Businesses","description":"Community Development and Small Businesses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4778","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2055147,"bill_number":"H4799","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jose Reyes","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Jose Reyes as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received].","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4799","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":2055156,"bill_number":"H4777","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to automobile insurance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4777","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2055168,"bill_number":"S2740","title":"Resolve establishing a State House restoration and management commission","description":"Resolve establishing a State House restoration and management commission","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2740/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2740","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2055199,"bill_number":"H4779","title":"Higher education","description":"Higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4779","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
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{"bill_id":2056578,"bill_number":"H4803","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4803","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2056579,"bill_number":"S2791","title":"Housing -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative housing matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2791/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2791","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2056581,"bill_number":"S2799","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Yacinthe, an employee of the department of elementary and secondary education","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Yacinthe, an employee of the department of elementary and secondary education","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2799/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2799","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2056582,"bill_number":"H4801","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4801","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2056584,"bill_number":"S2786","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to retirement pension notarizations, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2786).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2786","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2056585,"bill_number":"S2765","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to housing matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require group homes to notify municipalities and abutting property owners prior to commencing operations, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2765).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2765/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2765","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2056588,"bill_number":"S2766","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to housing matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to streamline housing permitting, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2766).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2766/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2766","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2056589,"bill_number":"S2772","title":"Election Laws - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to election laws matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2772/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2772","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2056591,"bill_number":"S2795","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to financial services matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2795/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2795","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2056595,"bill_number":"S2767","title":"Economic Development and Emerging Technologies - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to economic development and emerging technologies matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2767/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2767","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2056596,"bill_number":"S2797","title":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to state administration and regulatory oversight matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2797/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2797","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2056599,"bill_number":"S2785","title":"Labor and Workforce Development -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to workforce development, unemployment insurance, fair wages, collective bargaining rights, paid leave, workplace safety.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2785/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2785","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":2056601,"bill_number":"S2790","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2790).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2790","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2056602,"bill_number":"S2778","title":"Public Health - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to public health matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2778/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2778","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":2056603,"bill_number":"H4818","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4818","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2056607,"bill_number":"S2781","title":"Transportation - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to transportation matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2781/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2781","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2056608,"bill_number":"S2769","title":"Education - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to education matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2769/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2769","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2056611,"bill_number":"S2783","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transportation matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to adjust the MBTA assessment, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2783).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2783/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2783","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2056614,"bill_number":"S2775","title":"Veterans and Federal Affairs - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to veterans and federal affairs matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2775/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2775","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":2056617,"bill_number":"S2768","title":"Public Service - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to public service matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2768/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2768","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2056620,"bill_number":"S2798","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to law enforcement representation to the POST Commission, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2798).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2798/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2798","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2056623,"bill_number":"S2788","title":"The Judiciary -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to judiciary matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2788/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2788","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":2056624,"bill_number":"S2782","title":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to consumer protection and professional licensure matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2782/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2782","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2056627,"bill_number":"S2789","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Rutland","description":"For legislation to provide recall elections in the town of Rutland. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2789","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2056629,"bill_number":"S2784","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to increase annuity for disabled Veterans and Gold Star families, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2784).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2784/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2784","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2056631,"bill_number":"S2776","title":"Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to addiction services.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2776/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2776","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":2056633,"bill_number":"S2796","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to financial services matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2796/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2796","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2056637,"bill_number":"H4820","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, January 30, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, January 30, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4820","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2056638,"bill_number":"H4802","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, December 17, 2025 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4802","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2056640,"bill_number":"S2746","title":"To protect pollinators and public health","description":"For legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2746).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2746/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2746","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2056641,"bill_number":"S2793","title":"Public Safety and Homeland Security -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative seat belt requirements on school buses.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2793/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2793","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":2056644,"bill_number":"S2773","title":"Public Safety and Homeland Security - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to public safety and homeland security matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2773/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2773","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":2056646,"bill_number":"S2792","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education 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 legislation to eliminate predatory transportation pricing of school districts, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2792","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2792/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2792","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2056650,"bill_number":"H4819","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4819","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2056651,"bill_number":"S2787","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to health insurance matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to preserve community pharmacies by conducting audits on contracts for pharmacy services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2787).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2787","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2056653,"bill_number":"S2774","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to certain exemptions to the vehicle emissions standards, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2774).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2774/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2774","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2056655,"bill_number":"S2770","title":"Education - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelativerelative to targeted student issues and student discipline; EEC.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2770/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2770","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2056657,"bill_number":"S2771","title":"Education - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to school climate and safety.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2771/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2771","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2056658,"bill_number":"S2794","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to financial services matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2794/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2794","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2056660,"bill_number":"S2777","title":"Cannabis Policy - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to cannabis policy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2777/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2777","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2056661,"bill_number":"H4821","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current a House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current a House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4821","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2057246,"bill_number":"S2816","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Cannabis Policy, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to insurance and treatment matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation to further regulate the data collection of adult and youth consumption of marijuana, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2816).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2816","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2057248,"bill_number":"S2801","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3029","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2801/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2801","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2057251,"bill_number":"S2809","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to labor and workforce development matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation to protect Massachusetts workers; and of Dylan A. Fernandes that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to establish a four-day work week pilot program, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2809).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2809","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2057252,"bill_number":"S2817","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to medical marijuana oversight, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2817).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2817","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2057254,"bill_number":"H4822","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4822","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2057256,"bill_number":"S2808","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"See H4233","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2808","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2057259,"bill_number":"S2780","title":"Facilitating distributed energy resources in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to implement the Smart Residential Solar Permitting Platform to issue permits instantly and issue permit revisions instantly for residential solar photovoltaic systems, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2780)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Accompanied H5175","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2780/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2780","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2057262,"bill_number":"S2807","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Agriculture and Fisheries to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to fees for certain commercial fishing permits.","description":"For legislation relative to fees for certain commercial fishing permits, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2807).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2807","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2057264,"bill_number":"S2811","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 elative to consumer protection and professional licensure matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the treatment and protection of horses in the racing industry, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2811).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2811","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057266,"bill_number":"S2818","title":"Creating the Home Works Program","description":"For legislation to create the Home Works Program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2818).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2818/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2818","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2057269,"bill_number":"S2812","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"See H4401","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2812","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2057271,"bill_number":"S2815","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Emergency Preparedness and Management, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to emergency preparedness.","description":"For legislation to ensure the health and safety of the commonwealth’s students and educators, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2815).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2815","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Emergency Preparedness and Management"},
{"bill_id":2057273,"bill_number":"S2814","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to industry matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require all providers of transmitting antennas for telecommunications services or for video programming or television broadcast through mobile or radio services to obtain wireless infrastructure insurance that support electrical, mechanical, and non-ionizing radiation safety, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2814).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2814","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2057275,"bill_number":"S2806","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Agriculture and Fisheries to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to include the growing and cultivation of both hemp and marijuana in the definition of agriculture.","description":"For legislation to include the growing and cultivation of both hemp and marijuana in the definition of agriculture, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2806).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2806","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2057278,"bill_number":"S2804","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Agriculture and Fisheries to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to establish community fridges to address food insecurity.","description":"For legislation to establish community fridges to address food insecurity, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2804).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2804","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2057280,"bill_number":"H4824","title":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 6, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 6, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4824","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2057281,"bill_number":"S2810","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to protect personal identifying information, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2810).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2810","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057284,"bill_number":"S2813","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 insurance and treatment matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to mandate psychiatric evaluations in a hospital emergency room if a restraint authorization is given, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2813).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2813","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2057286,"bill_number":"S2761","title":"To promote housing cooperatives","description":"For legislation to promote housing cooperatives, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2761).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2761/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2761","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2057288,"bill_number":"S2805","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Agriculture and Fisheries to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to improve pesticide protections for Massachusetts schoolchildren.","description":"For legislation to improve pesticide protections for Massachusetts schoolchildren, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2805).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2805","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2057290,"bill_number":"S2779","title":"Relative to towing protections","description":"For legislation relative to towing protections, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2779).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2779/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2779","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2057294,"bill_number":"S2763","title":"Relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities","description":"For legislation relative to transformative development initiatives in rural communities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2763).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2763/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2763","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2057296,"bill_number":"S2762","title":"Relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program","description":"For legislation to create a permanent affordability homeownership program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2762).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2762/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2762","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2057306,"bill_number":"H4814","title":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to reissue licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises and grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to reissue licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises and grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4814/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4814","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057312,"bill_number":"H4826","title":"Relative to the condominium owners' rights","description":"Relative to the condominium owners' rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4826","sponsor":"Meghan Kilcoyne"},
{"bill_id":2057317,"bill_number":"H4805","title":"Amending the town charter of the town of Plainville","description":"Amending the town charter of the town of Plainville","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4805/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4805","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2057321,"bill_number":"H4807","title":"Relative to updating the security of personal information","description":"Relative to updating the security of personal information","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4807/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4807","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057328,"bill_number":"H4806","title":"Relative to the auto damage appraiser licensing board","description":"Relative to the auto damage appraiser licensing board","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4806/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4806","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057336,"bill_number":"H4810","title":"Relative to greenwashing in advertising and marketing","description":"Relative to greenwashing in advertising and marketing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4810/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4810","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057347,"bill_number":"H4809","title":"Alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families","description":"Alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4809/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4809","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057349,"bill_number":"S2824","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to revenue matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to authorize a city or town to issue rebates to taxpayers who received the residential exemption in the prior fiscal year, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2824)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Reported (on the residue) by S1935","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2824/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2824","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2057358,"bill_number":"H4808","title":"Relative to the collection of debt","description":"Relative to the collection of debt","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4808/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4808","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057363,"bill_number":"H4817","title":"Authorizing the town of Pembroke to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Pembroke to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4817/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4817","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057368,"bill_number":"H4811","title":"Relative to the licensing of limited registration dentists","description":"Relative to the licensing of limited registration dentists","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4811/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4811","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057379,"bill_number":"H4815","title":"Authorizing the select board of the town of Arlington to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the select board of the town of Arlington to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4815/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4815","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057382,"bill_number":"H4804","title":"Establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly","description":"Establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4804/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4804","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2057389,"bill_number":"H4812","title":"Relative to restricting telemarketer phone numbers","description":"Relative to restricting telemarketer phone numbers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4812/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4812","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057393,"bill_number":"H4816","title":"Clarifying the existing pipefitting exemption","description":"Clarifying the existing pipefitting exemption","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4816/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4816","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057396,"bill_number":"H4813","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4813/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4813","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2057402,"bill_number":"H4827","title":"Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations 225 CMR 29.00 – governing Small Clean Energy Infrastructure Facility Siting and Permitting","description":"Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations 225 CMR 29.00 – governing Small Clean Energy Infrastructure Facility Siting and Permitting","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4827","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2058244,"bill_number":"H4837","title":"Order relative to extending until March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4837","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2058252,"bill_number":"H4825","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4825","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2058257,"bill_number":"H4836","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4836","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2058266,"bill_number":"H4838","title":"Expanding access to perimenopause and menopause care","description":"Relative to a special commission (including members of the General Court) on perimenopause and menopause care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5303","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4838","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2058268,"bill_number":"H4828","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 20, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 20, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4828","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2058366,"bill_number":"H4823","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4823","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058368,"bill_number":"S2847","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document 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, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2847).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2847","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058371,"bill_number":"S2843","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 wage theft and due process.","description":"For legislation relative to wage theft and due process, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2843).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2843","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058377,"bill_number":"S2848","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to the revitalization of the right of free petition.","description":"Relative to the revitalization of the right of free petition, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2848).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2848","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058380,"bill_number":"S2836","title":"To promote yes in my back yard","description":"For legislation to promote Yes in My Back Yard, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2836).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2836/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2836","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058387,"bill_number":"S2830","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"For legislation relative to impose notification requirements on both tenants and landlords when bed bugs are found at a property, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2830).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2830","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058392,"bill_number":"S2842","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 employer autonomy.","description":"For legislation to preserve employer autonomy relative to employee leave, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2842).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2842","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058395,"bill_number":"S2841","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 contractors of services.","description":"For legislation to provide a safe harbor for contractors of services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2841)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2841","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058400,"bill_number":"S2837","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 essential workers","description":"For legislation to provide hazard pay and protection for essential workers during a \"State of Emergency\" declaration, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2837).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2837/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2837","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058404,"bill_number":"S2826","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2826).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2826/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2826","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058410,"bill_number":"S2861","title":"Creating a special commission to examine school bus safety","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to examine school bus safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2861","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":2058414,"bill_number":"S2859","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Sandwich","description":"Amending the charter of the town of Sandwich","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2859","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":2058417,"bill_number":"S2838","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 overtime salary thresholds.","description":"For legislation relative to update overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2838).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2838/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2838","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058425,"bill_number":"S2833","title":"To plan, preserve, and protect","description":"For legislation to create the Anti -Displacement Pilot Program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2833).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2833","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058428,"bill_number":"S2834","title":"To expand housing options through homesharing","description":"For legislation to expand housing options through homesharing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2834).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2834","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058432,"bill_number":"S2849","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to improving boards and commissions.","description":"For legislation relative to improving boards and commissions, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2849).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2849","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058438,"bill_number":"S2846","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to reducing the cost of government and creating jobs.","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of government and creating jobs, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2846).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2846","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058441,"bill_number":"S2855","title":"Promoting high-quality comprehensive literacy instruction in all Massachusetts schools","description":"For legislation to promote high-quality comprehensive literacy instruction in all Massachusetts schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2855).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Accompanied S2924","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2855","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2058447,"bill_number":"S2829","title":"Promoting housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program","description":"For legislation to promote housing stability for families by strengthening the HomeBASE program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2829).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2829","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058452,"bill_number":"S2850","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to Massachusetts time zones and sunshine protection.","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts time zones and sunshine protection, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2850).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2850","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058455,"bill_number":"S2845","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 certificate of deposit interest income","description":"For legislation relative to certificate of deposit interest income, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2845).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2845","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2058461,"bill_number":"S2840","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 commonwealth employment relations board.","description":"For legislation relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2840).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2840","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058466,"bill_number":"S2828","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide pre-service training free of charge for members of mobile home rent control boards, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2828).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2828/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2828","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058473,"bill_number":"S2835","title":"Accelerating housing production","description":"For legislation to accelerate housing production through a combination of incentives, zoning reforms, and financing solutions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2835).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2835","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058476,"bill_number":"S2831","title":"Increasing access to supportive housing","description":"For legislation to create a interagency supportive housing finance and strategy board to end and prevent homelessness, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2831).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2831","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058484,"bill_number":"S2832","title":"Establishing the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program","description":"For legislation to establish the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2832).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2832","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058490,"bill_number":"S2844","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 increasing motor vehicle liability insurance requirements.","description":"For legislation to relative increase motor vehicle liability insurance requirements, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2844).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2844","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2058496,"bill_number":"S2827","title":"Relative to updating and modernizing Chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update and modernize appropriations to smart growth zoning and housing production, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2827).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2827/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2827","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2058500,"bill_number":"S2839","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 a bridge employment training program.","description":"For legislation for a Bridge Employment Training Program (BET), report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2839).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2839","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2058867,"bill_number":"H4844","title":"Providing for the appointment and removal authority of the town administrator of the town of Wilbraham for employees other than those sworn officers of the Wilbraham police department and Wilbraham fire department appointed by the select board, and department heads appointed by the select board, and department heads appointed by boards and commissions so authorized by general law or by-law","description":"Relative to the appointment and removal authority for employees of the town administrator of the town of Wilbraham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4844/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4844","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":2058878,"bill_number":"H4843","title":"Providing for the exchange of certain park land in the town of Lexington","description":"Relative to the exchange of certain park land in the town of Lexington from the select board to the school committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4843/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4843","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2058885,"bill_number":"S2864","title":"Relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to conduct a study on the delivery of special education services; and of Bruce E. Tarr relative to the foundation funding of special education, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2864).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2864","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2058890,"bill_number":"H4842","title":"To clarify the organization of the Lexington Housing Assistance Board","description":"Relative to the organization of the Lexington Housing Assistance Board. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4842/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4842","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2058897,"bill_number":"S2879","title":"Providing for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation","description":"For legislation to provide for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation on the Columbia Point peninsula located between William T. Morrissey Boulevard, William J. Day Boulevard and Dorchester Bay, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2879).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2879","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2058905,"bill_number":"S2878","title":"Authorizing the town of Tewksbury to lease the North Street Elementary School for a term of years not exceeding 99 years","description":"For legislation to lease the North Street Elementary School for a term of years not exceeding 99 years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2878","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2058913,"bill_number":"H4848","title":"Authorizing the town of Colrain to continue the employment of fire department deputy chief Kevin Worden Sr","description":"That the town of Colrain be authorized to continue the employment of Kevin Worden, Sr., deputy chief of the fire department of said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4848/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4848","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2058918,"bill_number":"S2863","title":"Regarding the instruction of lifesaving skills in schools","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide hands only CPR training and the use of defibrillators; and of Bruce E. Tarr, Madeleine Elizabeth Jackman , Patrick M. O'Connor, Shirley B. Arriaga and others relative to requiring instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2863).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2863","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2058924,"bill_number":"H4829","title":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities","description":"Relative to non-Commonwealth entities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4829/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4829","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2058934,"bill_number":"H4846","title":"Authorizing the town of Colrain to continue the employment of fire department chief Nicholas Anzuoni","description":"That the town of Colrain be authorized to continue the employment of Nicholas Anzuoni, chief of the fire department of said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4846/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4846","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":2058945,"bill_number":"H4849","title":"Related to the enforcement of chapter 140","description":"For legislation to further regulate dogs and kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4849/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4849","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":2058952,"bill_number":"H4845","title":"Granting Uxbridge the ability to post public meeting notices","description":"That the town of Uxbridge be authorized to publish legal notices in print or online. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5228","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4845/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4845","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2058965,"bill_number":"S2871","title":"Communication from the Division of Banks (pursuant to Section 6A of Chapter 171 of the General Laws) submitting the final amended regulation 209 CMR 50.00 et seq.: Parity with Federal Credit Unions.","description":"Communication from the Division of Banks (pursuant to Section 6A of Chapter 171 of the General Laws) submitting the final amended regulation 209 CMR 50.00 et seq.: Parity with Federal Credit Unions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2058970,"bill_number":"S2877","title":"Authorizing the town of Grafton to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"For legislation to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2877","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2059748,"bill_number":"S2882","title":"Relative to gender-affirming hair removal treatment","description":"For legislation relative to gender-affirming hair removal treatment, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2882).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2882","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2059749,"bill_number":"S2891","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to school centered neighborhood development.","description":"For legislation to promote school centered neighborhood development, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2891).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged by S185","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2891","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2059751,"bill_number":"H4865","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4865","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2059753,"bill_number":"S2890","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to benefits for foster children.","description":"For legislation to protect benefits owed to foster children, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2890).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2890","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2059755,"bill_number":"S2887","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Aging and Independence to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to aging and independence matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to clarify accountability for policy and budgetary decision-making in nursing homes, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2887).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2887","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2059759,"bill_number":"S2744","title":"To protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2744).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2744/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2744","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2059760,"bill_number":"S2889","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Cannabis Policy to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to host community agreements.","description":"Relative to host community agreements, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2889).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2889","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2059764,"bill_number":"H4864","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4864/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4864","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2059768,"bill_number":"S2885","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to invest in Massachusetts citizens, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2885).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2885","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2059772,"bill_number":"H4841","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 20, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 20, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4841/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4841","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2059774,"bill_number":"S2892","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 relative to the Monson select board.","description":"For legislation to the increase the membership of the select board of the town of Monson, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2892).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2892","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2059777,"bill_number":"H4863","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4863/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4863","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2059781,"bill_number":"S2745","title":"Relative to small businesses and the sale of certain cultural products","description":"For legislation relative to small businesses and the sale of certain cultural products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2745).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2745/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2745","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2059783,"bill_number":"S2886","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to increase first assistant clerks in Berkshire County, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2886).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2886","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2059786,"bill_number":"H4847","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4847/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4847","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2059788,"bill_number":"S2764","title":"To secure housing for returning citizens","description":"For legislation to secure housing for returning citizens, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2764).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2764/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2764","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2059790,"bill_number":"S2883","title":"To address barriers to HIV prevention medication","description":"For legislation to strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2883).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2883","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2059792,"bill_number":"S2888","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require medical facilities and nursing homes to support safer electromagnetic radiation exposures and to support reduction of other environmental hazards through facility wiring and training, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2888).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2888","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2060117,"bill_number":"H4850","title":"Certain revenue petitions relating to property & local taxes","description":"Certain revenue petitions relating to property & local taxes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H56, sections 45 to 72, inclusive, 85 and 86","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4850/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4850","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2060164,"bill_number":"S2893","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"See H4359","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2893","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2060188,"bill_number":"H4867","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"Relative to school choice. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5502","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4867","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2060209,"bill_number":"H4866","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2716","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4866","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2060232,"bill_number":"H4831","title":"To modernize participation in public meetings","description":"To modernize participation in public meetings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4831/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4831","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2060240,"bill_number":"H4830","title":"Advancing equity for rural communities receiving state grants","description":"Advancing equity for rural communities receiving state grants","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4830/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4830","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2060610,"bill_number":"S2895","title":"Further regulating the amendment of a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson","description":"Further regulating the amendment of a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2895","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2060616,"bill_number":"H4873","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4873","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2060622,"bill_number":"S2753","title":"Ensuring transparency in research funding","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of manufacturing corporations or a research and development corporations in the commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2753).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2753/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2753","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2060627,"bill_number":"H4874","title":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 27, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 27, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4874","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2060635,"bill_number":"H4871","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4871/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4871","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2060652,"bill_number":"S2751","title":"Relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars","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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2751)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2751/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2751","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2060658,"bill_number":"S2752","title":"To promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2752).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2752/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2752","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2060663,"bill_number":"S2894","title":"Authorizing print-free digital legal notices in the city of Newton","description":"For legislation to authorize print-free digital legal notices in the city of Newton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3004","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2894","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":2060667,"bill_number":"H4872","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4872","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2060683,"bill_number":"H4834","title":"Relative to medical health and fitness facilities","description":"Relative to medical health and fitness facilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4834/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4834","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2060686,"bill_number":"H4835","title":"To codify pet-friendly elderly housing policies and ensure pet parity across housing authorities","description":"To codify pet-friendly elderly housing policies and ensure pet parity across housing authorities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4835/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4835","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2060699,"bill_number":"H4879","title":"Authorizing Jonathan Gagne 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 Jonathan Gagne to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4879/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4879","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2060707,"bill_number":"H4876","title":"Relative to strengthening supports for overcomers of abuse","description":"Relative to survivors and holders of abuse or harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4876","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2060711,"bill_number":"H4833","title":"To eliminate fees for the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner","description":"To eliminate fees for the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4833/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4833","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2060730,"bill_number":"H4878","title":"Allowing a lease term of up to 99 years for 305 South Street east or a portion thereof","description":"That the town of Raynham be authorized to lease certain municipal real property for up to 99 years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4878/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4878","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2060738,"bill_number":"H4877","title":"Authorizing the town of Raynham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Raynham be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5099","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4877/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4877","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2060994,"bill_number":"H4886","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4886/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4886","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2060995,"bill_number":"H4840","title":"To study the development of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield","description":"To study the development of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4840/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4840","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2060996,"bill_number":"S2755","title":"Relative to debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislation to guarantee debt-free public higher education, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2755).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2755/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2755","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2060997,"bill_number":"H4839","title":"Relative to tourism marketing and promotion grants","description":"Relative to tourism marketing and promotion grants","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4839/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4839","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2060998,"bill_number":"H4887","title":"Authorizing the town of Plymouth to establish a special revenue account for land acquisition","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to establish a special revenue account for land acquisition. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4887/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4887","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2060999,"bill_number":"S2880","title":"Relative to adjunct faculty in public higher education","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to improve the working conditions and benefits of part-time and adjunct faculty at public institutions of higher education Commonwealth., report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2880).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2880","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2061000,"bill_number":"H4875","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4875","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2061001,"bill_number":"H4885","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4885/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4885","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2061002,"bill_number":"H4884","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4884","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2061003,"bill_number":"H4832","title":"Relative to the contracting of digital replicas","description":"Relative to the contracting of digital replicas","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4832/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4832","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2061007,"bill_number":"H4888","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marnie Jean Goldstein, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marnie Jean Goldstein, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4888/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4888","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2061010,"bill_number":"S2862","title":"To establish the Middle School Innovation Fund","description":"For legislation to provide grants and other support to programs administered by local school districts that engage project-centered group learning methods in grades 5-8, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2862).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2862","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061012,"bill_number":"S2865","title":"Relative to school library standards","description":"For legislation relative to school library standards, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2865).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2865/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2865","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061050,"bill_number":"S2869","title":"To ensure equitable access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2869).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2869","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061070,"bill_number":"S2867","title":"Relating to seizure disorders in schools","description":"For legislation to relate to seizure disorders in schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2867).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2867/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2867","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061076,"bill_number":"S2868","title":"Relative to the board of elementary and secondary education","description":"For legislationfor legislation to modernize the board of elementary and secondary education, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2868).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2868","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061084,"bill_number":"S2870","title":"To provide a sustainable future for rural schools","description":"For legislation to provide a sustainable future for rural schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2870).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2870","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061092,"bill_number":"S2866","title":"To promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act","description":"For legislation to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2866).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2866/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2866","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2061116,"bill_number":"H4851","title":"Requiring universal changing stations in public buildings","description":"Requiring universal changing stations in public buildings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4851","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2061131,"bill_number":"H4862","title":"Authorizing the town of Monterey to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown","description":"Authorizing the town of Monterey to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4862/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4862","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2061188,"bill_number":"H4852","title":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults","description":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules with the amendment previously recommended by the committee on Health Care Financing pending","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4852","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2064649,"bill_number":"H4857","title":"Regarding conditions of release in Superior Court","description":"Regarding conditions of release in Superior Court","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4857","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2064650,"bill_number":"S2872","title":"Facilitating cost efficient transportation","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to modernize permitting for the transportation of certain loads, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2872).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2872/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2872","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2064651,"bill_number":"H4860","title":"Relative to safety and justice","description":"Relative to safety and justice","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4860/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4860","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2064652,"bill_number":"H4853","title":"Protecting our soil, farms and food from PFAS contamination","description":"Protecting our soil, farms and food from PFAS contamination","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4853","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064653,"bill_number":"H4856","title":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","description":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4856","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064654,"bill_number":"H4889","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4889/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4889","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2064655,"bill_number":"H4854","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4854","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064656,"bill_number":"S2825","title":"Establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly.","description":"For legislation to establish the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2825).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2825/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2825","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2064658,"bill_number":"S2874","title":"To increase opportunity by ending debt-based driving restrictions","description":"For legislation to end debt-based driving restrictions and remove economic roadblocks, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2874).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2874/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2874","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2064659,"bill_number":"S2803","title":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","description":"For legislation relative to a cranberry water use transfer program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2803).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2803/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2803","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064660,"bill_number":"S2876","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod","description":"Relative to establishing year-round daily commuter rail service to Cape Cod, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2876).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2876/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2876","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2064661,"bill_number":"H4859","title":"Relating to threats of suicide while in court custody","description":"Relating to threats of suicide while in court custody","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4859/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4859","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2064662,"bill_number":"H4883","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to children, families and persons with disabilities matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H296","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4883/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4883","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2064663,"bill_number":"H4861","title":"Relative to community corrections","description":"Relative to community corrections","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4861/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4861","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2064665,"bill_number":"H4855","title":"Relative to urban farmland","description":"Relative to urban farmland","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4855/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4855","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064667,"bill_number":"H4858","title":"To update expungement","description":"To update expungement","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4858","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2064668,"bill_number":"S2802","title":"Protecting our soil, farms and food from PFAS contamination","description":"For legislation to protect our soil and farms from PFAS contamination, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2802).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2802/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2802","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2064669,"bill_number":"S2873","title":"Establishing a special commission on micro-transit","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on micro-transit to study existing and emerging micro-transit services and its funding in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2873).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2873/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2873","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2064670,"bill_number":"H4890","title":"Relative to the maintenance of pre-employment physical examination records for public safety personnel in the city of Quincy","description":"Relative to the maintenance of pre-employment physical examination records for public safety personnel in the city of Quincy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4890/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4890","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2064671,"bill_number":"S2875","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian safety, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2875).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2875/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2875","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2065208,"bill_number":"H4891","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph regarding compensation of town council and school committee members and meetings of multiple-member bodies","description":"Relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph (House, No. 4400). January 5, 2026. [Local Approval Received].","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4891/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4891","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2065214,"bill_number":"H4869","title":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","description":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4869/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4869","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2065232,"bill_number":"H4868","title":"Relative to chaperones for medical exams","description":"Relative to chaperones for medical exams","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4868/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4868","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2065291,"bill_number":"S2896","title":"Authorizing the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of Second Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs)","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of Second Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs). Environment and Natural Resources. [Local approval received]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2896","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2065312,"bill_number":"H4870","title":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","description":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4870/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4870","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2065590,"bill_number":"S2820","title":"To revitalize agriculture, conditioning and simulcasting","description":"For legislation to revitalize agriculture, conditioning and simulcasting, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2820).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2820/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2820","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2065656,"bill_number":"S2822","title":"Enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox.","description":"For legislation to enable trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2822).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2822/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2822","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2065676,"bill_number":"S2823","title":"To facilitate the purchase of certain event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the reselling of certain event tickets, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2823).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2823/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2823","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2066457,"bill_number":"S2821","title":"Protecting the privacy of social care information.","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of individuals’ social care information, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2821).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2821/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2821","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2066562,"bill_number":"S2897","title":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to increase the membership of the board of selectmen","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to increase the membership of the board of selectmen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2897","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2066605,"bill_number":"H4904","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 2, 2026 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 2, 2026 the time within which the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4904","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2066643,"bill_number":"S2819","title":"Relative to credit card surcharges and transparency in credit card fees","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to transparency in credit card fees; and of Jacob R. Oliveira relative to credit card surcharges, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2819).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2819/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2819","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2066708,"bill_number":"H4907","title":"Relative to the sale of nitrous oxide","description":"Relative to the sale of nitrous oxide. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5273","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4907","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2066733,"bill_number":"H4908","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Blalock, an employee of the Suffolk county sheriff’s office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Blalock, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4908","sponsor":"Lisa Field"},
{"bill_id":2067633,"bill_number":"H4880","title":"Regarding Title XIX reimbursements for state colleges and universities","description":"Regarding Title XIX reimbursements for state colleges and universities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4880/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4880","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2067787,"bill_number":"H4881","title":"Relative to adjunct faculty in public higher education","description":"Relative to adjunct faculty in public higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4881","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2067937,"bill_number":"H4882","title":"To support college students in recovery","description":"To support college students in recovery","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4882/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4882","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2068010,"bill_number":"H4909","title":"Relative to the reserve time of public safety personnel in the city of Salem","description":"Relative to the reserve time of public safety personnel in the city of Salem. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4909","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2068068,"bill_number":"S2904","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"See H4171","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2904/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2904","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2068211,"bill_number":"H4913","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4913","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2068448,"bill_number":"H4914","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4914/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4914","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2068471,"bill_number":"H4901","title":"Enabling employees on unpaid leave to purchase creditable service","description":"Enabling employees on unpaid leave to purchase creditable service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4901","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2068503,"bill_number":"H4916","title":"Authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Bedford","description":"For legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Bedford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5413","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4916/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4916","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2068529,"bill_number":"H4898","title":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","description":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4898","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068552,"bill_number":"H4897","title":"Improving access to community behavioral health centers","description":"Improving access to community behavioral health centers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4897/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4897","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068581,"bill_number":"H4893","title":"To support behavioral health prevention for children","description":"To support behavioral health prevention for children","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4893/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4893","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068607,"bill_number":"H4892","title":"Preserving access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses","description":"Preserving access to treatment for patients with serious mental illnesses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4892/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4892","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068631,"bill_number":"H4899","title":"Enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care","description":"Enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4899","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068661,"bill_number":"H4896","title":"For supportive care for serious mental illness","description":"For supportive care for serious mental illness","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4896/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4896","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068688,"bill_number":"H4895","title":"Expanding access to mental health services","description":"Expanding access to mental health services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4895/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4895","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068746,"bill_number":"H4900","title":"Related to comprehensive clinical and extended support services","description":"Related to comprehensive clinical and extended support services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4900","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068773,"bill_number":"H4894","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"To further define medical necessity determinations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4894/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4894","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2068829,"bill_number":"H4902","title":"Regarding the disability pension of Christopher Taylor","description":"Regarding the disability pension of Christopher Taylor","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4902","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2068854,"bill_number":"H4917","title":"Relative to a town-wide ban on the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)","description":"Relative to banning the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Bedford. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4917/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4917","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2068913,"bill_number":"S2899","title":"To prevent property tax bill shocks","description":"To prevent property tax bill shocks","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2917","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2899/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2899","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2068950,"bill_number":"S2900","title":"Relative to municipal tax relief","description":"Relative to municipal tax relief (Senate, No. 1935),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2900).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2915","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2900/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2900","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2068975,"bill_number":"S2902","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a mean tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the establishment of a mean tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see  Roll Call #124 (Yeas 37 to Nays 0)","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2902/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2902","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2069006,"bill_number":"S2898","title":"Improving campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees","description":"Improving campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2916","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2898/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2898","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2069040,"bill_number":"S2901","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"Relative to senior property tax deferral (Senate, No. 2713),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2901).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2914","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2901/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2901","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2069069,"bill_number":"S2903","title":"Honoring Blue Star Families","description":"Honoring Blue Star Families","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2903","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2069321,"bill_number":"S2800","title":"Regulating the sale of hemp products to protect public health","description":"For legislation to regulate the sale of hemp products and establish the Hemp Product Education Fund, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2800).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2800/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2800","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2069438,"bill_number":"S2884","title":"Expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings","description":"For legislation to expand loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2884).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2972","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2884/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2884","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2070855,"bill_number":"S2905","title":"Providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3245","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2905","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2070898,"bill_number":"S2907","title":"Establishing credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters","description":"For legislation to establish credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2907/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2907","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2070938,"bill_number":"H4922","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4922/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4922","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2070959,"bill_number":"H4921","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4921/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4921","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2070983,"bill_number":"H4920","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4920","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2071045,"bill_number":"H4911","title":"Relative to a diaper allowance to meet early childhood needs","description":"Relative to a diaper allowance to meet early childhood needs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4911","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2071123,"bill_number":"H4903","title":"Relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School","description":"Relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4903/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4903","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2071163,"bill_number":"H4912","title":"Improving accessibility in the creative economy","description":"Improving accessibility in the creative economy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4912","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2071200,"bill_number":"H4927","title":"To relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools","description":"Relative to access to applied behavior analysis services in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday, May 22, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4927/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":2071279,"bill_number":"H4910","title":"To bring child support home","description":"To bring child support home","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4910","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2071319,"bill_number":"S2906","title":"Agriculture and Fisheries - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to oyster shell recycling","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2906","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2071432,"bill_number":"S2908","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shannon Manning, an employee of the trial court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shannon Manning, an employee of the trial court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2908/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2908","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2071471,"bill_number":"H4924","title":"To amend the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to establish the Boston inspector general oversight commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5585","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4924","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2071616,"bill_number":"H4915","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to Stoneham police maximum age requirement","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H2800","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4915/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4915","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2071767,"bill_number":"H4905","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to foster care recruitment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H250","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4905/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4905","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2071917,"bill_number":"H4906","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the recall of any holder of elective office in the city of Chicopee","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-12","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4202","last_action_date":"2026-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4906/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4906","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2081136,"bill_number":"H4926","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Service is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4926","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2081281,"bill_number":"H4930","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4930","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2081580,"bill_number":"S2910","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 the emergency assistance shelter system.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish an emergency assistance shelter system oversight commission to continually evaluate all expenditures related to the system, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2910)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2910/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2910","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2081642,"bill_number":"S2912","title":"Public Safety and Homeland Security - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to public safety and homeland security matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2912/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2912","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":2081710,"bill_number":"S2911","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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2911).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2911/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2911","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2081775,"bill_number":"S2913","title":"Extending the time for the town of Boxford to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to extend the time for the town of Boxford to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2913/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2913","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2081845,"bill_number":"H4964","title":"Authorizing the town of South Hadley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of South Hadley be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5343","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4964","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2082178,"bill_number":"S2852","title":"Relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2852).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2852/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2852","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2082244,"bill_number":"H4962","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sally Desrosiers, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sally Desrosiers, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4962","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2082314,"bill_number":"S2851","title":"Establishing natural organic reduction in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to burial alternatives that protect the environment, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2851).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2851/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2851","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2082382,"bill_number":"S2909","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency.","description":"For legislation relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2909).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2909/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2909","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2082445,"bill_number":"S2854","title":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2854).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2854/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2854","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2082512,"bill_number":"S2853","title":"Relative to monitoring dry casks of spent nuclear fuel","description":"For legislation to monitor dry casks of spent nuclear fuel, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2853).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2853/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2853","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2082680,"bill_number":"H4931","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to insurance and banking issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4352","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4931","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2082873,"bill_number":"H4925","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in the town of Milford","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4185","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4925","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2082968,"bill_number":"H4928","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to animal testing, striped bass, horn trafficking and parks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4512","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4928/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4928","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2083165,"bill_number":"H4929","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Accompanied H48","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4929","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2086299,"bill_number":"H4968","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 27, 2026 the time in which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 27, 2026 the time in which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4968","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2086321,"bill_number":"H4966","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Environment and Natural Resources is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4966/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4966","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":2086375,"bill_number":"H4967","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Election Laws is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Election Laws is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4967/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4967","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
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{"bill_id":2087209,"bill_number":"H4974","title":"Preparing Apprentices through Training, Hiring, and Skills in Massachusetts","description":"Preparing Apprentices through Training, Hiring, and Skills in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4994","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4974","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
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{"bill_id":2090009,"bill_number":"S2924","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Amendment #34 (Rodrigues) adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2924/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2924","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":2090154,"bill_number":"S2926","title":"Agriculture and Fisheries Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to oyster shell recycling","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2926/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2926","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2090172,"bill_number":"H4936","title":"To improve child and adolescent mental health services","description":"To improve child and adolescent mental health services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4936","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2090206,"bill_number":"S2929","title":"Health Care Financing -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to health care financing matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2929/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2929","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2090247,"bill_number":"H4977","title":"Relative to a transfer of retirement benefits for Valeria D'Orazio an associate professor at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy","description":"Relative to a transfer of retirement benefits for Valeria D'Orazio an associate professor at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5423 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4977/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4977","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2090369,"bill_number":"H4937","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4937","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2090412,"bill_number":"S2925","title":"Validating and confirming certain acts and proceedings taken or conducted by certain elected and appointed officials in the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to elected and appointed officials of the town of Plymouth (Senate, No. 2679).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2925/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2925","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2090495,"bill_number":"H4933","title":"Relative to colon cancer screening","description":"Relative to colon cancer screening","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4933","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2090536,"bill_number":"H4935","title":"To strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth","description":"To strengthen the control of contagious and infectious diseases in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4935","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2090575,"bill_number":"H4934","title":"To improve access and care coordination for people with pain","description":"To improve access and care coordination for people with pain","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4934","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2090700,"bill_number":"H4971","title":"Certain Revenue petitions relating to Veterans and Service Members","description":"Certain Revenue petitions relating to Veterans and Service Members","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Order reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Joint Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4971","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2090740,"bill_number":"H4973","title":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","description":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5473","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4973","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2091937,"bill_number":"H4942","title":"Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors","description":"Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4942","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2091987,"bill_number":"H4938","title":"Concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals","description":"Concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4938","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092038,"bill_number":"H4945","title":"Providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms for persons under the age of 18","description":"Providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms for persons under the age of 18","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4945","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092068,"bill_number":"H4941","title":"Relative to health savings accounts","description":"Relative to health savings accounts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4941","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092094,"bill_number":"H4949","title":"Establishing a division of health insurance","description":"Establishing a division of health insurance","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4949","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092117,"bill_number":"S2","title":"Governor Healey's State of the Commonwealth Address","description":"Relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2092144,"bill_number":"H4948","title":"To further enhance rate review examinations conducted by the health care access bureau within the division of insurance","description":"To further enhance rate review examinations conducted by the health care access bureau within the division of insurance","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4948","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092204,"bill_number":"H4943","title":"Relative to epinephrine injectors","description":"Relative to epinephrine injectors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4943","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092226,"bill_number":"H4946","title":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","description":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5631","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4946","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092253,"bill_number":"H4940","title":"To redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs","description":"To redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4940","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092335,"bill_number":"H4939","title":"To facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation","description":"To facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4939","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092362,"bill_number":"H4947","title":"Updating the mandated benefit review process","description":"Updating the mandated benefit review process","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4947","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2092406,"bill_number":"H4944","title":"Relative to emergency insulin access","description":"Relative to emergency insulin access","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4944","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2094224,"bill_number":"H4990","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4990","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2094253,"bill_number":"H4987","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5279","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2094271,"bill_number":"H4991","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 6, 2026 the time in which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 6, 2026 the time in which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4991","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2094323,"bill_number":"H4994","title":"Relative to preparing apprentices in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to preparing apprentices in the commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5032","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4994","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2094342,"bill_number":"H4993","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events","description":"Requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4993","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2094392,"bill_number":"S2856","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Fire Training Council","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Fire Training Council, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2856).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2856/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2856","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2094412,"bill_number":"H4992","title":"Authorizing the Barnstable county and the town of Bourne to convey certain parcels of land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne","description":"Authorizing the Barnstable county and the town of Bourne to convey certain parcels of land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 175 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4992","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2094512,"bill_number":"H5012","title":"Relative to students accessing food and nutritional information","description":"Relative to student access to food and nutritional information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5012","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2094598,"bill_number":"H5013","title":"To establish a celiac disease screening pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a celiac disease screening pilot program for certain children. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-07","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5013","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2094644,"bill_number":"H5014","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sonia Felix, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sonia Felix, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5014","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":2094926,"bill_number":"H4976","title":"Relative to littering","description":"Relative to littering","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4976/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4976","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2095544,"bill_number":"H4988","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4988/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4988","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2095568,"bill_number":"H4984","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, March 16, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4984","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2100314,"bill_number":"H4981","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","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4981/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4981","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2100339,"bill_number":"H4951","title":"To address barriers to HIV prevention medication","description":"To address barriers to HIV prevention medication","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4951","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100365,"bill_number":"H4953","title":"Promoting consumer choice in health care","description":"Promoting consumer choice in health care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4953","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100390,"bill_number":"H4961","title":"To increase access to healthcare for ostomy patients","description":"To increase access to healthcare for ostomy patients","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4961","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100417,"bill_number":"H4980","title":"Modernizing the business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors to increase consumer protections","description":"Modernizing the business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors to increase consumer protections","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4980","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2100439,"bill_number":"H4982","title":"Relative to portable wireless device repair","description":"Relative to portable wireless device repair","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4982","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2100466,"bill_number":"H4957","title":"Relative to IUD pain management coverage","description":"Relative to IUD pain management coverage","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4957","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100489,"bill_number":"H2","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 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 2027 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":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Accompanied H5500","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2100516,"bill_number":"H4956","title":"Relating to patient choice in dispensing of clinician-administered drugs","description":"Relating to patient choice in dispensing of clinician-administered drugs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4956","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100542,"bill_number":"H4979","title":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","description":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4979/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4979","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2100569,"bill_number":"H4955","title":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","description":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4955","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100665,"bill_number":"H4960","title":"Relative to ensuring access to neurological disorder screenings for firefighters","description":"Relative to ensuring access to neurological disorder screenings for firefighters","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4960","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100691,"bill_number":"H4954","title":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","description":"To increase enrollment in affordable health plan networks","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4954","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100741,"bill_number":"H4986","title":"Relative to therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers","description":"Relative to therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4986/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4986","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2100763,"bill_number":"H4958","title":"Relative to opioid use disorder treatment and rehabilitation coverage","description":"Relative to opioid use disorder treatment and rehabilitation coverage","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4958","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100840,"bill_number":"H4978","title":"To promote domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education and training in the field of cosmetology and barbering","description":"To promote domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education and training in the field of cosmetology and barbering","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4978/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4978","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2100865,"bill_number":"H4952","title":"Relative to the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder","description":"Relative to the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4952","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100888,"bill_number":"H4959","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for hearing aids","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for hearing aids","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4959","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100912,"bill_number":"H4950","title":"Relative to insulin access","description":"Relative to insulin access","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4950","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2100929,"bill_number":"H4983","title":"Providing for earlier alcohol sales to be drunk on premises on Sundays","description":"Providing for earlier alcohol sales to be drunk on premises on Sundays","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4983/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4983","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2101102,"bill_number":"H5033","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Message from Her Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H5264","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2101363,"bill_number":"S2931","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to to health care financing matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2931).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2931/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2931","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2101417,"bill_number":"S2932","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Recommended new draft (Keenan) for S2716","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2932","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2101473,"bill_number":"S2930","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to promote motor vehicle safety and habitual offenders, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2930).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2930/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2930","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2101669,"bill_number":"H5035","title":"Relative to Grafton's senior tax exemption","description":"Relative to the senior property tax exemption in the town of Grafton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5035","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2101683,"bill_number":"S2920","title":"Relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program","description":"For legislation relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2920).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2920/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2920","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2101710,"bill_number":"S2933","title":"Authorizing the town of Billerica to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within the town","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Billerica to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within the town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2933/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2933","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2101753,"bill_number":"S2918","title":"Enhancing safety and security for candidates and professionals","description":"For legislation to enhance safety and security for candidates and professionals, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2918)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2918","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2101794,"bill_number":"H5036","title":"Requiring the disclosure of consumer information related to tariffs","description":"Relative to the disclosure of consumer information related to tariffs. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-10-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5453","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5036","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2101817,"bill_number":"S2919","title":"Addressing rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents","description":"For legislation to address rising insurance costs for manufactured home residents, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2919).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2919","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2101859,"bill_number":"H5032","title":"Relative to preparing apprentices in the commonwealth","description":"House bill No. 4994, as amended and as adopted by the House. January 28, 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2101886,"bill_number":"S2934","title":"Education Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare administered by the Department of Early Education and Care","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2934/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2934","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2101908,"bill_number":"H5034","title":"Relative to waiving the maximum age requirement for police officers for Matthew Cummings","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of Matthew Cummings as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5034","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":2101998,"bill_number":"H4970","title":"Municipal powers, permitting and zoning","description":"Municipal powers, permitting and zoning","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4970/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4970","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2102046,"bill_number":"H4999","title":"To protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders","description":"To protect victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4999","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2102119,"bill_number":"H4998","title":"Relative to offenses while driving on a non-administrative license suspension","description":"Relative to offenses while driving on a non-administrative license suspension","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4998","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2102217,"bill_number":"H4997","title":"Relative to accomplice and joint venture criminal liability","description":"Relative to accomplice and joint venture criminal liability","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4997","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2102240,"bill_number":"H4995","title":"Relative to retirement reporting","description":"Relative to retirement reporting","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4995/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4995","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2102264,"bill_number":"H5047","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood","description":"By Representative Rogers of Norwood and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John H. Rogers and others that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to take by eminent domain a certain parcel of land in the town of Norwood. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5192","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5047","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2102283,"bill_number":"H4996","title":"Relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes","description":"Relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4996/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4996","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2103315,"bill_number":"H4985","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4985","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2103329,"bill_number":"H4989","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4989","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2103384,"bill_number":"S2940","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"See H4683","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2940/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2103394,"bill_number":"H5050","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for responding to recent federal actions","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for responding to recent federal actions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H5469","last_action_date":"2026-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2103405,"bill_number":"S2858","title":"To build restorative family and community connection","description":"For legislation relative to regulating visits in state prisons and correctional facilities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2858).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2858/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2858","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2103441,"bill_number":"S2941","title":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to state administration and regulatory oversight matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2941/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2941","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2103450,"bill_number":"S2857","title":"To ensure access to medical parole","description":"For legislationfor legislation to grant elder and medical parole, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2857).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2857/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2857","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2103474,"bill_number":"H5054","title":"Relative to the maintenance of pre-employment physical examination records for public safety personnel in the city of Peabody","description":"Relative to the maintenance of pre-employment physical examination records for public safety personnel in the city of Peabody. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5054/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5054","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2103495,"bill_number":"S2939","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Dighton","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Dighton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2939/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2939","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2103524,"bill_number":"S2942","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Greg Pinkerton, an employee of the department of corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Greg Pinkerton, an employee of the department of corrections. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-24","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2942/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2942","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":2103580,"bill_number":"H5053","title":"Establishing a charter for the town of Orange","description":"That the town of Orange be authorized to establish a town charter for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5053/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5053","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2103691,"bill_number":"H5051","title":"Removing the seating capacity requirements for licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Belmont","description":"Relative to removing the seating capacity requirements for licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Belmont. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5344","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5051","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2103719,"bill_number":"H5052","title":"Relative to town meeting accessibility","description":"Relative to town meeting form of government in the town of Burlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5052/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5052","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2103800,"bill_number":"H5030","title":"To further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments","description":"To further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5030","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2103931,"bill_number":"H5027","title":"Relative to Cimex Lectularius","description":"Relative to Cimex Lectularius","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5027","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2103974,"bill_number":"H5031","title":"Relative to housing court jurisdiction","description":"Relative to housing court jurisdiction","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5031","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2104017,"bill_number":"H5029","title":"Relative to personal injury protection, benefits due and payable.","description":"Relative to personal injury protection, benefits due and payable.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5029","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2104059,"bill_number":"H5025","title":"Relative to allowing spouses to serve as paid caregivers","description":"Relative to allowing spouses to serve as paid caregivers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5025/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5025","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2104145,"bill_number":"H5026","title":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","description":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5026","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2104190,"bill_number":"H5028","title":"Making August 10th Agent Orange Awareness Day in Massachusetts","description":"Making August 10th Agent Orange Awareness Day in Massachusetts","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5028","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2104233,"bill_number":"H4969","title":"Consumer protection and professional licensure matters","description":"Consumer protection and professional licensure matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4969/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4969","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2104312,"bill_number":"H5024","title":"Resolve for a foster care and child care liability insurance special commission","description":"Resolve for a foster care and child care liability insurance special commission","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5024","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2108999,"bill_number":"S2948","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 add certified emergency telecommunicators within the city of Boston to the Group 2 retirement classification.","description":"For legislation to add certified emergency telecommunicators within the city of Boston to the Group 2 retirement classification, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2948).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Discharged by S2750","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2948/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2948","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2109061,"bill_number":"S2952","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education, to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to education matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to safer schools, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2952).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Discharged (on the residue) by S387","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2952/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2952","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2109118,"bill_number":"H5000","title":"To allow single-family homes on small lots in areas with adequate infrastructure","description":"To allow single-family homes on small lots in areas with adequate infrastructure","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109151,"bill_number":"H5004","title":"To improve access to public records","description":"To improve access to public records","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109182,"bill_number":"S2951","title":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 149.00: Race Horse Development Fund","description":"Relative to Race Horse Development Fund","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2951/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109210,"bill_number":"S2945","title":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","description":"Modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2945/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2945","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2109275,"bill_number":"S2953","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"See H3898","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2953/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2953","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":2109306,"bill_number":"S2949","title":"Environment and Natural Resources - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to environment and natural resources late files.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2949/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2949","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2109338,"bill_number":"S2947","title":"Regarding fair housing practices in the Commonwealth","description":"Regarding fair housing practices in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2959","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2947/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2947","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2109396,"bill_number":"S2950","title":"Municipalities and Regional Government - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to municipalities and regional government.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2950/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2950","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2109423,"bill_number":"S2946","title":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant","description":"Relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant (Senate, No. 209),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2946).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2946/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2946","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2109544,"bill_number":"H5011","title":"Order relative to the establishment of a special joint committee on initiative petitions","description":"Relative to the establishment of a special","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5011","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":2109612,"bill_number":"H5020","title":"Relative to unilateral contract changes","description":"Relative to unilateral contract changes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5020","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2109617,"bill_number":"H5001","title":"Relative to election day registration","description":"Relative to election day registration","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109625,"bill_number":"H5008","title":"To Protect Tenants by Limiting Rent Increases","description":"To Protect Tenants by Limiting Rent Increases","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109630,"bill_number":"H5009","title":"Relative to Labor Relations Policies for Committee for Public Counsel Services Employees","description":"Relative to Labor Relations Policies for Committee for Public Counsel Services Employees","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109663,"bill_number":"H5046","title":"To protect the lives of student athletes; Freddy’s law","description":"To protect the lives of student athletes; Freddy’s law","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5046","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2109678,"bill_number":"H5010","title":"To Reform and Regulate Legislative Stipends","description":"To Reform and Regulate Legislative Stipends","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2109687,"bill_number":"H5015","title":"Relative to rate equity for community health centers","description":"Relative to rate equity for community health centers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5015","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2109696,"bill_number":"H5019","title":"Relative to access to health care","description":"Relative to access to health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5019","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2109704,"bill_number":"H5044","title":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations","description":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5044","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
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{"bill_id":2109722,"bill_number":"H5075","title":"Authorizing the Town of Westford to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5345","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5075","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2109729,"bill_number":"H5007","title":"Relative to Reducing the State Personal Income Tax Rate from 5% To 4%","description":"Relative to Reducing the State Personal Income Tax Rate from 5% To 4%","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5007","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2109767,"bill_number":"H5002","title":"To restore a sensible marijuana policy","description":"To restore a sensible marijuana policy","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5002/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5002","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2109817,"bill_number":"H5038","title":"To improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation","description":"To improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5038","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
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{"bill_id":2109837,"bill_number":"H5021","title":"To expand the doula workforce","description":"To expand the doula workforce","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5021","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
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{"bill_id":2109931,"bill_number":"H5023","title":"Relative to sexual harassment workplace training","description":"Relative to sexual harassment workplace training","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5023/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5023","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2109939,"bill_number":"H5018","title":"Increasing access to acute hospital at home services","description":"Increasing access to acute hospital at home services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5018","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2110716,"bill_number":"S2881","title":"Protecting students abroad","description":"For legislation to protect students abroad, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2881).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2881/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2881","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2111000,"bill_number":"S2756","title":"To support college students in recovery","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to opioid overdose prevention in college housing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2756).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-12-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2756/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2756","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2111811,"bill_number":"S2646","title":"To transform the Commonwealth’s emergency response system and create housing strategies to end the homelessness of unaccompanied adults","description":"For legislation to provide for analysis of MassHealth claims data in relation to homeless management information systems data related to Medicaid costs associated with persons experiencing homelessness, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2646).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2025-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2646","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2111834,"bill_number":"H5078","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5078","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2111839,"bill_number":"S2955","title":"To reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to safer schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2955).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2955/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2955","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2111865,"bill_number":"S2938","title":"To promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote increased access to patient care through equitable reimbursement (Senate, No. 783), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2938).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S783","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2938/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2938","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2111868,"bill_number":"S2936","title":"Upgrading elections infrastructure, improving voting access, and reducing municipal burden","description":"For legislation to upgrade elections infrastructure, improve voting access, and reduce municipal burden, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2936)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2936/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2936","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2111879,"bill_number":"H5074","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 27, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, February 27, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5074","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2111905,"bill_number":"H5085","title":"Significantly alleviating poverty","description":"Relative to family support and poverty alleviation. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-19","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5085","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":2111915,"bill_number":"S2943","title":"Protecting against discrimination in lobbying","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to close a loophole in lobbying law, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2943).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2943/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2943","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2111920,"bill_number":"S2944","title":"Establishing a jail and prison construction moratorium","description":"For legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2944).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2944/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2944","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2111929,"bill_number":"H5082","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5082","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2111933,"bill_number":"H5087","title":"Regulating the operation of medical spas","description":"For legislation to regulate the operation of medical spas. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5455","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5087","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2111950,"bill_number":"H5083","title":"Authorizing the City of Westfield to convert one seasonal off-premises all alcoholic beverages license to an annual license","description":"That the city of Westfield be authorized to convert one seasonal off-premises all alcoholic beverages license to an annual license in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5346","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5083","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2111964,"bill_number":"H5088","title":"Designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-12-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5088","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2111967,"bill_number":"H5084","title":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to grant a non- transferable license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise","description":"That the town of Bourne be authorized to grant a non-transferable license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5347","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5084","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2111980,"bill_number":"H5077","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5077","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2111985,"bill_number":"H5086","title":"Conforming with the Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 and ensuring uniform faithful Presidential electors","description":"Relative to the electoral count and presidential electors. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5086","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":2111996,"bill_number":"S2935","title":"Reforming campaign finance laws","description":"For legislation relative to campaign finance reform, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2935).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2935/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2935","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2111999,"bill_number":"S2937","title":"Resolve further regulating town elections in the town of Canton","description":"For legislation to further regulate town elections in the town of Canton, report the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2937).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2937/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2937","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2112017,"bill_number":"H4789","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to pharmacy matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4789/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4789","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2112033,"bill_number":"H5058","title":"Designating the Charlestown division of Boston Municipal Court as the George Lewis Ruffin Courthouse","description":"Designating the Charlestown division of Boston Municipal Court as the George Lewis Ruffin Courthouse","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5058","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112044,"bill_number":"H5060","title":"Relative to equitable court staffing","description":"Relative to equitable court staffing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5060","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112055,"bill_number":"H5063","title":"To designate the courthouse in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Edward O. Gourdin Courthouse","description":"To designate the courthouse in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Edward O. Gourdin Courthouse","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5063","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112078,"bill_number":"H5066","title":"Health insurance contracting matters","description":"Health insurance contracting matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5066","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2112086,"bill_number":"H4787","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to civil fines and license application","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4787/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4787","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2112108,"bill_number":"H5062","title":"Concerning equitable allocation of recovery proceeds for subrogation claims","description":"Concerning equitable allocation of recovery proceeds for subrogation claims","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5062","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112119,"bill_number":"H5057","title":"Requiring the relocation of the Cambridge District Court","description":"Requiring the relocation of the Cambridge District Court","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5057","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112125,"bill_number":"H4790","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to housing, development and business competitiveness.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4790/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4790","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2112167,"bill_number":"H5055","title":"Providing for equity within the Judicial Branch","description":"Providing for equity within the Judicial Branch","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5055/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5055","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
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{"bill_id":2112187,"bill_number":"H5056","title":"To modify the rules for taking depositions outside the Commonwealth and to adopt the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act","description":"To modify the rules for taking depositions outside the Commonwealth and to adopt the uniform interstate depositions and discovery act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5056","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2112201,"bill_number":"H5059","title":"Relative to judicial security","description":"Relative to judicial security","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5059/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5059","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
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{"bill_id":2112243,"bill_number":"H4786","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to motorcycle driver education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4786/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4786","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":2113266,"bill_number":"S2707","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 matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the automatic renewal of professional licenses, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2707).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2025-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2707/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2707","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":2114332,"bill_number":"H5102","title":"Relative to the town of Reading Home Rule Charter","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Reading. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5102","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2114355,"bill_number":"H5103","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":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5103","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
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{"bill_id":2114483,"bill_number":"H5092","title":"Relative to type 1 diabetes informational materials for the parents and guardians of students","description":"Relative to type 1 diabetes informational materials for the parents and guardians of students","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5092","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":2114535,"bill_number":"H5080","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to telemarketing, billboards and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5080","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2114574,"bill_number":"H5090","title":"Supporting the development of children experiencing homelessness","description":"Supporting the development of children experiencing homelessness","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5090","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2115127,"bill_number":"H5114","title":"Relative to consumer connected devices","description":"Relative to consumer connected devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5663","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5114","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2115145,"bill_number":"H5068","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to agriculture, land use and environment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5068","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2115164,"bill_number":"S2956","title":"Amending the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission","description":"For legislation to amend the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2956/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2956","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":2115184,"bill_number":"H5097","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert seasonal licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to annual licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert seasonal licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to annual licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5097","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2115205,"bill_number":"H5112","title":"Prohibiting genetic discrimination","description":"Relative to prohibiting genetic discrimination in insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-10","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5112","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2115221,"bill_number":"H5115","title":"Establishing statewide food truck regulations","description":"For legislation to establish statewide food truck regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-10-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5115","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2115262,"bill_number":"S2957","title":"Establishing residency requirements for the offices of mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton","description":"Relative to the election of the mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton (Senate, No. 2510).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2957/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2957","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2115275,"bill_number":"H5096","title":"Relative to extending the timeframe within which the town of Southbridge may grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Relative to extending the timeframe within which the town of Southbridge may grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5096","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2115293,"bill_number":"H5073","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to artificial intelligence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5073","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2115334,"bill_number":"H5113","title":"Designating the Marion Stoddart riverwalk","description":"By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Margaret R. Scarsdale that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to designate a certain trail in the J. Harry Rich State Forest in the town of Groton as the Marion Stoddart riverwalk. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-09-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5113","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2115359,"bill_number":"H5116","title":"Designating the Dorchester division of the Boston municipal court as the Judge Leslie E. Harris courthouse","description":"For legislation to designate the Dorchester division of the Boston Municipal Court as Judge Leslie E. Harris courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5116","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2115394,"bill_number":"H5089","title":"To close the achievement gap by addressing disparities in children's vision","description":"To close the achievement gap by addressing disparities in children's vision","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5089","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2115417,"bill_number":"H5107","title":"Relative to the charter and the town clerk in the town of Falmouth","description":"Relative to the charter and the town clerk in the town of Falmouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5412","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5107","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2115488,"bill_number":"H5099","title":"Authorizing the town of Raynham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Raynham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5099","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2115507,"bill_number":"H5111","title":"Prohibiting anticompetitive conduct and agreements and strengthening the Massachusetts Antitrust Act","description":"Relative to prohibiting anticompetitive conduct and agreements and strengthening the Massachusetts Antitrust Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5111","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2115528,"bill_number":"H5108","title":"Relative to the acquisition and disposition of certain land in the town of Falmouth","description":"Relative to the acquisition and disposition of certain land in the town of Falmouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5108","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2115547,"bill_number":"H5072","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to broadband, blockchain technology and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5072","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2115565,"bill_number":"H5064","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to neighborhood stabilization.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5064","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2115585,"bill_number":"H5065","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the MBTA Communities Act and other municipal matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5065","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2115603,"bill_number":"H5109","title":"Authorizing the town of Falmouth to expend funds to offset certain costs associated with the installation of low pressure pumps on private property in future sewer service areas","description":"By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) the town of Falmouth be authorized to expend funds to offset certain costs associated with the installation of low pressure pumps on private property in future sewer service areas in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5109","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2115644,"bill_number":"H5071","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to social media feeds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5071","sponsor":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity"},
{"bill_id":2115661,"bill_number":"H5110","title":"Authorizing the town of Petersham to continue the employment of police department members Richard D. Cooley Jr. and David A. Shoemaker","description":"That the town of Petersham be authorized to continue the employment of police department members Richard D. Cooley, Jr., and David A. Shoemaker, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5110","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2115680,"bill_number":"H5095","title":"Relative to consumer rights of renters","description":"Relative to consumer rights of renters","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5095","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2115711,"bill_number":"H5098","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises upon the return of the license authorized in chapter 67 of the acts of 2008","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises upon the return of the license authorized in chapter 67 of the acts of 2008","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5098","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2116907,"bill_number":"S2959","title":"Regarding fair housing practices in the Commonwealth","description":"Regarding fair housing practices in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2959/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2118123,"bill_number":"H4919","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to parent supports, day cares and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4919/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4919","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2118129,"bill_number":"H5122","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Labor and Workforce Development is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5122","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2118136,"bill_number":"S2961","title":"Authorizing the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3052","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2961/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2961","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2118142,"bill_number":"S2958","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of Brookfield","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of Brookfield","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2958/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2958","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2118146,"bill_number":"H5105","title":"Higher education opportunities","description":"Higher education opportunities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5105","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2118154,"bill_number":"H5130","title":"Relative to liquor licenses in the town of East Bridgewater","description":"That the town of East Bridgewater be authorized to issue up to four additional licenses 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":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5582","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5130","sponsor":"Bridget Plouffe"},
{"bill_id":2118162,"bill_number":"H5067","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5067","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2118166,"bill_number":"H5129","title":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Stow","description":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Stow","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2118180,"bill_number":"H5070","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to human resources, commission sales rates, minors and meetings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5070","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2118197,"bill_number":"H4932","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4932/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4932","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2118205,"bill_number":"H5128","title":"Providing for the establishment of a board to oversee use and occupancy payments for manufactured housing community accommodations in the city of Attleboro, Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the establishment of a board to oversee use and occupancy payments for manufactured housing community accommodations in the city of Attleboro. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5128","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":2118211,"bill_number":"S2960","title":"Clarifying call firefighter rights","description":"Clarifying call firefighter rights","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2960/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2960","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":2118218,"bill_number":"H5124","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5124","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2118222,"bill_number":"H5069","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5069","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":2118233,"bill_number":"H5123","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5123","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2118239,"bill_number":"H4923","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Housing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4923/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4923","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2118247,"bill_number":"H5106","title":"Student representation and public private partnerships","description":"Student representation and public private partnerships","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5106","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2118253,"bill_number":"H5079","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, March 13, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5079","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2118260,"bill_number":"H5104","title":"Debt-free education and other matters","description":"Debt-free education and other matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5104","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":2118261,"bill_number":"H5081","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to funeral homes, motor vehicles and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5081","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2120008,"bill_number":"H5136","title":"Increasing the maximum amount of penalties which may be imposed for violations of ordinances in the city of Newton","description":"Relative to increasing the maximum amount of penalties for violations of ordinances in the city of Newton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5136","sponsor":"Greg Schwartz"},
{"bill_id":2120076,"bill_number":"H5140","title":"Creating parity among Massachusetts beaches","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Habitat Conservation Plan. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5140/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5140","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2120110,"bill_number":"H5139","title":"Establishing a review process of guidelines for managing recreational use of beaches to protect piping plovers, terns, and their habitats in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a review process of guidelines for managing recreational use of beaches to protect piping plovers, terns and their habitats. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5139","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2120193,"bill_number":"H5138","title":"Relative to consumer protections for low valued legal tender scarcity","description":"Relative to consumer protections for low valued legal tender scarcity. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5450","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5138","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":2120231,"bill_number":"H5141","title":"Promoting recreation on Massachusetts beaches","description":"Relative to over-sand vehicle access and other recreational activities on beaches. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5307","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5141","sponsor":"Kenneth Sweezey"},
{"bill_id":2120311,"bill_number":"S2963","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to use certain land acquired for conservation purposes for school purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Milton to use certain land acquired for conservation purposes for school purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2963/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2963","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":2120348,"bill_number":"H5137","title":"To protecting Avian rights and restricting ongoing trade","description":"Relative to the sale of parrots. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-07-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5643","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5137","sponsor":"Shirley Arriaga"},
{"bill_id":2120386,"bill_number":"S2962","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Amendment #36 (Miranda) adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2962/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2962","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2120439,"bill_number":"H5127","title":"Relative to kratom","description":"Relative to kratom","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5127","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2120464,"bill_number":"H5118","title":"Certain municipal administrative matters","description":"Certain municipal administrative matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5118","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2120477,"bill_number":"H5131","title":"Empowering municipalities and local governments","description":"Empowering municipalities and local governments","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5131","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2120488,"bill_number":"H5125","title":"Limiting the use of prison labor","description":"Limiting the use of prison labor","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5125","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2120509,"bill_number":"H5117","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the Athol-Royalston Regional School District Financial Stability Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4720","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5117","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2120521,"bill_number":"H5119","title":"Travel mileage rate fees for sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and constables","description":"Travel mileage rate fees for sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and constables","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5119/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5119","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2120548,"bill_number":"H5121","title":"The operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull","description":"The operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5121","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2120565,"bill_number":"H5120","title":"Institutional master plans","description":"Institutional master plans","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5120","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2120576,"bill_number":"H5126","title":"Relative to treatment, not incarceration","description":"Relative to treatment, not incarceration","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5126","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2123149,"bill_number":"H5151","title":"Relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness","description":"Relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5175","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5151","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2123800,"bill_number":"H5155","title":"Amendment Filing Deadline for House No. 5151","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. February 25, 2026.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5155","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2123806,"bill_number":"H5143","title":"Miscellaneous Transportation matters","description":"Miscellaneous Transportation matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5143","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2123845,"bill_number":"S2971","title":"The Judiciary -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to judiciary matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2971/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2971","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":2123857,"bill_number":"H5142","title":"Transportation financing mechanisms","description":"Transportation financing mechanisms","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5142","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":2123907,"bill_number":"H5162","title":"Designating a segment of Route 20 as the Brodeur Curve","description":"By Representatives Frost of Auburn and Marsi of Charlton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul K. Frost, John J. Marsi and others that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation designate a segment of State Route 20 in the town of Oxford as the Brodeur curve in honor of Michael and Kyle Brodeur of Charlton. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5162","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":2123928,"bill_number":"S2964","title":"Health Care Financing -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to health care financing matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2964/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2964","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2123947,"bill_number":"H5145","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to deer population control and park fee exemptions for veterans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5145","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2123959,"bill_number":"H5153","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 26, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 26, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5153","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2123977,"bill_number":"H5157","title":"Relative to safer schools","description":"Relative to safety in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-20","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 05/05/2026 from 01:00 PM-01:15 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-05-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5157","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2124005,"bill_number":"H5158","title":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust, and equal constitutional treatment (\"The PROTECT Act\")","description":"For legislation to further regulate state and local participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5293","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5158","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2124024,"bill_number":"H5132","title":"Rail and transit","description":"Rail and transit","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5132","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2124034,"bill_number":"H5152","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on the Judiciary is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5152","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
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{"bill_id":2124080,"bill_number":"H5144","title":"Keolis contract and tolls","description":"Keolis contract and tolls","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5144","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":2124380,"bill_number":"S2968","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes","description":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 184 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2968/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2968","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":2126789,"bill_number":"H5175","title":"Relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness","description":"House bill No. 5151, as amended and as adopted by the House. February 26, 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Barrett-Creem-Tarr), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5175","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2127035,"bill_number":"H5148","title":"Preventing the discharge of radioactive materials","description":"Preventing the discharge of radioactive materials","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5148","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2127438,"bill_number":"H5167","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tenure of the officers of the state staff, contractor liability and an audit of the Department of Unemployment Assistance related to unemployment fraud.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5167","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2127454,"bill_number":"H5169","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to public contacts and state agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5169","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2127478,"bill_number":"H5156","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5156","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":2127492,"bill_number":"H5187","title":"Creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund","description":"For legislation to establish a grant program to reduce poverty and create an ENOUGH fund advisory committee. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5560","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5187","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2127508,"bill_number":"H5168","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to public records, proclamation of certain days, official designations and other state administration and regulatory oversight issues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5168","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":2127592,"bill_number":"H5166","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to official designations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5166","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2127620,"bill_number":"H5189","title":"Authorizing Bradford G. Merkel to take the state police examination notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Representative Berthiaume of Spencer and Senator Durant, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., that Bradford G. Merkel be authorized to take the state police examination notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5189","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2127645,"bill_number":"H5188","title":"Establishing a special commission to study access to unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth","description":"By Representatives Luddy of Orleans and Tarsky of Needham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Hadley Luddy for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study access to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2026 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing location changed","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Labor and Workforce Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5188","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2127654,"bill_number":"H5163","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to freeze residential tax rate or valuation for the elderly and to further regulate surcharges on real property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5163","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2127677,"bill_number":"H5164","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tax issues for seniors, veterans and persons with disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5164","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":2127707,"bill_number":"H5165","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to senior citizen tax exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5165","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":2128182,"bill_number":"S2990","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to financial technology services","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2990/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2990","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
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{"bill_id":2129642,"bill_number":"S2973","title":"To provide continuum of care for severe mental illness","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill to provide continuum of care for severe mental illness (Senate, No. 1115), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2973).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2973/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2973","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
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{"bill_id":2129683,"bill_number":"H5176","title":"To improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education","description":"To improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5176","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2129710,"bill_number":"S2984","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 to eliminate barriers and expand abortion access for patients under the age of 16.","description":"For legislation to eliminate barriers and expand abortion access for patients under the age of 16, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2984).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2984/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2984","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
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{"bill_id":2129749,"bill_number":"S2985","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Cannabis Policy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to enable private donations to the cannabis social equity trust fund.","description":"For legislation to enable private donations to the cannabis social equity trust fund, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2985).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2985/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2985","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2129763,"bill_number":"S2994","title":"MCRC 2026 Annual Report","description":"MCRC 2026 Annual Report","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2994/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2994","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2129860,"bill_number":"S2993","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"See H4769","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2993/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2993","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2129960,"bill_number":"H5192","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5553","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5192","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":2130014,"bill_number":"S2989","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 matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the divestment from entity which manufactures, produces, promotes, sells, or distributes holds weapons of mass destruction, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2989).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2989/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2989","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
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{"bill_id":2130970,"bill_number":"H5194","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to state-owned land and tax records","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5194","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2130981,"bill_number":"H5185","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to artists, choreographer laureate, poet laureate and tourism marketing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5185","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2130994,"bill_number":"H5134","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tolls and fares","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5134","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2131003,"bill_number":"H5184","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to state properties, public officials and employees, construction, lobbying and other related issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5184","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2131012,"bill_number":"S2980","title":"Promoting fair and affordable housing","description":"For legislation to promote fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2980).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2980/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2980","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2131029,"bill_number":"H5221","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 26, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 26, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5221/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5221","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2131046,"bill_number":"H5212","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to insurance for in-patient substance use treatment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5212/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5212","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2131057,"bill_number":"H5196","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to revenue from advertising and economic development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5196","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2131068,"bill_number":"H5135","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to railroads","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5135","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2131083,"bill_number":"H4918","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to electronic backpacks for foster children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4918/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4918","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2131092,"bill_number":"H5183","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to state agencies, designating official day, regulations and other related issues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5183","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2131109,"bill_number":"H5186","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the position of poet laureate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5186","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":2131121,"bill_number":"H5220","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5220/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5220","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2131136,"bill_number":"H5195","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to property and local taxes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5195","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2131153,"bill_number":"H5227","title":"Further regulating the filling of vacancies on the city council relative to the office of ward councilor in the City of Marlborough","description":"For legislation to further regulate the filling of vacancies on the city council relative to the office of ward councilor in the city of Marlborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5227/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5227","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":2131163,"bill_number":"H5211","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to home insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5211/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5211","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2131171,"bill_number":"H5198","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to creating the Office of the Inspector General Recovery Fund and treasury operations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5198","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2131179,"bill_number":"S3004","title":"Authorizing print-free digital legal notices in the city of Newton","description":"For legislation to authorize print-free digital legal notices in the city of Newton, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3004).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3004/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3004","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2132796,"bill_number":"H5224","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to banking matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5224/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5224","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2132799,"bill_number":"H5225","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance mandated benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5225/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5225","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2132805,"bill_number":"H5205","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to advertising and economic development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5205/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5205","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2132815,"bill_number":"S2987","title":"To encourage retirement planning","description":"For legislation to encourage retirement planning, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2987).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2987/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2987","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2132822,"bill_number":"H5217","title":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","description":"Restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5217/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5217","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2132833,"bill_number":"H5226","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5226/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5226","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2132839,"bill_number":"H5246","title":"Granting creditable service for Jason Patrissi","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa that the State Board of Retirement be authorized to grant creditable service to Jason Patrissi, an employee of the probation service and a member of the state employees’ retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5535 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5246","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
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{"bill_id":2132904,"bill_number":"H5248","title":"Authorizing the city of Beverly to continue the employment of John G. LeLacheur as police chief","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to continue the employment of John G. LeLacheur as police chief in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5248/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5248","sponsor":"Hannah Bowen"},
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{"bill_id":2133025,"bill_number":"H5245","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Courtney Cochran, an employee of the Department of Children & Families (DCF)","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Courtney Cochran, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5245","sponsor":"John Marsi"},
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{"bill_id":2133049,"bill_number":"S3012","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Aging and Independence to make an investigation and study of certain a current Senate documents relative to improving transparency and accountability for residents of long-term care","description":"For legislation to improve transparency and accountability for residents of long-term care, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3012).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3012/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3012","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2133061,"bill_number":"S2982","title":"Relative to the use of credit reporting for rent-subsidized tenants","description":"For legislation relative to the use of credit reporting in housing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2982).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2982/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2982","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2133071,"bill_number":"S2974","title":"To provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill to provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care (Senate, No. 1401), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2974).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2974/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2974","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2133087,"bill_number":"H5214","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to alternative health care and dentistry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5214/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5214","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2133097,"bill_number":"H5216","title":"Relative to forest protection","description":"Relative to forest protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5216/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5216","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2133105,"bill_number":"H5228","title":"Granting Uxbridge the ability to post public meeting notices","description":"Granting Uxbridge the ability to post public meeting notices","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5228/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5228","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2133111,"bill_number":"S3014","title":"Promoting pet equity, treatment and safety","description":"Promoting pet equity, treatment and safety","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S3028","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3014/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3014","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2133122,"bill_number":"H5231","title":"Establishing peer respites throughout the Commonwealth","description":"Establishing peer respites throughout the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5231/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5231","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2133131,"bill_number":"H5244","title":"To repeal archaic laws criminalizing pregnancy","description":"Relative to the concealment of the death of child born out of wedlock. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2026-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5244/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5244","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2133139,"bill_number":"H5202","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to traffic signals","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5202/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5202","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2133148,"bill_number":"H5222","title":"Relative to preventing algorithmic rent fixing in the rental housing market","description":"Relative to preventing algorithmic rent fixing in the rental housing market","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5222/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5222","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2133154,"bill_number":"H5213","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to banks, mortgages, vaccinations and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5213/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5213","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2133161,"bill_number":"H5229","title":"Modernizing the six fundamental rights","description":"Modernizing the six fundamental rights","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5229/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5229","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2133180,"bill_number":"S3017","title":"Directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Elijah George Osborne","description":"For legislation to direct the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Elijah George Osborne. Public Service. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3017/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3017","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":2133198,"bill_number":"S3015","title":"Order relative to requesting the opinions of the Honorable the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to the public records law","description":"Relativerelative to the public records law","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Rules suspended and adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3015/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3015","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2133254,"bill_number":"S3016","title":"Order relative to requesting the opinions of the Honorable the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to legislative stipends","description":"Relativerelative to legislative stipends","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Rules suspended and adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3016/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3016","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2134053,"bill_number":"H5237","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to veterans, seniors and agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5237","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2134080,"bill_number":"H5240","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to housing assistance, resettlement and social service programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5240","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2134094,"bill_number":"H5241","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to cottage foods and pet cemeteries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5241","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2134109,"bill_number":"H5234","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to death certificates, children's health, food safety and other public health issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5234/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5234","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2134138,"bill_number":"H5233","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to licensure of dietitians and nutritionists","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5233","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2134153,"bill_number":"H5238","title":"Certain Revenue petitions pertaining to taxation & tax payments","description":"Certain Revenue petitions pertaining to taxation & tax payments","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5238","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2134165,"bill_number":"H5260","title":"Relative to equal state tax treatment for foreign Social Security-equivalent benefits","description":"Relative to taxation of certain foreign government pension benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5575","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5260","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2134209,"bill_number":"H5236","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to fees and local taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5236","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2134237,"bill_number":"H5242","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to fisheries, farms and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5242","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2134252,"bill_number":"H5239","title":"Certain Revenue petitions relative to income & estates","description":"Certain Revenue petitions relative to income & estates","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5239","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2134274,"bill_number":"H5261","title":"Amending the town charter in the town of Oxford","description":"For legislation to amend the town charter in the town of Oxford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5261","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2134288,"bill_number":"H5235","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to medical procedures, vaccinations, public health systems and other public health issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5235","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2135117,"bill_number":"H5264","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-18","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5280","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5264/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5264","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2135550,"bill_number":"H5263","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, June 15, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, June 15, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5263","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2135556,"bill_number":"H5255","title":"Allowing for fiscal resilience through authorization of strategic investment in stable digital financial assets","description":"Allowing for fiscal resilience through authorization of strategic investment in stable digital financial assets","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5255/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5255","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2135568,"bill_number":"S3022","title":"Creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund (\"The ENOUGH Act\")","description":"For legislation to create the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments, and households fund. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3022/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3022","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":2135587,"bill_number":"H5259","title":"To preserve and advance Massachusetts' competitiveness in discovery, research, and innovation for a vibrant economy","description":"To preserve and advance Massachusetts' competitiveness in discovery, research, and innovation for a vibrant economy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-18","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5259","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2135634,"bill_number":"S3021","title":"Updating Massachusetts student transportation","description":"For legislation to update Massachusetts student transportation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3021/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3021","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2135700,"bill_number":"H5257","title":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Health is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5257","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
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{"bill_id":2136057,"bill_number":"S3024","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth.","description":"For legislation to provide for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3024).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged by S2905","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3024/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3024","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":2136090,"bill_number":"S3026","title":"Providing equal opportunity for residents to vote on establishment of the Great River Regional School District","description":"For legislation to provide equal opportunity for residents to vote on establishment of the Great River Regional School District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"New draft substituted (Comerford), see S3181","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3026/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3026","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
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{"bill_id":2136173,"bill_number":"S3007","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to prohibiting video recording or broadcasting while driving.","description":"For legislation to prohibit video recording or broadcasting while driving, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3007).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3007/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3007","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2136180,"bill_number":"S3019","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to establish credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters.","description":"For legislation to establish credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3019).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged by S2907","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3019/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3019","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2136183,"bill_number":"S3020","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to exempt certain positions in the city of Taunton from civil service status, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3020).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3020/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3020","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2136206,"bill_number":"H5253","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to voting rights, ranked choice voting and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5253/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5253","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2136218,"bill_number":"H5249","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to toxic sludge and foreign-own land.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Order reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Joint Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5249","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2136228,"bill_number":"H5268","title":"To promote urban agriculture in environmental justice communities","description":"To promote urban agriculture in environmental justice communities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5268/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5268","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2136244,"bill_number":"H5266","title":"To end the taking of horseshoe crabs for bait","description":"To end the taking of horseshoe crabs for bait","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5266/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5266","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2136292,"bill_number":"H5252","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to state grants, job creation and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5252","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2136307,"bill_number":"H5267","title":"Protecting drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution","description":"Protecting drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5267/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5267","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2136320,"bill_number":"H5254","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to passenger safety, correctional facilities and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5254","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2136329,"bill_number":"H5250","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to high impact fisheries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5250","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries"},
{"bill_id":2136341,"bill_number":"H5251","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to residency affidavits for candidates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5251/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5251","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2136749,"bill_number":"H5286","title":"Relative to specific medical diagnoses regarding the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relative to specific medical diagnoses of certain children involved with the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5628","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5286/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5286","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":2136885,"bill_number":"S3028","title":"Promoting pet equity, treatment and safety","description":"Promoting pet equity, treatment and safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed - (O'Day-Lewis-Howitt), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3028/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2136897,"bill_number":"H5284","title":"Furthering enrollment preferences for high need students","description":"Furthering enrollment preferences for high need students","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5284/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5284","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2136929,"bill_number":"H5297","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Suzanne Garcia a member of the state employee’s retirement system and the Framingham retirement system","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Suzanne Garcia a member of the state employees' retirement system and the Framingham retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5536 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5297/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5297","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2136948,"bill_number":"S3029","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Amendment #42 (Tarr) rejected","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3029/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3029","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2136978,"bill_number":"H5296","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-08","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5296/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5296","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2136984,"bill_number":"S3031","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Stephanie Rivera, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephanie Rivera, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3031/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3031","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2137018,"bill_number":"H5279","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5375","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5279/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5279","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2137054,"bill_number":"H5285","title":"Relative to neurodiversity education","description":"Relative to neurodiversity education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5285/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5285","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2137078,"bill_number":"H5298","title":"Relative to senior property tax credits","description":"Relative to senior property tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5298/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5298","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2137095,"bill_number":"H5269","title":"Gaming matters","description":"Gaming matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5269/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5269","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2137114,"bill_number":"H5282","title":"Expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare","description":"Expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5282/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5282","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2137127,"bill_number":"H5283","title":"Relative to providing health education in schools","description":"Relative to providing health education in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5283/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5283","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2137146,"bill_number":"H5293","title":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust, and equal constitutional treatment (\"The PROTECT Act\")","description":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust, and equal constitutional treatment (\"The PROTECT Act\")","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5305","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5293/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5293","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2137161,"bill_number":"H5294","title":"Establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in the town of Worthington","description":"For legislation to establish a temporary moratorium on large scale ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in the town of Worthington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5480 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5294/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5294","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":2137177,"bill_number":"H5295","title":"Relative to regulation of minors on social media","description":"For legislation to further regulate social media accounts for persons under 16 years of age. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5295/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5295","sponsor":"Michael Kushmerek"},
{"bill_id":2137246,"bill_number":"S2992","title":"Establishing medical civil rights","description":"For legislation to establish medical civil rights, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2992).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3067","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2992/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2992","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2137334,"bill_number":"S2991","title":"To safeguard civil rights and civil liberties","description":"For legislation to restore enforcement of civil rights, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2991).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2991/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2991","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2137517,"bill_number":"H5305","title":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment","description":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5316","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5305/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5305","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2137568,"bill_number":"H5304","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5304/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5304","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2137610,"bill_number":"S3030","title":"Public Health - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to establish a celiac disease screening pilot program","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3030/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3030","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":2138146,"bill_number":"H5308","title":"Relative to the town administrator of the town of Carlisle","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4414). March 25, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5308/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5308","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2138221,"bill_number":"H5271","title":"To clarify the minimum age for the sale of adult-use products or services","description":"To clarify the minimum age for the sale of adult-use products or services","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5271/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5271","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138236,"bill_number":"H5277","title":"Relative to restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod","description":"Relative to restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5277/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5277","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2138245,"bill_number":"H5278","title":"Relative to noise report data and good neighbor policy at Beverly Regional Airport","description":"Relative to noise report data and good neighbor policy at Beverly Regional Airport","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5278/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5278","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":2138283,"bill_number":"H5275","title":"Reducing emergency department boarding","description":"Reducing emergency department boarding","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5275/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5275","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2138290,"bill_number":"H5276","title":"Ending unnecessary hospitalizations","description":"Ending unnecessary hospitalizations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5276/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5276","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2138313,"bill_number":"H5272","title":"To effectuate Massachusetts’ participation in the social work licensure compact","description":"To effectuate Massachusetts’ participation in the social work licensure compact","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5272/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5272","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138327,"bill_number":"H5291","title":"To promote low-income access to solar","description":"To promote low-income access to solar","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5291/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5291","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
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{"bill_id":2138376,"bill_number":"H5290","title":"To streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure","description":"To streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5290/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5290","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2138598,"bill_number":"H5301","title":"To regulate junk fees in rental housing and advance housing production","description":"To regulate junk fees in rental housing and advance housing production","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5301/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5301","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2138604,"bill_number":"H5281","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to fraud, exploitation, criminal offenses, firearms, drugs, juvenile matters and other judiciary related issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5281/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5281","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2138611,"bill_number":"H5316","title":"Promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment","description":"House bill No. 5305, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. March 25, 2026.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Reported by H5620","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5316/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2138623,"bill_number":"S2999","title":"To clarify the minimum age for the sale and purchase of adult-use products","description":"For legislation to clarify a consistent statewide minimum age for the sale and purchase of adult-use products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2999).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2999/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2999","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138630,"bill_number":"H5317","title":"Authorizing the grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land near Joslin Park in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5317/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5317","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":2138652,"bill_number":"S2997","title":"To study modernizing charitable organization funding opportunities","description":"For legislation to modernize charitable organization fundraising opportunities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2997).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2997/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2997","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138662,"bill_number":"S3032","title":"The Judiciary -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to judiciary matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3032/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3032","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":2138675,"bill_number":"S3010","title":"Providing for settlements of tax liability","description":"For legislation to provide for settlements of tax liability, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3010).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3010/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3010","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2138687,"bill_number":"S3033","title":"Authorizing the grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the grant of easements in or taking of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Consolidated with H5317","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3033/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3033","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2138691,"bill_number":"H5315","title":"Relative to the Veterans Memorial Rink located in the city of Waltham","description":"By Representative Stanley of Waltham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas M. Stanley that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to provide the city of Waltham with a right of first refusal over the lease of the Veterans Memorial rink in said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5567","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5315/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5315","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2138702,"bill_number":"S3005","title":"Relative to voting on regional planning board proposed regional agreements","description":"For legislation relative to voting on proposed regional school districts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3005).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3005/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3005","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2138714,"bill_number":"H5303","title":"Expanding access to perimenopause and menopause care","description":"Expanding access to perimenopause and menopause care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5303/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5303","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2138734,"bill_number":"H5299","title":"To ensure parity in social work licensure","description":"To ensure parity in social work licensure","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5299/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5299","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2138742,"bill_number":"S3000","title":"To study promoting access to professional development programming in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further assist employees through professional development training, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3000).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3000/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3000","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138764,"bill_number":"H5300","title":"Protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation","description":"Protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5300/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5300","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2138775,"bill_number":"S2998","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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2998).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2998/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2998","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2138786,"bill_number":"H5302","title":"Helping employees after a relative’s tragedy","description":"Helping employees after a relative’s tragedy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5302/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5302","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2138793,"bill_number":"H5314","title":"Providing for condominium conversion of co-owned two-unit buildings","description":"Relative to condominium conversion of co-owned two-unit buildings. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5314/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5314","sponsor":"Amy Sangiolo"},
{"bill_id":2138806,"bill_number":"S3001","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for licensed massage therapists","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for licensed massage therapists, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3001).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3001/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3001","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2139345,"bill_number":"H5310","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to care facilities, home care and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5310/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5310","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2139373,"bill_number":"H5312","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to public service matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H2976","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5312/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5312","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2139390,"bill_number":"H5307","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to hunting, water quality and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4101","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5307/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5307","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2139403,"bill_number":"H5288","title":"Authorizing the City of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter","description":"Authorizing the City of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-24","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5288/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5288","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2139420,"bill_number":"H5289","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Norwood","description":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Norwood","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5289/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5289","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2139435,"bill_number":"H5319","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to mental health, substance use and recovery matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5319/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5319","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2139451,"bill_number":"H5306","title":"To ensure alcoholic beverages licensing economic opportunity and geographic equity","description":"To ensure alcoholic beverages licensing economic opportunity and geographic equity","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5306/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5306","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2139483,"bill_number":"H5287","title":"Relative to compliance officers at the Department of Fire Services","description":"Relative to compliance officers at the Department of Fire Services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5287/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5287","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2139512,"bill_number":"S3035","title":"Health Care Financing -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to health care financing matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3035/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3035","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2140346,"bill_number":"S3008","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial vehicles in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to unmanned aerial vehicles in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3008).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3008/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3008","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2140372,"bill_number":"S3037","title":"Transportation - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to transportation matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3037/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3037","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":2140411,"bill_number":"S3039","title":"Revenue - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to revenue matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3039/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3039","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2140438,"bill_number":"S3038","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to health care financing matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3038).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3038/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3038","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2140448,"bill_number":"S3009","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 legislation to extend MBTA service of The Ride to the town of Foxborough, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3009).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3009/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3009","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2140804,"bill_number":"H5331","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S1859","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5331/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5331","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2140809,"bill_number":"S3036","title":"To expedite MBTA maintenance, repair, and improvement project delivery","description":"For legislationfor legislation to exempt certain public transit and active transportation projects from MEPA review, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3036).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3036/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3036","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2140814,"bill_number":"S3042","title":"Authorizing the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Joseph D. Ryan","description":"For legislation to authorize the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Joseph D. Ryan. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3042/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3042","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2140818,"bill_number":"H5334","title":"Authorizing an increase in the limit of the local (hotel) excise tax that the town of Franklin may impose","description":"That the town of Franklin be authorized to increase the limit of the local hotel excise tax in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5334/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5334","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":2140823,"bill_number":"S3041","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"See H5280","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3041/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3041","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2140833,"bill_number":"H5311","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to political contributions, voter registration and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5311/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5311","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2140838,"bill_number":"H5309","title":"Study Order","description":"Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5309/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5309","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2140845,"bill_number":"S3034","title":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts public health from Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) a group of chemicals that are used in many consumer products and industrial processes, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3034).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Referred on motion (Durant) to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3034/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3034","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2140852,"bill_number":"H5321","title":"Empowering municipalities and local governments","description":"Relative to empowering municipalities and local governments [for message, see House, No. 56] as relates to sections 18, 19, 83, 84 and 88. Public Service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5321/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5321","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":2140860,"bill_number":"H5333","title":"Pertaining to Holyoke's residency requirement","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to amend its charter to require that elected officials be citizens and residents for at least two years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5333/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5333","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2140863,"bill_number":"S3027","title":"Criminalizing harassment resulting in serious bodily injury or death of another","description":"For legislation relative to preventing suicide, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3027)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3027/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3027","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2140873,"bill_number":"H5335","title":"Establishing the official crustacean of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the American lobster as the official crustacean of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5335/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5335","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2140879,"bill_number":"S3011","title":"Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of establishing a tunnel to connect the campuses of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school (\"ENSATS”)","description":"For legislation to establish a tunnel to connect the campuses of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school, report the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 3011).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3011/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3011","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2140890,"bill_number":"S3044","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Alec Ciminello","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Alec Ciminello. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-10-09","last_action":"Discharged from committee and recommitted to the committee on Public Service","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3044/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3044","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2140894,"bill_number":"H5318","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tax credits and deductions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5318/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5318","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2140900,"bill_number":"H5320","title":"Study Order","description":"Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5320/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5320","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2140904,"bill_number":"H5332","title":"Addressing a vacancy in the office of mayor in the city of Holyoke","description":"Relative to electing certain city officials and filling related vacancies. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5332/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5332","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2140907,"bill_number":"S3043","title":"Authorizing the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Omar H. Ricketts","description":"For legislation to authorize the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Omar H. Ricketts. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2026-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3043/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3043","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2141168,"bill_number":"S3018","title":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials","description":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3018/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3018","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2141181,"bill_number":"S3040","title":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","description":"Fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3040/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2141194,"bill_number":"H5325","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to renewable energy for heating, cooling and hot water under the zoning law","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5325/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5325","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":2141239,"bill_number":"H5326","title":"Study Order","description":"Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5326/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5326","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2141264,"bill_number":"H5348","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5348/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5348","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2141308,"bill_number":"H5323","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to utilities, electric vehicles, bottle bill expansion and other related issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5323/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5323","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
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{"bill_id":2141358,"bill_number":"H5350","title":"Modernizing the commonwealth’s cannabis laws","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill modernizing the Commonwealth’s cannabis laws (House, No. 4206), reports, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 5350).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5350/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2141562,"bill_number":"H5349","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5366","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5349/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5349","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2141718,"bill_number":"H5358","title":"Authorizing the city of Newton to place municipal charges liens on certain properties in the city of Newton for nonpayment of any local charge, fee or fine","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to place municipal charges liens on certain properties for certain non-payments in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5358/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5358","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2141746,"bill_number":"H5351","title":"Authorizing charity alcohol auctions","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 442). April 8, 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5351/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5351","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2141779,"bill_number":"S3045","title":"Promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce","description":"Promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3045/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3045","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2141793,"bill_number":"S3050","title":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","description":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Amendment #89 (Moore) rejected","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3050/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3050","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2141808,"bill_number":"S3051","title":"Relative to a certain retirement benefit to be paid to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Stephen LaPorta, of the police department of the town of Uxbridge","description":"For legislation relative to a certain retirement benefit to be paid to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Stephen LaPorta, of the police department of the town of Uxbridge. Public Service. [Local approval received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3051/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3051","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2141828,"bill_number":"S3049","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 provide regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators.","description":"For legislation to provide regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3049).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3049/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3049","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2141859,"bill_number":"S3047","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 licensing of earned wage access services providers by the Division of Banks.","description":"Relative to licensing of earned wage access services providers by the Division of Banks, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3047).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3047/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3047","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2141872,"bill_number":"H5359","title":"To provide equitable access to military creditable service for judges","description":"Relative to military creditable service for judges. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5359/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5359","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2141916,"bill_number":"H5329","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5329/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5329","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2141922,"bill_number":"H5330","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to patient access to health care services and unclaimed cremated remains","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5330/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5330","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2142018,"bill_number":"H5363","title":"Modernizing the lease authorization for East Mountain State Forest","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation to extend the lease authorization for East Mountain State Forest. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5363/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5363","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2142042,"bill_number":"H5365","title":"Amending the home rule charter of the town of Falmouth to create the Falmouth Licensing Commission","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to amend its charter to establish the Falmouth licensing commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5365/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5365","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":2142144,"bill_number":"H5364","title":"Further amending Holyoke's residency requirement","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to further regulate residency requirements in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5364/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5364","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2142174,"bill_number":"H5343","title":"Authorizing the town of South Hadley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the town of South Hadley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5343/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5343","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2142176,"bill_number":"H5340","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks","description":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5340/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5340","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2142181,"bill_number":"H5327","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to parking","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5327/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5327","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2142184,"bill_number":"H5342","title":"Authorizing the town of Bridgewater to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcohol beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Bridgewater to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcohol beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5342/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5342","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2142186,"bill_number":"H5341","title":"Establishing HVAC construction supervisor licensing","description":"Establishing HVAC construction supervisor licensing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5341/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5341","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2142191,"bill_number":"H5339","title":"Authorizing the town of Ashland to grant 10 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Ashland to grant 10 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5339/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5339","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2142192,"bill_number":"H5347","title":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5347/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5347","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":2142204,"bill_number":"H5344","title":"Removing the seating capacity requirements of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Belmont","description":"Removing the seating capacity requirements of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Belmont","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5344/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5344","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":2142645,"bill_number":"H5353","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to battery storage facility permitting and penalties for noncompliance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5353/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5353","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
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{"bill_id":2142669,"bill_number":"H5355","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to federal immigration enforcement and police dogs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5355/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5355","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2142678,"bill_number":"H5357","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5357/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5357","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2142686,"bill_number":"H5373","title":"Relative to certain easements","description":"Relative to certain easements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5373/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5373","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2143001,"bill_number":"H5375","title":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5375/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5375","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2143252,"bill_number":"H5376","title":"Relative to assisted living residences in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to assisted living residences. Aging and Independence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5376/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5376","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":2143259,"bill_number":"S3046","title":"Establishing a commission to investigate auto insurance discrimination","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to reduce racial and socioeconomic inequities in auto insurance premium pricing, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3046).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3046/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3046","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2143270,"bill_number":"H5377","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H5493","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5377/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2143279,"bill_number":"S3057","title":"Relative to assisted living residences in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth. Aging and Independence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3176","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3057/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3057","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":2143319,"bill_number":"S3048","title":"To stop cryptocurrency ATM misuse (\"SCAM\" Act)","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish regulations on certain virtual currencies for fraud prevention, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3048).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3048/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3048","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2143333,"bill_number":"S3056","title":"Relative to medication administration in rest homes","description":"For legislation relative to medication administration in rest homes. Aging and Independence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3122","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3056/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3056","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2143341,"bill_number":"H5500","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 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 2027 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":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Consolidated amendment A (Education and Local Aid, Social Services and Veteran Services and Soldiers' Homes) adopted - 132 YEAS to 23 NAYS (See YEA and NAY No. 167 )","last_action_date":"2026-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5500/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5500","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2143366,"bill_number":"H5360","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to electrification of commuter rail lines of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5360/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5360","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2143371,"bill_number":"H5380","title":"Exempting the positions of police chief and deputy police chief in the city of Medford from the civil service law","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to exempt the positions of police chief and deputy police chief from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 192 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5380/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5380","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":2143384,"bill_number":"H5378","title":"Authorizing the town of Marion to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Marion 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":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5451","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5378/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5378","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2143408,"bill_number":"H5379","title":"Relating to the transfer of interest in land in West Brookfield","description":"Relative to the transfer of interest in land in the town of West Brookfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 172 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5379/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5379","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2143411,"bill_number":"H5361","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to worker compensation and work hours","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5361/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5361","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2143415,"bill_number":"H5362","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to wages, compensation and municipal unemployment insurance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5362/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5362","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2143599,"bill_number":"H5384","title":"Authorizing Craig Riley 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 Craig Riley 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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-24","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5384/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5384","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":2143755,"bill_number":"H5383","title":"Granting the town of Oxford 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Oxford be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5452","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5383/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5383","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2143855,"bill_number":"S3058","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth.","description":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Discharged by S2922","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3058/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3058","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2144525,"bill_number":"H5313","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to taxation and tax exemption.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5313/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5313","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2144540,"bill_number":"H5336","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to home insurance, flood insurance, civil, and service contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5336/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5336","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2144616,"bill_number":"S3061","title":"Relative to a certain property in the city of Lowell","description":"For legislation relative to a certain property in the city of Lowell. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S3253","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3061/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3061","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2144654,"bill_number":"H5386","title":"Relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation","description":"Relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5527","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5386/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2144717,"bill_number":"S3060","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Greg Pinkerton, an employee of the department of corrections, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3060).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-21","last_action":"Discharged (on the residue) by S2942","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3060/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3060","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2145398,"bill_number":"H5337","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to broker fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5337/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5337","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2145428,"bill_number":"H5322","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to firearms, police reform and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5322/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5322","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2145437,"bill_number":"H5338","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to addiction services, inpatient treatment and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5338/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5338","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2145450,"bill_number":"H5389","title":"Authorizing the continued employment of Michael Marchand, the fire chief in the town of Upton","description":"That the town of Upton be authorized to continue the employment of Michael Marchand, the fire chief in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5389/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5389","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":2145468,"bill_number":"H5387","title":"Allowing \"print-free\" digital legal notices for the town of Westford","description":"For legislation to authorize print-free digital legal notices in the town of Westford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5387/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5387","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":2145477,"bill_number":"H5385","title":"To provide rapid whole genome sequencing","description":"To provide rapid whole genome sequencing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5385/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5385","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2145489,"bill_number":"S3063","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate documents relative to consumer protection and professional licensure matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish compact agreements between certain states allowing cosmetology licensees to move freely between member states, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3063).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3063/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3063","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2145496,"bill_number":"H5388","title":"Authorizing the transfer of a certain parcel of land in the town of Marion from the Open Space Acquisition Commission to the Select Board","description":"Relative to authorizing the transfer of a certain parcel of land in the town of Marion. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 153 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5388/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5388","sponsor":"Mark Sylvia"},
{"bill_id":2145540,"bill_number":"S3062","title":"Relative to digital right to repair","description":"For legislation relative to digital right to repair; report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3062).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3062/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3062","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2145776,"bill_number":"S3064","title":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","description":"To build resilience for Massachusetts communities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-15","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed - (Finn-Barber-Sweezey), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3064/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2145863,"bill_number":"S3066","title":"Communication from the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to legislative stipends (see House No. 5010) [for opinions, see Senate document numbered 3066]","description":"Communication from the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to legislative stipends (see House No. 5010) [for opinions, see Senate document numbered 3066]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Read and placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3066/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2145891,"bill_number":"S3065","title":"Communication from the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to the public records law (see House No. 5004) [for opinions, see Senate document numbered 3065]","description":"Communication from the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to the public records law (see House No. 5004) [for opinions, see Senate document numbered 3065]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Read and placed on file","last_action_date":"2026-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3065/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2146018,"bill_number":"H5390","title":"Naming \"The Bill Russell and Bob Cousy Highway\"","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3727). April 27, 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-04-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5390/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5390","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2146272,"bill_number":"H5381","title":"Relative to provider choice","description":"Relative to provider choice","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-28","last_action":"Pending new draft of H2384","last_action_date":"2026-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5381/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5381","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2146332,"bill_number":"H5382","title":"Relative to toxic-free medical additives reforming your health","description":"Relative to toxic-free medical additives reforming your health","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-28","last_action":"Pending new draft of H4298","last_action_date":"2026-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5382/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5382","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2146924,"bill_number":"S3072","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-30","last_action":"Amendment #68 (Tarr) rejected","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3072/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3072","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2146991,"bill_number":"S3073","title":"Designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-12-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3073/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3073","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
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{"bill_id":2147036,"bill_number":"S3067","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to health care financing matters.","description":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to health care financing matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-04-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3067/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3067","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2147082,"bill_number":"H5391","title":"Regarding the disability pension for Misael Rodriguez administered by the Springfield retirement board","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2939) [Local Approval Received]. April 30, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 171 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5391/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5391","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2147103,"bill_number":"H5392","title":"Authorizing the town of North Attleborough to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4526) [Local Approval Received]. April 30, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5392/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5392","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2147291,"bill_number":"H5400","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston Department of Parks and Recreation to grant permanent easements over certain land in the city of Woburn and town of Burlington for highway purposes","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to grant permanent easements over certain land in the city of Woburn and town of Burlington to the Commonwealth for highway purposes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5541","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5400/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5400","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":2147337,"bill_number":"H5399","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carla Johnson, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carla Johnson, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5399/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5399","sponsor":"Rodney Elliott"},
{"bill_id":2147673,"bill_number":"H5412","title":"Relative to the charter and the town clerk in the town of Falmouth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 5107) [Local Approval Received]. May 4, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5412/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5412","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2147699,"bill_number":"S3077","title":"To enhance the safe use of micromobility devices","description":"To enhance the safe use of micromobility devices","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3194","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3077/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2147802,"bill_number":"H5501","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 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 2027 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-29","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H5555","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5501/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148107,"bill_number":"S4","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-04","last_action":"Amendment #304 (Dooner) rejected","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S4/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S4","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2148567,"bill_number":"H5372","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to municipal light plants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5372/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5372","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2148572,"bill_number":"H5371","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tax credits, tax exemptions and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5371/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5371","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2148576,"bill_number":"H5401","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ANDREW B. MIKULA\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO ALLOW SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON SMALL LOTS IN AREAS WITH \r\nADEQUATE INFRASTRUCTURE (see House, No. 5000).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ANDREW B. MIKULA\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO ALLOW SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON SMALL LOTS IN AREAS WITH \r\nADEQUATE INFRASTRUCTURE (see House, No. 5000).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5000","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5401/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148578,"bill_number":"H5368","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to climate change staffing levels.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H1044","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5368/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5368","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2148583,"bill_number":"H5414","title":"MINORITY REPORT\r\nON THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nDANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nTO IMPROVE ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5004)","description":"MINORITY REPORT\r\nON THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nDANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nTO IMPROVE ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5004)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5004","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5414/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148584,"bill_number":"H5409","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of VICKI JEAN MCAULEY AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO LABOR RELATIONS POLICIES FOR COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES EMPLOYEES (see House, No. 5009)","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of VICKI JEAN MCAULEY AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO LABOR RELATIONS POLICIES FOR COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES EMPLOYEES (see House, No. 5009)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5009","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5409/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148588,"bill_number":"H5416","title":"Authorizing the town of Lynnfield to appropriate funds from the Golf Enterprise Fund to the Recreation Capital Trust Stabilization Fund","description":"That the town of Lynnfield be authorized to appropriate funds for certain large and long term capital projects in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5416/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5416","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2148590,"bill_number":"H5410","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of JOHN A. LIPPITT AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO REFORM AND REGULATE LEGISLATIVE STIPENDS (see House, No. 5010)","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of JOHN A. LIPPITT AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO REFORM AND REGULATE LEGISLATIVE STIPENDS (see House, No. 5010)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5010","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5410/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148594,"bill_number":"H5415","title":"MINORITY REPORT\r\nON THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nCHRISTOPHER ROBERT ANDERSON \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nRELATIVE TO LIMITING STATE TAX COLLECTION \r\nGROWTH AND RETURNING SURPLUSES TO TAXPAYERS \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5006); AND THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nJAMES JOHN STERGIOS \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nRELATIVE TO REDUCING THE STATE PERSONAL \r\nINCOME TAX RATE FROM 5% TO 4%. \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5007)","description":"MINORITY REPORT\r\nON THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nCHRISTOPHER ROBERT ANDERSON \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nRELATIVE TO LIMITING STATE TAX COLLECTION \r\nGROWTH AND RETURNING SURPLUSES TO TAXPAYERS \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5006); AND THE \r\nINITIATIVE PETITION \r\nOF \r\nJAMES JOHN STERGIOS \r\nAND OTHERS \r\nFOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT \r\nRELATIVE TO REDUCING THE STATE PERSONAL \r\nINCOME TAX RATE FROM 5% TO 4%. \r\n(SEE HOUSE, NO. 5007)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5006 and H5007","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5415/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148596,"bill_number":"S3081","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to prohibiting card interchange fees on tax or gratuity.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3081/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3081","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2148603,"bill_number":"H5408","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ADAM GOMEZ AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO PROTECT TENANTS BY LIMITING RENT INCREASES (see House, No. 5008).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ADAM GOMEZ AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO PROTECT TENANTS BY LIMITING RENT INCREASES (see House, No. 5008).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5008","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5408/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148605,"bill_number":"H5418","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 in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5418/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5418","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":2148609,"bill_number":"H5403","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ANGIE AN-CHI TSO\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO RESTORE A SENSIBLE MARIJUANA POLICY (see House, No. 5002).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of ANGIE AN-CHI TSO\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO RESTORE A SENSIBLE MARIJUANA POLICY (see House, No. 5002).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5002","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5403/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148611,"bill_number":"S3083","title":"Order relative to requesting the opinions of the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment","description":"Relativerelative to “An Act promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment,” as pending before the Massachusetts State Senate.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3083/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3083","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2148614,"bill_number":"S3082","title":"Relative to animal telehealth","description":"For legislation relative to animal telehealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3177","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3082/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3082","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":2148616,"bill_number":"S3078","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document to strengthen the state credit union charter.","description":"For legislation to strengthen the state credit union charter, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3078).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3078/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3078","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2148622,"bill_number":"H5369","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to pet sales.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4319","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5369/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5369","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2148623,"bill_number":"H5370","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to collective bargaining, paid family leave and other related matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5370/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5370","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2148626,"bill_number":"S3013","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H3911","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3013/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3013","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2148631,"bill_number":"S3079","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to credit union matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3079/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3079","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2148633,"bill_number":"H5417","title":"Authorizing the town of Lynnfield to impose a local sales tax upon restaurant meals originating within the town","description":"That the town of Lynnfield be authorized to impose a local sales tax upon restaurant meals originating within said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5417/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5417","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2148636,"bill_number":"H5405","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS (see House, No. 5004).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS (see House, No. 5004).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5004","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5405/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148639,"bill_number":"H5404","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT\r\nTO IMPLEMENT ALL-PARTY STATE PRIMARIES\r\n(see House, No. 5003).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DANIELLE SUSAN ALLEN AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT\r\nTO IMPLEMENT ALL-PARTY STATE PRIMARIES\r\n(see House, No. 5003).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5003","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5404/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148642,"bill_number":"H5406","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DAVID JOHN O’NEILL\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO PROTECT WATER AND NATURE (see House, No. 5005).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of DAVID JOHN O’NEILL\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT TO PROTECT WATER AND NATURE (see House, No. 5005).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5005","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5406/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148644,"bill_number":"H5402","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of NORMA B. SHULMAN\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION (see House, No. 5001).","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of NORMA B. SHULMAN\r\nAND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO ELECTION DAY REGISTRATION (see House, No. 5001).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5001","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5402/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148648,"bill_number":"S3080","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to mortgage financing matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3080/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3080","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2148652,"bill_number":"H5407","title":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of JAMES JOHN STERGIOS AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO REDUCING THE STATE PERSONAL INCOME TAX RATE FROM 5% TO 4%. (see House, No. 5007)","description":"REPORT of the SPECIAL JOINT COMMITTEE on INITIATIVE PETITIONS on the INITIATIVE PETITION of JAMES JOHN STERGIOS AND OTHERS FOR THE PASSAGE OF AN ACT RELATIVE TO REDUCING THE STATE PERSONAL INCOME TAX RATE FROM 5% TO 4%. (see House, No. 5007)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5006 and H5007","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5407/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2148831,"bill_number":"S3085","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See S3072","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3085/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3085","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2148921,"bill_number":"H5420","title":"Relative to extending the police chief's service to the town of Leicester","description":"That the town of Leicester be authorized to continue the employment of Kenneth M. Antanavica as police chief of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5648 (under House Rule 27)","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5420/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5420","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":2148934,"bill_number":"H5397","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to healthcare coverage for certain gender affirming care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5397/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5397","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2148946,"bill_number":"H5395","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to disabled veteran homestead exemption","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5395/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5395","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2148972,"bill_number":"S3084","title":"Relative to amending the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph regarding filling of vacancies, running for multiple offices, term of office for Stetson Trustees and three-month prohibition on work for the town after service in elected office","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph regarding filling of vacancies, running for multiple offices, term of office for Stetson Trustees and three-month prohibition on work for the town after service in elected office. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3084/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3084","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":2148985,"bill_number":"H5396","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to cannabis, THC, cannabis products and other cannabis related issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5396/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5396","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":2149000,"bill_number":"H5393","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to a sick leave bank","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5393/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5393","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2149015,"bill_number":"H5398","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the position of firefighter or police officer in the city of Haverhill","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H4443","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5398/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5398","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2149030,"bill_number":"H5413","title":"Study Order- Time Expired","description":"Relativerelative to ranked choice voting","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5413/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5413","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":2149082,"bill_number":"H5421","title":"Relative to the transportation of vessels in the villages of Marston Mills and Osterville in the town of Barnstable","description":"For legislation to further regulate the transportation of vessels in the villages of Marston Mills and Osterville in the town of Barnstable. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5421/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5421","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2149156,"bill_number":"H5419","title":"Authorizing the raising the maximum retirement age of special police officers in the town of Kingston to 70 years old","description":"Authorizing the raising the maximum retirement age of special police officers in the town of Kingston to 70 years old","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5419/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5419","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2149604,"bill_number":"S3086","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-07","last_action":"See H5316","last_action_date":"2026-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3086/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3086","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2149858,"bill_number":"H5430","title":"Designating the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center","description":"By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kip A. Diggs that the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority be authorized to designate the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod transportation center. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5430/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5430","sponsor":"Kip Diggs"},
{"bill_id":2149871,"bill_number":"H5431","title":"Relative to firefighter staffing","description":"Relative to firefighter staffing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-04-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5431/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5431","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2149872,"bill_number":"H5426","title":"Amending the charter of the town of North Attleborough","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of North Attleborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5426/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5426","sponsor":"Adam Scanlon"},
{"bill_id":2149880,"bill_number":"S3089","title":"Designating the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center","description":"For legislation to designate the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3089/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3089","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2149894,"bill_number":"S3091","title":"Creating crumbling concrete relief for homeowners","description":"For legislation to create crumbling concrete relief for homeowners. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-27","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 06/22/2026 from 10:30 AM-01:01 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-06-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3091/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3091","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2149898,"bill_number":"H5429","title":"Providing injured on duty compensation to Chelmsford firefighter Nicholas Spinale","description":"Providing injured on duty compensation to Chelmsford firefighter Nicholas Spinale","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5429/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2149907,"bill_number":"H5428","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to continue the employment of Deputy Police Chief Brian Lauzon","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to continue the employment of Brian Lauzon, deputy police chief of said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5428/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5428","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2149916,"bill_number":"S3087","title":"Relative to the creation of a sewer and water advisory board in the town of Walpole","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a sewer and water advisory board in the town of Walpole. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3087/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3087","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2149917,"bill_number":"H5425","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Southborough be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5546","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5425/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5425","sponsor":"Kate Donaghue"},
{"bill_id":2149933,"bill_number":"S3088","title":"Authorizing a certain employment contract for the town of Boylston","description":"For legislation to authorize a certain employment contract for the town of Boylston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3088/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3088","sponsor":"Robyn Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":2149948,"bill_number":"H5427","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to continue the employment of Police Chief James Hicks beyond the age of 65","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to continue the employment of James Hicks, police chief in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5427/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5427","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2149955,"bill_number":"H5394","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to municipal and local taxation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5394/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5394","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2149956,"bill_number":"S3090","title":"Relative to consumer connected devices","description":"For legislation relative to consumer connected devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S3190","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3090/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3090","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":2149975,"bill_number":"H5423","title":"Study Order of Committee Bills under Joint Rule 10 and House Rule 27","description":"Relativerelative to retirement benefits, credible service and continued employment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5423/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5423","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2149987,"bill_number":"H5422","title":"Study Order of Committee Bills under Joint Rule 10 and House Rule 27","description":"Relativerelative to Constitutional Conventions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5422/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5422","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2150495,"bill_number":"H5424","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 12, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 12, 2026 the time within which the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5424/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5424","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":2150507,"bill_number":"H5437","title":"To ensure appropriate and timely emergency medical response","description":"Relative to reports of crimes to law enforcement officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-08","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/31/2026 from 10:00 AM-10:30 AM in A-2 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5437/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5437","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2150512,"bill_number":"H5432","title":"To restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in Newbury","description":"For legislation to restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Newbury. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5432/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5432","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2150517,"bill_number":"S3070","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill promoting community immunity (Senate, No. 2623), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3070) (estimated cost greater than $100,000).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3070/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3070","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2150521,"bill_number":"H5434","title":"Providing for the appointment of associate members of the Planning Board of the town of Tisbury to fill vacancies on the board","description":"For legislation to provide for the appointment of associate members of the planning board of the town of Tisbury to fill vacancies on the board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5434/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5434","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2150530,"bill_number":"H5436","title":"Establishing MassQuantum","description":"For legislation to establish quantum investment and tax incentive programs for certain quantum science research, development, manufacturing or commercialization. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5436/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5436","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":2150534,"bill_number":"S3076","title":"Providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3076).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3076/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3076","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2150540,"bill_number":"S3069","title":"Ensuring access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill ensuring access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children (Senate, No. 691), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3069) (estimated cost greater than $100,000).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3069/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3069","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2150553,"bill_number":"H5435","title":"Authorizing the town of Topsfield to continue to employment of police chief Neal Hovey","description":"That the town of Topsfield be authorized to continue to employment of police chief Neal Hovey. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5435/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5435","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2150557,"bill_number":"H5433","title":"Regulating the use of fertilizer in the town of Wellfleet","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of fertilizer in the town of Wellfleet. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5643","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5433/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5433","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2150656,"bill_number":"H5439","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2903","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5439/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5439","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2150670,"bill_number":"H5440","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land to the town of Bolton, the town of Lancaster or a municipal utility serving the town of Bolton or the town of Lancaster","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land to the town of Bolton, the town of Lancaster or a municipal utility serving the town of Bolton or the town of Lancaster","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the , Chapter 196 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5440/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5440","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2150676,"bill_number":"H5443","title":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine","description":"Relative to increasing access to epinephrine","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5443/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5443","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2150678,"bill_number":"S3093","title":"Authorizing the town of Andover to prohibit the use of anticoagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Andover to prohibit the use of anticoagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3093/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3093","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2150684,"bill_number":"H5438","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2565","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5438/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5438","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":2150696,"bill_number":"H5444","title":"Relative to civil rights and technology","description":"Relative to civil rights and technology","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5444/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5444","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2150716,"bill_number":"S3092","title":"Authorizing the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"New draft substituted (Creem), see S3249","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3092/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3092","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":2150724,"bill_number":"H5442","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5442/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5442","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2150876,"bill_number":"H5445","title":"Relative to the issuance of certain liquor licenses in the city of Easthampton","description":"That the city of Easthampton be authorized the issue 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5547","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5445/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5445","sponsor":"Homar Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2150913,"bill_number":"H5447","title":"Relative to Affordable Housing Trust Fund of the town of West Tisbury","description":"Relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5447/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5447","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2150952,"bill_number":"H5446","title":"To authorize the town of Topsfield to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Topsfield be authorized to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5446/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5446","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2151253,"bill_number":"S3095","title":"Significantly alleviating poverty","description":"For legislation to significantly alleviate poverty. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5594","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3095/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3095","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":2151268,"bill_number":"S3094","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant three additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Foxborough to grant three additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"New draft substituted (Feeney), see S3266","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3094/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3094","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2151293,"bill_number":"H5448","title":"Modernizing financial departments in the city of Holyoke","description":"Relative to modernizing financial departments in the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5448/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5448","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2151308,"bill_number":"H5449","title":"Relative to amending the Traffic Commission in the city of Westfield","description":"Relative to amending the traffic commission in the city of Westfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5449/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5449","sponsor":"Kelly Pease"},
{"bill_id":2151655,"bill_number":"H5452","title":"Authorizing the town of Oxford to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Oxford to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Rules suspended","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5452/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5452","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2151659,"bill_number":"H5453","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelativerelative to tariffs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5453/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5453","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2151664,"bill_number":"S3068","title":"Protecting patient safety regarding non-FDA approved drugs","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill protecting patient safety regarding non-FDA approved drugs (Senate, No. 1497), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3068).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3068/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3068","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2151671,"bill_number":"H5451","title":"Authorizing the town of Marion to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Marion to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-29","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5451/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5451","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2151679,"bill_number":"H5454","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 12, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, June 12, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5454/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5454","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2151681,"bill_number":"H5457","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 0.5% real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of certain property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5457/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5457","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2151685,"bill_number":"H5458","title":"Establishing a veterans’ suicide mortality review and prevention council","description":"For legislation to authorize the establishment of a veterans’ suicide mortality review and prevention council within the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2026 from 12:00 PM-01:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5458/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5458","sponsor":"Joshua Tarsky"},
{"bill_id":2151689,"bill_number":"H5450","title":"Regarding currency efficiency and non-digital tendering scarcity","description":"Regarding currency efficiency and non-digital tendering scarcity","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5450/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5450","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2151693,"bill_number":"S3071","title":"Establishing a study of a public health insurance option in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to single payer healthcare benchmarking and reporting, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3071).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3071/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3071","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2151701,"bill_number":"H5455","title":"Regulating the operation of medical spas","description":"Regulating the operation of medical spas","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5455/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5455","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2151730,"bill_number":"H5456","title":"Amending Chapter 305 of the Acts of 2016 relative to the year-round market rate rental housing trust fund in the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to the year-round market rate rental housing trust fund in the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5456/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5456","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2151824,"bill_number":"S3099","title":"Relative to wakesurfing","description":"For legislation to implement fines on motorboat operators engaged in wakesurfing activity in close proximity to the shoreline. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-12-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3126","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3099/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3099","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":2151971,"bill_number":"H5462","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Middleton","description":"Relative to recall petitions in the charter of the town of Middleton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/21/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:20 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-21","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5462/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5462","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2151978,"bill_number":"H5464","title":"Relative to real estate transfer fees and senior property tax relief in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to real estate transfer fees and senior property tax relief in the city of Boston. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5464/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5464","sponsor":"Brandy Fluker-Reid"},
{"bill_id":2152002,"bill_number":"H5465","title":"Authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5471","last_action_date":"2026-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5465/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5465","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2152011,"bill_number":"H5463","title":"Relative to a conservation restriction in the town of Middleton","description":"Relative to a conservation restriction in the town of Middleton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 170 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5463/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5463","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2152020,"bill_number":"S3100","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"See H5501","last_action_date":"2026-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3100/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2152026,"bill_number":"S3074","title":"To improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites","description":"For legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3074).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3074/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3074","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2152047,"bill_number":"H5461","title":"Authorizing the town of Weston to grant an additional license for sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to grant an additional license for 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":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5548","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5461/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5461","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2152053,"bill_number":"S3104","title":"RESOLUTIONS RESPONDING TO THE SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT’S ORDER OF MAY 7, 2026, AND ENHANCING GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY","description":"RESOLUTIONS RESPONDING TO THE SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT’S ORDER OF MAY 7, 2026, AND ENHANCING GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Adopted -see  Roll Call #186 (Yeas 33 to Nays 6)","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3104/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3104","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2152062,"bill_number":"H5460","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5460/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5460","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2152064,"bill_number":"S3075","title":"Establishing safety standards for motorcross tracks","description":"For legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3075).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3075/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3075","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2152253,"bill_number":"S3097","title":"Amending the waterways capital improvement fund for the town of Dennis","description":"For legislation to amend the waterways capital improvement fund for the town of Dennis. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3097/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3097","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2152277,"bill_number":"S3098","title":"Authorizing the town of Dennis to publish legal notices digitally","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Dennis to publish legal notices digitally. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3098/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3098","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2152479,"bill_number":"S3108","title":"Authorizing the town of Andover to exempt all Andover police officers from civil service","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Andover to exempt all Andover police officers from civil service. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3260","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3108/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3108","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2152483,"bill_number":"S3105","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"See H4231","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3105/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3105","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":2152497,"bill_number":"H5468","title":"Authorizing the town of Princeton to continue the employment of police officer Paul Quinn beyond the age of 65","description":"That the town of Princeton be authorized to continue the employment of police officer Paul Quinn, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5468/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5468","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2152515,"bill_number":"H5466","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to veterans' benefits, prisoners of war, federal constitutional convention and other veterans and federal affairs issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5466/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5466","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2152520,"bill_number":"H5467","title":"Authorizing the transfer of certain parcels of land in the town of Weston from the Weston conservation commission to the select board","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to transfer certain parcels of land in said town from the conservation commission to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5467/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5467","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":2152529,"bill_number":"S3106","title":"Relative to toxic-free medical devices","description":"Relative to toxic-free medical devices\" (Senate, No. 3050).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3106/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3106","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152541,"bill_number":"S3107","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design  (Senate, No. 3107),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3107).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3107/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3107","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152686,"bill_number":"H5470","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 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 2026 for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 5280), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 5470).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5470/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2152702,"bill_number":"H5469","title":"Promoting transparency and public access in state government","description":"Promoting transparency and public access in state government","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-03","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Creem-Friedman-Dooner), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5469/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5469","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152826,"bill_number":"S3110","title":"Designating the Marion Stoddart riverwalk","description":"For legislation to designate the Marion Stoddart riverwalk in the town of Groton. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2025-09-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3110/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3110","sponsor":"John Cronin"},
{"bill_id":2152831,"bill_number":"H5473","title":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","description":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5473/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5473","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152845,"bill_number":"H5471","title":"Authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026","description":"Authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-03","last_action":"Amended by substitution of bill with the same title, see H5478 - 150 YEAS to 0 NAYS (See YEA and NAY No. 206 )","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5471/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5471","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2152849,"bill_number":"H5472","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5479","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5472/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5472","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152863,"bill_number":"S3109","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"See H4361","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3109/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3109","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2152981,"bill_number":"H5478","title":"Authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 5471)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5478/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5478","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2152999,"bill_number":"H5476","title":"Relative to amending the town 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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5476/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5476","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2153005,"bill_number":"H5477","title":"Expanding the treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip","description":"Relative to the treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5580","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5477/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5477","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":2153016,"bill_number":"H5474","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Text of a still further amendment, see S2563","last_action_date":"2026-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5474/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5474","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2153029,"bill_number":"S2954","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"See S2563","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2954/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2954","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":2153040,"bill_number":"H5475","title":"Authorizing the city of Holyoke to prohibit use of SGARs","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5475/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5475","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2153047,"bill_number":"S3111","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Amendment #6 (Tarr) adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3111/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3111","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153145,"bill_number":"H5479","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"See S2619","last_action_date":"2026-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5479/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153178,"bill_number":"S3112","title":"Authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3112/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3112","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":2153239,"bill_number":"S3115","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"See H5478","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3115/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153245,"bill_number":"S3113","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to credit unions.","description":"For legislationfor legislation to strengthen the state credit union charter, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3113).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3113/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3113","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2153250,"bill_number":"S3114","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"See H5478","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3114/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3114","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2153252,"bill_number":"H5482","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H5478","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5482/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5482","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2153263,"bill_number":"H5484","title":"To prohibit the application of fertilizer in the town of Eastham","description":"For legislation to prohibit the application of fertilizer in the town of Eastham. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5643","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5484/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5484","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2153264,"bill_number":"H5481","title":"Authorizing the town of Wayland to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to grant 10 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":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-08-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5481/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5481","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2153267,"bill_number":"H5480","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to moratoriums on solar installations in the town of Worthington.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5480/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5480","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2153269,"bill_number":"H5483","title":"Allowing the town of Williamstown to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)","description":"That the town of Williamstown be authorized to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5483/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5483","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2153274,"bill_number":"H5485","title":"Authorizing the town of Wayland Select Board to grant permission to use land for green burials","description":"Relative to permissions to use land for green burials in the town of Wayland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5485/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5485","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2153275,"bill_number":"H5487","title":"To establish a surcharge on specific residential development activities for the purpose of funding the creation of community housing","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to establish a surcharge on certain residential development activities for the purpose of funding the creation of community housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5487/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5487","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":2153278,"bill_number":"H5486","title":"Allowing 'print free' digital legal notices for the town of Wayland","description":"For legislation to authorize print free digital legal notices in the town of Wayland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5486/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5486","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":2153364,"bill_number":"H5492","title":"Authorizing the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land in the town of Billerica for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path","description":"Authorizing the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land in the town of Billerica for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5492/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5492","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153369,"bill_number":"H5491","title":"Implementing the recommendations of the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report","description":"Implementing the recommendations of the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5491/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5491","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153372,"bill_number":"H5489","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2726","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5489/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5489","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153378,"bill_number":"H5490","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2967","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5490/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5490","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153389,"bill_number":"H5488","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S1646","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5488/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5488","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153394,"bill_number":"H5493","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5496","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5493/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5493","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153535,"bill_number":"S3096","title":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations changes to 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing (2026)","description":"Report from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B Of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations changes to 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing (2026)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3096/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153540,"bill_number":"H5494","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2628","last_action_date":"2026-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5494/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5494","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2153596,"bill_number":"S3120","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Suber, an employee of the department of youth services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Suber, an employee of the department of youth services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2025-11-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3120/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3120","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":2153605,"bill_number":"S3117","title":"To authorize the town of North Andover to ban SGARs and FGARS","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of North Andover to ban SGARs and FGARs. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3117/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3117","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2153611,"bill_number":"H5496","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 5493, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 10, 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5496/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153625,"bill_number":"H5495","title":"Resolutions designating August 8th and 9th, 2026 as the sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to setting August 8 and 9 as the dates for the sales tax holiday for 2026. June 11, 2026.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5495/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5495","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":2153632,"bill_number":"S2530","title":"RESOLUTIONS DESIGNATING AUGUST 9 AND 10, 2025 AS THE SALES TAX HOLIDAY","description":"RESOLUTIONS DESIGNATING AUGUST 9 AND 10, 2025 AS THE SALES TAX HOLIDAY","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2025-06-12","last_action":"Read and adopted","last_action_date":"2025-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2530","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2153646,"bill_number":"H5497","title":"Amending the town charter for the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to the date of the town meeting in the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5497/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5497","sponsor":"Michelle Badger"},
{"bill_id":2153661,"bill_number":"S3118","title":"Providing for the filling of a vacancy on the Groton-Dunstable School Committee","description":"For legislation to provide for the filling of a vacancy on the Groton-Dunstable School Committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3118/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3118","sponsor":"Vanna Howard"},
{"bill_id":2153670,"bill_number":"S3116","title":"Relative to primary care for you","description":"Relative to primary care for you (Senate, No. 867),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3116).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Amendment #70 (Feeney) adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3116/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3116","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153717,"bill_number":"H5503","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Gardner as the Representative Robert L. Rice, Jr. Bridge","description":"By Representative Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to designate a certain bridge over state highway Route 140 in the city of Gardner as the Representative Robert L. Rice, Jr. bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5503/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5503","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":2153781,"bill_number":"H5504","title":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes","description":"That the town of Hingham be authorized to grant certain parcels of land in said town to the Commonwealth for highway purposes. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5640","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5504/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5504","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2153791,"bill_number":"H5499","title":"To include teachers from the Springfield Empowerment Zone in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"For legislation to authorize teachers employed by the Springfield Empowerment Zone to become members of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5499/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5499","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":2153802,"bill_number":"H5498","title":"Authorizing the grant of creditable service to Thomas Brooks","description":"Relative to creditable service for Thomas Brooks. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5498/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5498","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":2153828,"bill_number":"S3123","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to home equity investments.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3123/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3123","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2153832,"bill_number":"S3124","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate documents relative to establish a celiac disease screening pilot program.","description":"For legislation to establish a celiac disease screening pilot program, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3124).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3124/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3124","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2153836,"bill_number":"H5502","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"Relative to school choice","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5632","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5502/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5502","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2153838,"bill_number":"H5507","title":"Authorizing the Adams Fire District to allow firefighters to continue to serve past the age of 65","description":"Relative to authorizing the firefighters of the Adams Fire District to continue service past the age of 65. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-08","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5507/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5507","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2153841,"bill_number":"H5506","title":"Establishing flexibility for long term care facilities workers","description":"For legislation to establish contract and coverage standards for health care worker platforms. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-06-15","committee":"Labor and Workforce Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5506/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5506","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2153844,"bill_number":"H5508","title":"Relative to veterans’ housing stability","description":"For legislation to establish a veteran rental assistance bridge program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2026 from 12:00 PM-01:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-07-07","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5508/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5508","sponsor":"Tara Hong"},
{"bill_id":2153851,"bill_number":"S3122","title":"Establishing a task force relative to medication administration in rest homes","description":"For legislation relative to medication administration in rest homes, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3122).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3122/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3122","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2153854,"bill_number":"S3121","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"See H4646","last_action_date":"2026-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3121/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153883,"bill_number":"H5510","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5518","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5510/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5510","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2153899,"bill_number":"H5511","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy (House, No. 4683), reports, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 5511).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5511/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2153984,"bill_number":"H5509","title":"Establishing a task force relative to medication administration in rest homes","description":"Establishing a task force relative to medication administration in rest homes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5509/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5509","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Aging and Independence"},
{"bill_id":2153991,"bill_number":"H5505","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5505/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5505","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2153998,"bill_number":"H5515","title":"To increase the value of estates eligible for abatements pursuant to M.G.L. chapter 59, section 5, clauses seventeenth D and forty-first C in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"That the town of Shrewsbury be authorized to increase the value of estates eligible for abatements in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5515/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5515","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2153999,"bill_number":"H5514","title":"Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jorge Enriquez","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jorge Enriquez. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5514/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5514","sponsor":"Christopher Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2154000,"bill_number":"H5512","title":"Allowing print-free digital legal notices in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"That the town of Shrewsbury be authorized to use print-free digital legal notices in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5512/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5512","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":2154001,"bill_number":"H5513","title":"Authorizing the town of Middleton to continue the employment of police officer Richard Kassiotis","description":"That the town of Middleton be authorized to continue the employment of police officer Richard Kassiotis, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5513/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5513","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":2154129,"bill_number":"H5517","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving spouse of the Honorable Francis Flannery","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits for Julia Flannery, the surviving spouse of the Honorable Francis Flannery. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-11","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-14","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5517/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5517","sponsor":"Patricia Duffy"},
{"bill_id":2154137,"bill_number":"S3127","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to create the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments, and households fund.","description":"For legislation relative to creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments, and households fund, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3127).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged by S3022","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3127/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3127","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2154155,"bill_number":"S3135","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"See H5053","last_action_date":"2026-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3135/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3135","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2154160,"bill_number":"S3128","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to a certain retirement benefit to be paid to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Stephen LaPorta, of the police department of the town of Uxbridge, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3128).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged (on the residue) by S3044","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3128/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3128","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2154187,"bill_number":"S3129","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to strengthening 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, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3129).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3129/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3129","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2154202,"bill_number":"S3137","title":"Providing for improved public access and climate resiliency on the Mystic River and increasing the utilization of the designated port area","description":"For legislation to provide for improved public access and climate resiliency on the Mystic River and increasing the utilization of the designated port area. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-04-16","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3137/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3137","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":2154212,"bill_number":"S3136","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to expanding the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate","description":"For legislation to expanding the mission of the Office of the Veteran Advocate, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3136).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3136/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3136","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2154227,"bill_number":"S3126","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 documents relative to wakesurfing.","description":"For legislation to implement fines on motorboat operators engaged in wakesurfing activity in close proximity to the shoreline, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3126).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3126/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3126","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2154234,"bill_number":"H5516","title":"Regulating condominium associations and management companies","description":"Relative to condominium associations and management companies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2025-08-21","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-08-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5516/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5516","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2154237,"bill_number":"S3130","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to revenue matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to exemption from taxation structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3130).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3130/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3130","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2154403,"bill_number":"H5518","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-17","last_action":"See S3064","last_action_date":"2026-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5518/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154427,"bill_number":"H5526","title":"Authorizing the town of Holliston to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for debt exclusion construction projects","description":"That the town of Holliston be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for debt exclusion construction projects. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5526/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5526","sponsor":"James Arena-DeRosa"},
{"bill_id":2154428,"bill_number":"H5527","title":"Relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation","description":"Relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5562","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5527/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5527","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2154429,"bill_number":"H5521","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Sudbury","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Sudbury. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/21/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:20 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-21","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5521/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5521","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2154430,"bill_number":"H5522","title":"Prohibiting anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Lincoln","description":"Relative to prohibiting anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Lincoln. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5522/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5522","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":2154431,"bill_number":"H5519","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5568","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5519/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154432,"bill_number":"H5523","title":"Authorizing the town of Sharon to prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulants","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulants in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5523/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5523","sponsor":"Ted Philips"},
{"bill_id":2154433,"bill_number":"H5520","title":"Exempting George Patrinos from the maximum age requirement age for the position of firefighter in the town of Dudley","description":"Relative to exempting George Patrinos from the maximum age requirement age for the position of firefighter in the town of Dudley.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5520/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154435,"bill_number":"H5525","title":"Relative to pension benefits for firefighter Leo J. Bracken","description":"By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition of Rob Consalvo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the retirement board of the city of Boston be authorized to increase the disability pension of Leo J. Bracken, a firefighter of the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5525/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5525","sponsor":"Rob Consalvo"},
{"bill_id":2154436,"bill_number":"H5524","title":"Relative to the membership of the Conservation Commission in the town of Chatham","description":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission in the town of Chatham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5524/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5524","sponsor":"Hadley Luddy"},
{"bill_id":2154516,"bill_number":"H5529","title":"Creating a Legion of Merit license plate","description":"For legislation to create a Legion of Merit motor vehicle license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2025-05-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5529/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5529","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2154518,"bill_number":"S3142","title":"Removing the term hearing impaired from the General Laws","description":"Relative to removing the term hearing impaired from the general laws (Senate, No. 2120).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3142/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3142","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":2154519,"bill_number":"H5528","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Gillen","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Gillen, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5528/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5528","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2154520,"bill_number":"S3141","title":"Relative to primary care for you","description":"Relative to primary care for you (Senate, No. 3141) (being the text of Senate, No. 3116, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-18","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed - (Michlewitz-Kilcoyne-Kane), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3141/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154523,"bill_number":"S3138","title":"Authorizing the town of Medfield to utilize alternative methods for notice of public hearings","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Medfield to utilize alternative methods for notice of public hearings. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3138/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3138","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2154525,"bill_number":"S3139","title":"Authorizing the town of Medfield to continue the employment of David O'Toole as deputy fire chief","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Medfield to continue the employment of David O'Toole as deputy fire chief. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3139/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3139","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":2154527,"bill_number":"S3144","title":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to convey a right-of-way and easement","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Bourne to convey a right-of-way and easement. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"New draft substituted (Fernandes), see S3237","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3144/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3144","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2154569,"bill_number":"H5530","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5530/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5530","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2154570,"bill_number":"H5532","title":"Authorizing the town of Groton to prohibit the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Groton be authorized to prohibit the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5532/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5532","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2154573,"bill_number":"S3145","title":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility","description":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S3162","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3145/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3145","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2154575,"bill_number":"S3143","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"Amendment #72 (Eldridge) rejected","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3143/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3143","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2154577,"bill_number":"H5533","title":"Authorizing the town of Boxborough to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Boxborough be authorized to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5533/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5533","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2154583,"bill_number":"H5534","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2027 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2027 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5534/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154592,"bill_number":"S3148","title":"Validating the 2026 annual election in the town of Oakham","description":"Validating the 2026 annual election in the town of Oakham","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3148/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2154602,"bill_number":"H5531","title":"Relative to James J. O'Neil Park","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4614) [Local Approval Received]. June 24, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5531/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5531","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2154627,"bill_number":"H5538","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to increase the short-term rental community impact fee for the purpose of school and municipal facilities","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to increase the short-term rental community impact fee in said city for the purpose of school and municipal facilities. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5646","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5538/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5538","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2154633,"bill_number":"S3133","title":"Amending the membership of the Quabbin watershed advisory committee","description":"Relative to the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee (Senate, No. 652); reports, recommending that the same be amended as follows, and that, when so amended, it will be correctly drawn:-- by substituting a new draft entitled \"An Act amending the membership of the Quabbin watershed advisory committee\" (Senate, No. 3133)","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2026-08-27","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3133/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3133","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":2154638,"bill_number":"S3149","title":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to animal telehealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3149/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3149","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2154646,"bill_number":"S3146","title":"The Judiciary -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to judicial matters. ","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3146/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3146","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":2154650,"bill_number":"H5539","title":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Danvers","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Danvers. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/21/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:20 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-21","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5539/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5539","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2154656,"bill_number":"H5537","title":"Authorizing an increase in the limit of a local excise tax that the city of Salem may impose for the purpose of funding school and municipal facilities","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to increase the limit of a local excise tax for the purpose of funding school and municipal facilities. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5646","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5537/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5537","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2154681,"bill_number":"H5535","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to creditable service for Jason Patrissi.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5535/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5535","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2154695,"bill_number":"H5536","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to retirement benefits for Suzanne Garcia.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5536/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5536","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2155032,"bill_number":"H5542","title":"Providing for the filling of a vacancy on the Groton-Dunstable School Committee","description":"For legislation to provide for the filling of a vacancy on the Groton-Dunstable School Committee. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-24","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/21/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:20 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-21","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5542/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5542","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2155033,"bill_number":"H5544","title":"Establishing an amendment to Bridgewater Town Charter Article VIII, Section 8-2 Citizen Referendum Petition Timeframe","description":"Relative to the citizen referendum petition timeframe in the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5599","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5544/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5544","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2155034,"bill_number":"H5540","title":"Order relative to extending until Monday, January 4, 2027 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Monday, January 4, 2027 the time within which the committee on Revenue is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5540/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5540","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":2155036,"bill_number":"H5545","title":"Establishing an amendment to Bridgewater Town Charter: Article IV, Section 4-1 Town Manager term of office","description":"Relative to the town Manager term of office in the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5600","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5545/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5545","sponsor":"Dennis Gallagher"},
{"bill_id":2155038,"bill_number":"H5543","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Andrew Bartlett, an employee of the department of public health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Andrew Bartlett, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5543/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5543","sponsor":"Dawne Shand"},
{"bill_id":2155039,"bill_number":"H5541","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take easements over certain land located in the city of Woburn and the town of Burlington held in trust by the city of Boston for the Mary P. C. Cummings Testamentary Trust for highway purposes","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take easements over certain land located in the city of Woburn and the town of Burlington held in trust by the city of Boston for the Mary P. C. Cummings Testamentary Trust for highway purposes","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5616","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5541/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5541","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2155040,"bill_number":"S3147","title":"To amend the town charter of Ipswich","description":"For legislation to amend the town charter of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3147/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3147","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2155120,"bill_number":"H5549","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5558","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5549/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5549","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155126,"bill_number":"S3155","title":"Authorizing the South Deerfield Fire District to continue the employment of fire department member Steven Kolakoski","description":"For legislation to authorize the South Deerfield Fire District to continue the employment of fire department member Steven Kolakoski. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-05-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3155/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3155","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2155187,"bill_number":"H5555","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 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 2027 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5555/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155366,"bill_number":"S3125","title":"Enhancing hospital emergency services","description":"The committee on Health Care Financing to whom was referred the Senate Bill enhancing access to abortion care (Senate, No. 1244), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3125).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3125/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3125","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2155368,"bill_number":"H5552","title":"Releasing certain land use restrictions held by the commonwealth in the city of Revere","description":"Releasing certain land use restrictions held by the commonwealth in the city of Revere","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5552/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5552","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155369,"bill_number":"H5553","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 178 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5553/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5553","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155372,"bill_number":"H5551","title":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","description":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5551/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5551","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155373,"bill_number":"H5550","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5550/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5550","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155374,"bill_number":"H5556","title":"Relative to Fall River polling places","description":"Relative to Fall River polling places. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 07/21/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:20 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time","last_action_date":"2026-07-21","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5556/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5556","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":2155376,"bill_number":"S3156","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment, Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to facilitate climate resiliency.","description":"For legislation to facilitate climate resiliency, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3156).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3156/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3156","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2155385,"bill_number":"S3162","title":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility","description":"To improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3162/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155393,"bill_number":"H5557","title":"Amending the sick leave bank for Matthew McRae, an employee of the department of state police","description":"For legislation to amend the sick leave bank for Matthew McRae, an employee of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5557/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5557","sponsor":"Margaret Scarsdale"},
{"bill_id":2155394,"bill_number":"S3165","title":"Authorizing the town of Holbrook to appoint Patrick Doherty as a firefighter notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Holbrook to appoint Patrick Doherty as a firefighter notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3165/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3165","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":2155395,"bill_number":"S3164","title":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","description":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-02","last_action":"Read third","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3164/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3164","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155396,"bill_number":"H5554","title":"Providing for tenant representation on the Great Barrington Housing Authority board","description":"Relative to tenant representation on the Great Barrington Housing Authority board. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-06-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5554/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5554","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2155397,"bill_number":"S3160","title":"Relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District","description":"Relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District (Senate, No. 2505).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3160/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3160","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":2155398,"bill_number":"H5558","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"See S2916","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5558/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155520,"bill_number":"S3167","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"See S3143","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3167/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3167","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2155521,"bill_number":"H5559","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 17, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 17, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5559/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5559","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2155523,"bill_number":"S3166","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"See H5175","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3166/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155524,"bill_number":"S3168","title":"To enhance the safe use of micromobility devices","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to class 3 electric bicycles; and of Patrick M. O'Connor that provisions be made to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to evaluate and study pedestrians safety through moped law enforcement, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3168).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3168/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3168","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2155527,"bill_number":"H5561","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land in the town of Norton","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land in the town of Norton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 174 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5561/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5561","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155528,"bill_number":"H5562","title":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5576","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5562/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5562","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155529,"bill_number":"S3151","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to ensuring access to addiction services.","description":"For legislation to ensure access to addiction services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3151).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-06-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3151/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3151","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":2155530,"bill_number":"S3163","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-01","last_action":"See S3143","last_action_date":"2026-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3163/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3163","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2155531,"bill_number":"H5546","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5546/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5546","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2155532,"bill_number":"H5547","title":"Extending the timeframe for the issuance of licenses granted pursuant to Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2020 in the city of Easthampton","description":"Extending the timeframe for the issuance of licenses granted pursuant to Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2020 in the city of Easthampton","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5547/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5547","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2155533,"bill_number":"H5564","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Bellingham to allow the Director of Finance to serve as the Town Accountant","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Bellingham to allow the director of finance to serve as the town accountant. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5564/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5564","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":2155534,"bill_number":"H5548","title":"Authorizing the town of Weston to grant an additional license for sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Weston to grant an additional license for sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Read second, ordered to a third reading, read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5548/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5548","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2155535,"bill_number":"H5563","title":"Authorizing the town of Ayer to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides","description":"That the town of Ayer be authorized to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5563/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5563","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":2155536,"bill_number":"H5566","title":"Authorizing the town of Warren to continue the employment of Steven Perkins","description":"That the town of Warren be authorized to continue the employment of Steven Perkins, a member of the fire department of said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5566/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5566","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":2155537,"bill_number":"H5565","title":"Authorizing and directing the retirement board of the city of Lawrence to grant credible service to Lawrence police officer Abel Cano Jr","description":"By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition of Frank A. Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the retirement board of the city of Lawrence be directed to grant credible service to Lawrence police officer Abel Cano, Jr. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5565/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5565","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":2155570,"bill_number":"H5569","title":"Relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years","description":"Relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5569/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5569","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155575,"bill_number":"S3169","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take easements over certain land located in the city of Woburn and the town of Burlington held in trust by the city of Boston for the Mary P. C. Cummings Testamentary Trust","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take easements over certain land located in the city of Woburn and the town of Burlington held in trust by the city of Boston for the Mary P. C. Cummings Testamentary Trust. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-04","last_action":"New draft substituted (Friedman), see S3229","last_action_date":"2026-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3169/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3169","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":2155579,"bill_number":"H5568","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds for transportation purposes to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds for transportation purposes to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5568/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5568","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155583,"bill_number":"H5571","title":"Amending the town meeting act for the town of Danvers","description":"That the town of Danvers be authorized to amend the town meeting act for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-08-17","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5571/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5571","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2155584,"bill_number":"H5570","title":"Prohibiting the application of generation anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Nahant","description":"That the town of Nahant be authorized to prohibit the application of generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5570/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5570","sponsor":"Sean Reid"},
{"bill_id":2155585,"bill_number":"H5560","title":"Creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund (\"The ENOUGH Act\")","description":"Creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund (\"The ENOUGH Act\")","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5560/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5560","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":2155586,"bill_number":"H5567","title":"DCR Skating Rink Leases","description":"DCR Skating Rink Leases","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5567/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5567","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2155589,"bill_number":"S3154","title":"Relative to combined sewer overflows","description":"For legislation relative to further testing after a combined sewage overflow event; and of Patricia D. Jehlen relative to combined sewer overflows, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3154).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3154/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3154","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2155590,"bill_number":"H5411","title":"To increase access to the flu vaccine for older adults","description":"To increase access to the flu vaccine for older adults","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-04","last_action":"Pending new draft of H760","last_action_date":"2026-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5411/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5411","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2155591,"bill_number":"S3150","title":"Relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes","description":"For legislation relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3150).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3150/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3150","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2155594,"bill_number":"S3171","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"See H4767","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3171/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3171","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155595,"bill_number":"S3153","title":"Prohibiting the sale of newly farmed fur products","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of newly farmed fur products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3153).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3153/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3153","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2155597,"bill_number":"S3170","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"See H4706","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3170/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3170","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155598,"bill_number":"S3131","title":"Supporting family caregivers","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory council on family caregiving, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3131).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S3191","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3131/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3131","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2155600,"bill_number":"H5572","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5572/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5572","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2155602,"bill_number":"H5573","title":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Thursday, December 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Health Care Financing is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5573/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5573","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":2155603,"bill_number":"S3132","title":"Establishing fairness for agricultural laborers","description":"For legislation to establish fairness for agricultural laborers, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3132).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3132/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3132","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2155605,"bill_number":"S3152","title":"Establishing an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health","description":"For legislation to establish an ecologically-based mosquito management program in the Commonwealth to protect public health, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3152).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3152/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3152","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources"},
{"bill_id":2155730,"bill_number":"S3161","title":"To promote Yes in God's Back Yard","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of certain land and zoning ordinances owned by religious organizations, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3161).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3161/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3161","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2155731,"bill_number":"H5576","title":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","description":"House bill No. 5562, amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. July 8, 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-08","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Finegold-Rodrigues-Durant), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5576/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155733,"bill_number":"S3173","title":"Revenue - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to revenue matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3173/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3173","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2155737,"bill_number":"S3174","title":"Financial Services -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to crumbling concrete relief for homeowners.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3174/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3174","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":2155739,"bill_number":"S3172","title":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure - Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to consumer connected devices.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3172/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3172","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2155741,"bill_number":"S3159","title":"Strengthening GPS tampering Laws","description":"For legislation relative to GPS tampering, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3159).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3159/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3159","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2155743,"bill_number":"H5575","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to lottery revenues and foreign pension benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5575/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5575","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2155745,"bill_number":"H5574","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to tax credits, offshore taxes, deeds excise and tax on executive compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5574/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5574","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2155747,"bill_number":"S3158","title":"Controlling and abusive litigation","description":"For legislation relative to controlling and abusive litigation, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3158).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3158/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3158","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2155748,"bill_number":"S3157","title":"Relative to zoning for housing production","description":"For legislation relative to zoning for multi-family housing production, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3157).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3157/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3157","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2155751,"bill_number":"H5578","title":"Allowing print-free digital legal notices for the town of Topsfield","description":"For legislation to authorize print-free digital legal notices in the town of Topsfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5578/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5578","sponsor":"Kristin Kassner"},
{"bill_id":2155752,"bill_number":"H5579","title":"Authorizing the town of Stockbridge to modify Fire Department employment","description":"That the town of Stockbridge be authorized to modify employment for the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5579/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5579","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2155754,"bill_number":"H5577","title":"Relative to the department of public works in the town of Barre","description":"Relative to the department of public works in the town of Barre. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5601","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5577/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5577","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":2155762,"bill_number":"S3175","title":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","description":"Protecting children from addictive social media feeds","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3175/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155765,"bill_number":"H5581","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-15","last_action":"Published as amended, see H5589","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5581/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5581","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155954,"bill_number":"S3181","title":"Providing equal opportunity for residents to vote on establishment of the Great River Regional School District","description":"Providing equal opportunity for residents to vote on establishment of the Great River Regional School District","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 193 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3181/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3181","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2155956,"bill_number":"H5583","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not 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 not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-08-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5583/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5583","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":2155960,"bill_number":"H5585","title":"To amend the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4924) [Local Approval Received]. July 16, 2026.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5585/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5585","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2155963,"bill_number":"S3177","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to animal telehealth.","description":"For legislation relative to animal telehealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3177).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3177/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3177","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2155967,"bill_number":"H5588","title":"To designate regional lockup part of jail in Dukes County","description":"For legislation to designate the regional lockup as a part of the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5588/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5588","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2155969,"bill_number":"H5584","title":"Authorizing ranked choice voting for local elections in the city of Salem","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to use ranked choice voting for local elections in said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5584/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5584","sponsor":"Manny Cruz"},
{"bill_id":2155973,"bill_number":"H5586","title":"Making appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5586/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2155977,"bill_number":"S3178","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Amendment #499 (Brady) adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3178/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3178","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155978,"bill_number":"H5587","title":"Relative to Great Brook State Park Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish a Great Brook State Park trust fund. Environment and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5587/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5587","sponsor":"Simon Cataldo"},
{"bill_id":2155980,"bill_number":"S3176","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate documents relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3176).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3176/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3176","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2155982,"bill_number":"S3180","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3180/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3180","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2155993,"bill_number":"H5589","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-15","last_action":"See S3028","last_action_date":"2026-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5589/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2156072,"bill_number":"H5580","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to expanding the treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5580/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5580","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2156074,"bill_number":"H5582","title":"Authorizing the town of East Bridgewater to grant up to four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of East Bridgewater to grant up to four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5582/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5582","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2156077,"bill_number":"S3184","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"See H4767","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3184/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2156078,"bill_number":"S3183","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-16","last_action":"Text of S3170, reprinted as amended","last_action_date":"2026-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3183/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2156086,"bill_number":"S3188","title":"Authorizing the Buzzards Bay Water District to convey non-exclusive easements over a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the Buzzards Bay Water District to convey non-exclusive easements over a certain parcel of land. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 183 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3188/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3188","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156087,"bill_number":"H5593","title":"Amending the town manager act for the town of Danvers","description":"Relative to the town manager in the town of Danvers. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5593/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5593","sponsor":"Sally Kerans"},
{"bill_id":2156088,"bill_number":"S3185","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"See H5391","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3185/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3185","sponsor":"Adam Gomez"},
{"bill_id":2156089,"bill_number":"S3187","title":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","description":"For legislation relative to the leasing of the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-04-23","last_action":"New draft substituted (Fernandes), see S3235","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3187/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3187","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156090,"bill_number":"S3186","title":"Conforming with the electoral count reform act of 2022 and ensuring uniform faithful presidential electors","description":"For legislation to conform with the electoral count reform act of 2022 and ensure uniform faithful presidential electors. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3186/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3186","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2156091,"bill_number":"S3189","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game to convey easements over certain parcels of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game to convey easements over certain parcels of land. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-06-23","last_action":"New draft substituted (Fernandes), see S3236","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3189/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3189","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156092,"bill_number":"H5592","title":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","description":"By Representatives LaNatra of Kingston and Badger of Plymouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kathleen R. LaNatra that the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to enter into lease with the town of Plymouth for Pilgrim Memorial Park in said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5662","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5592/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5592","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":2156093,"bill_number":"S3182","title":"Authorizing the city of Taunton to utilize certain areas of conservation land for road improvements","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Taunton to utilize certain areas of conservation land for road improvements. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3182/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3182","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2156094,"bill_number":"H5591","title":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","description":"Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5591/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5591","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":2156095,"bill_number":"H5590","title":"Establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts","description":"Establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5590/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5590","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2156126,"bill_number":"H5595","title":"Prioritizing patient access to care","description":"Prioritizing patient access to care","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 188 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5595/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5595","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156205,"bill_number":"S3195","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to create a state athletic commission to provide oversight of youth and combat sports in Massachusetts.","description":"For legislation to create a state athletic commission to provide oversight of youth and combat sports in Massachusetts, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3195).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3195/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3195","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":2156207,"bill_number":"S3179","title":"Relative to home investments","description":"For legislation to require a shared equity investor to have a license with respect to residential property, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3179).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3179/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3179","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2156208,"bill_number":"S3192","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 the length of wiretap warrants.","description":"For legislation relative to the length of wiretap warrants, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3192).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3192/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3192","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2156211,"bill_number":"S3196","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Dighton, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3196).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged (on the residue) by S2939","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3196/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3196","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2156213,"bill_number":"S3193","title":"Relative to privileged communications in defamation actions","description":"For legislation relative to privileged communications in defamation actions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3193).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3193/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3193","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2156214,"bill_number":"S3190","title":"Relative to consumer connected devices","description":"For legislation relative to consumer connected devices., report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3190).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3190/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3190","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":2156217,"bill_number":"S3199","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on The Judiciary, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents to relative to judicial matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to create a law enforcement officer safety zone after warning, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3199).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3199/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3199","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2156218,"bill_number":"S3194","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to enhance the safe use of micromobility devices.","description":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to enhance the safe use of micromobility devices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3194/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3194","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2156220,"bill_number":"S3191","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to supporting family caregivers.","description":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to supporting family caregivers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3191/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3191","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2156221,"bill_number":"H5594","title":"Significantly alleviating poverty","description":"Significantly alleviating poverty","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5594/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5594","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2156222,"bill_number":"H5597","title":"Providing for the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Acushnet","description":"That the town of Acushnet be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5597/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5597","sponsor":"Steven Ouellette"},
{"bill_id":2156316,"bill_number":"H5602","title":"Authorizing the town of Ludlow to grant an additional all alcohol license for on premises consumption","description":"That the town of Ludlow be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-08-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5602/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5602","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
{"bill_id":2156322,"bill_number":"H5603","title":"Authorizing “print-free” digital legal notices for the town of Stow","description":"That the town of Stow be authorized to use print-free digital legal notices in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5603/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5603","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":2156326,"bill_number":"S3200","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"See H5469","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3200/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3200","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156329,"bill_number":"H5604","title":"Restructuring the town of Ludlow recreation department and the town of Ludlow recreation commission","description":"Relative to the recreation department and recreation commission in the town of Ludlow. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-07-27","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5604/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5604","sponsor":"Aaron Saunders"},
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{"bill_id":2156406,"bill_number":"S3101","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-19","last_action":"See S4","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3101/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3101","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2156439,"bill_number":"S3102","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-19","last_action":"See S4","last_action_date":"2026-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3102/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3102","sponsor":"Jacob Oliveira"},
{"bill_id":2156446,"bill_number":"S3103","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-05-20","last_action":"See S4","last_action_date":"2026-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3103/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3103","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":2156454,"bill_number":"S3134","title":"Relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry","description":"For legislation relative to increased safety standards in the construction industry, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3134).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3134/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3134","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":2156480,"bill_number":"H5609","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of Crystal Swinimer's, an employee of the Middlesex county sheriff's office","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of Crystal Swinimer, an employee of the Middlesex county sheriff's office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5609/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5609","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
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{"bill_id":2156597,"bill_number":"H5623","title":"Relative to educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licenses","description":"Relative to educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licenses","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5623/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5623","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":2156603,"bill_number":"H5626","title":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","description":"To improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5626/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5626","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156604,"bill_number":"S3236","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game to convey easements over certain parcels of land","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game to convey easements over certain parcels of land","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 186 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3236/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3236","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156605,"bill_number":"S3235","title":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","description":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth (Senate, No. 3187).","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3235/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3235","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156606,"bill_number":"S3237","title":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to convey a right-of-way and easement","description":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to convey a right-of-way and easement","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 182 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3237/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3237","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":2156607,"bill_number":"H5599","title":"Extending the timeframe for filing citizen referendum petitions in the town of Bridgewater","description":"Extending the timeframe for filing citizen referendum petitions in the town of Bridgewater","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5599/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5599","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":2156610,"bill_number":"S3242","title":"The Judiciary -- Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to acts regarding consumer protection and civil rights and due process.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3242/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3242","sponsor":"Lydia Edwards"},
{"bill_id":2156611,"bill_number":"S3238","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3238).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3238/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3238","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2156612,"bill_number":"S3241","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"Substituted for S2726","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3241/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3241","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":2156725,"bill_number":"H5627","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"To improve Massachusetts home care","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 180 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5627/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2156726,"bill_number":"H5632","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"Relative to school choice","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5632/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5632","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156727,"bill_number":"H5630","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-30","last_action":"See S3141","last_action_date":"2026-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5630/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":2156728,"bill_number":"S3245","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 legislation to provide for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3245).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3245/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3245","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":2156729,"bill_number":"H5631","title":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","description":"Mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5631/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5631","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156730,"bill_number":"S3243","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement across certain property in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston to the Boston Gas Company.","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement across certain property in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston to the Boston Gas Company, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3243).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3243/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3243","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":2156735,"bill_number":"H5640","title":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes","description":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 185 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5640/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5640","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156736,"bill_number":"S3246","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 interchange fees on tax or gratuity.","description":"For legislation to prohibit card interchange fees on tax or gratuity, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3246).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3246/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3246","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":2156737,"bill_number":"H5638","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-31","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S3237","last_action_date":"2026-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5638/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5638","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":2156738,"bill_number":"H5629","title":"Enhancing child welfare protections","description":"Enhancing child welfare protections","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5629/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5629","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2156740,"bill_number":"H5639","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its enabling legislation for open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes","description":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its enabling legislation for open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 181 of the Acts of 2026","last_action_date":"2026-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5639/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5639","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":2156833,"bill_number":"H5619","title":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 5, 2027, the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","description":"Order relative to extending until Tuesday, January 5, 2027, the time within which the committee on Transportation is authorized to report on current House documents","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2026-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5619/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5619","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
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{"bill_id":2156835,"bill_number":"H5642","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Michael D. Chapdelaine, a police officer in the city known as the town of West Springfield","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Michael D. Chapdelaine, a police officer in the city known as the town of West Springfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5642/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5642","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":2156836,"bill_number":"H5641","title":"Establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the town of Becket","description":"That the town of Becket be authorized to establish a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-04","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5641/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5641","sponsor":"Leigh Davis"},
{"bill_id":2156913,"bill_number":"S3249","title":"Authorizing the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"Authorizing the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3249/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3249","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":2156914,"bill_number":"H5628","title":"Relative to specific medical diagnoses regarding the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relative to specific medical diagnoses regarding the Department of Children and Families","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5628/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5628","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":2156916,"bill_number":"H5650","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-06","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2526","last_action_date":"2026-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5650/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5650","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2157221,"bill_number":"H5654","title":"Relative to the governance of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull","description":"Relative to the governance of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5654/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5654","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":2157226,"bill_number":"S3239","title":"Establishing a special legislative commission to study and examine Family, Friend, and Neighbor-Provided Childcare in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to expand access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare administered by the Department of Early Education and Care, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3239).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3239/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3239","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":2157244,"bill_number":"H5652","title":"Authorizing the Town of Athol to grant five (5) additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Athol be authorized to grant five additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5652/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5652","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2157256,"bill_number":"S3232","title":"Promoting rideshare safety","description":"For legislation to criminalize sexual assault of a passenger by a rideshare operator, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3232).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3232/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3232","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":2157263,"bill_number":"S3254","title":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","description":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth (Senate, No. 3235)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"See S3235","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3254/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3254","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":2157283,"bill_number":"S3197","title":"Relative to medical chaperones and medical exams","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to chaperones for medical exams, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3197).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3197/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3197","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2157292,"bill_number":"S3240","title":"Establishing protections for workers in extreme temperatures","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3240).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3240/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3240","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2157305,"bill_number":"H5644","title":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults","description":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Pending new draft of H4852","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5644/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5644","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
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{"bill_id":2157320,"bill_number":"H5645","title":"Promoting consumer choice in health care","description":"Promoting consumer choice in health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Pending new draft of H4953","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5645/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5645","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
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{"bill_id":2157331,"bill_number":"H5653","title":"Authorizing the town of Athol to grant five (5) additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Athol be authorized to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5653/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5653","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":2157337,"bill_number":"S3233","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"See H4185","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3233/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3233","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
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{"bill_id":2157350,"bill_number":"H5655","title":"Expanding the select board of the Town of Tisbury","description":"For legislation to expand the membership of the select board of the town of Tisbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5655/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5655","sponsor":"Thomas Moakley"},
{"bill_id":2157361,"bill_number":"S3198","title":"Relative to the regulation of Kratom","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation of Kratom, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3198).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3198/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3198","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2157369,"bill_number":"H5646","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to taxes and fees in the city of Salem.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5646/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5646","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":2157375,"bill_number":"S3252","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"See H5351","last_action_date":"2026-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3252/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3252","sponsor":"Pavel Payano"},
{"bill_id":2157419,"bill_number":"H5649","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to death and disability compensation for members of the armed forces.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5649/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5649","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2157420,"bill_number":"S3260","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 authorize the town of Andover to exempt all Andover police officers from civil service.","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Andover to exempt all Andover police officers from civil service, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3260).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3260/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3260","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2157421,"bill_number":"S3257","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to establish an Indigenous Peoples Day.","description":"For legislation to establish an Indigenous Peoples Day, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3257).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3257/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3257","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2157422,"bill_number":"S3259","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 legislation to empower law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3259).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3259/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3259","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":2157423,"bill_number":"S3261","title":"Authorizing the city of Greenfield to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Greenfield to grant an additional liquor 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":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2026-08-19","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3261/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3261","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":2157424,"bill_number":"S3256","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to labor and workforce development matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to unemployment insurance, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3256).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3256/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3256","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":2157425,"bill_number":"H5651","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to veteran disability benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5651/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5651","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":2157426,"bill_number":"S3250","title":"Providing for recall elections for the Freetown-Lakeville regional school district","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections for the Freetown-Lakeville regional school district. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3250/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3250","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":2157427,"bill_number":"H5656","title":"Relative to a liquor license in the town of Avon","description":"That the town of Avon be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-17","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5656/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5656","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":2157428,"bill_number":"H5648","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to the town of Leicester.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5648/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5648","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":2157429,"bill_number":"H5647","title":"Study Order","description":"Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5647/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5647","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":2157485,"bill_number":"H5658","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S3181","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5658/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5658","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":2157486,"bill_number":"H5657","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5657/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5657","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":2157487,"bill_number":"H5659","title":"Authorizing the town of Rutland to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"That the town of Rutland be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5659/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5659","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":2157488,"bill_number":"S3263","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Timothy Cluett, an employee of the Worcester county sheriff’s office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Timothy Cluett, an employee of the Worcester county sheriff’s office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2026-08-26","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3263/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3263","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":2157489,"bill_number":"S3262","title":"Authorizing the town of Dighton to impose community impact linkage fees","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Dighton to impose community impact linkage fees. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-17","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-20","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3262/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3262","sponsor":"Kelly Dooner"},
{"bill_id":2157490,"bill_number":"S3258","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to protect children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3258).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3258/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3258","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":2157491,"bill_number":"H5661","title":"Authorizing the town of Belmont to increase the asset limitation ceiling, income limitation ceiling, and benefit limitation ceiling applicable to seniors applying for tax abatement pursuant to clauses 17D, 17E, and 41C of Section 5 of Chapter 59 of the General Laws","description":"That the town of Belmont be authorized to increase certain income, asset and benefit limits for senior property tax abatements. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5661/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5661","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2157492,"bill_number":"H5660","title":"Authorizing remote participation at town meetings and special town meetings in the town of Belmont","description":"That the town of Belmont be authorized to hold hybrid and remote town meetings. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-08-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5660/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5660","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":2157495,"bill_number":"H5598","title":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","description":"To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-07-22","last_action":"Pending new draft of H4870","last_action_date":"2026-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5598/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5598","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":2157594,"bill_number":"H5662","title":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","description":"Relative to the Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5662/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5662","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":2157599,"bill_number":"H5663","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to consumer connected devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-08-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-08-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5663/2025","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5663","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}
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