HD 5474 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth

This bill (HD 5474) formally names asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. It has no policy impact or effect on any specific group, as it is purely a ceremonial designation. The bill adds a single line to state law stating "Asparagus shall be the official vegetable of the commonwealth." It does not create new regulations, funding, or obligations.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 31, 2025 Last action Jan 20, 2026
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Jan 20, 2026
Committee
Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
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Dec 31, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on House Rules
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors

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