Massachusetts Bills

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2026

S 2120: An Act relative to removing the term hearing impaired from the general laws

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2120) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to remove the term hearing impaired from the general laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

HD 6232: An Act establishing a special commission to study property tax relief and local aid reform

By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bud L. Williams for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to property tax relief and local aid reform. Revenue.

in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

HD 6233: An Act relative to increasing available support systems for those with substance use disorder

By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tackey Chan relative to increasing available support systems for those with substance use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 5412: An Act relative to the charter and the town clerk in the town of Falmouth

This bill amends the town charter of Falmouth to change how the town clerk is selected, shifting the role from an elected position to one appointed by the town manager with approval from the town select board. The legislation abolishes the elected town clerk office immediately, allowing the current holder to finish their term before the new appointment process begins. Under the new rules, the town clerk will continue to manage official records, vital statistics, and licenses but will no longer be a candidate for public election. This change aligns the clerk's hiring with other administrative roles in the town, placing the position on a specific non-union salary table.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 22, 2026

S 3091: An Act creating crumbling concrete relief for homeowners

By Mr. Durant and Mr.Ashe of Longmeadow, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3091) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter J. Durant, Brian M. Ashe, Jacob R. Oliveira, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to create crumbling concrete relief for homeowners. Financial Services.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 5386: An Act relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation

This bill allocates $300 million in state funding to boost economic growth, job creation, and innovation across Massachusetts through various grant programs. The money supports private businesses expanding facilities with climate-friendly features, developing artificial intelligence technologies, and establishing new sites for early-stage companies. Additional funds are designated for defense sector innovation, robotics research, local downtown revitalization, agricultural technology, and arts infrastructure improvements. The legislation also amends existing laws to extend the maximum consecutive years a specific state official can serve in their current role.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

signed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 5129: An Act validating certain proceedings of the town of Stow

This bill validates all actions taken by the town of Stow at its October 27, 2025, special town meeting, retroactively confirming them as legally valid despite potential notice violations. It specifically overrides any requirements for posting or publishing meeting notices under state law or town bylaws. The bill directly affects Stow town officials and residents whose rights or obligations were tied to that meeting’s decisions. It does not create new policies but ensures the meeting’s outcomes remain enforceable. (1 sentence, as it is a procedural validation bill.)

signed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 4312: An Act relative to charter changes for the town of Longmeadow

HD 4934 amends the charter of Longmeadow, Massachusetts, to restructure town governance. It creates a new 7-member Capital Planning and Building Committee (CPBC) with six members appointed by the Select Board and one from the Finance Committee, requiring expertise in fields like engineering and finance. The CPBC must review all capital projects, incorporate climate resilience, and advise on building needs, while the Select Board becomes the municipal light board with the option to appoint a separate three-member board. These changes directly affect Longmeadow's Select Board, Finance Committee, and town planning processes, clarifying responsibilities for capital projects and utility oversight.

signed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 22, 2026

S 2574: An Act providing accidental death benefits for the surviving spouse of a former firefighter of the City of Boston

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2574) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins and Daniel J. Hunt 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.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 1416: An Act to advance health equity

This bill (HD 3226) creates a new "Secretary of Equity" position within state government and adds "health equity" as a core requirement across health-related laws. It defines "priority populations" as groups disproportionately affected by health disparities and mandates that health agencies incorporate health equity into all decisions, including requiring a "chief health equity officer" (Section 8). The bill also establishes new reporting requirements for health care spending trends, including data on health inequities (Section 17), and sets aggregate expenditure targets for primary care and behavioral health services (Section 9A). It directly affects state health agencies, healthcare providers, and priority populations by requiring systemic changes to address health disparities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

HD 5803: A communication from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (see item 8000-0655 of Section 2 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting the Office of Grants and Research Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative annual report for fiscal year 2026

This document is an annual report submitted by the Office of Grants and Research to state lawmakers detailing the results of the Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative for fiscal year 2026. The initiative provides grant funding to community-based nonprofits that offer pre-release and post-release services to individuals aged 18 to 25 who are returning to the community from incarceration. Eligible organizations must deliver evidence-based programs that include education, job readiness, and at least 12 months of case management after release. The report outlines the specific criteria used to evaluate applicants, the amount of funds awarded, and the outcomes achieved by the participating programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 3124: 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.

Senate, June 18, 2026 -- The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2928) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan B. Lovely and Michelle L. Badger for legislation to establish a celiac disease screening pilot program, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3124).

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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