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passed both · Massachusetts · House Aug 24, 2026

H 5110: An Act authorizing the town of Petersham to continue the employment of police department members Richard D. Cooley Jr. and David A. Shoemaker

By Representative Saunders of Belchertown and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5110) of Aaron L. Saunders (by vote of the town) 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.]
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 24, 2026

S 1606: An Act requiring AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1606) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to require AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations and that mandatory training be provided to all staff and members. Public Health.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires AEDs and mandatory training in public venues for cardiac emergencies, advancing public health safety protocols under explicit Public Health designation.95% confidence
Patrick O'Connor (R)
passed both · Massachusetts · House Aug 24, 2026

H 3417: An Act designating Domestic Workers' Rights Day

This bill (H 3417) requests the Governor issue an annual proclamation designating June 16th as "Domestic Workers' Rights Day." It directly affects domestic workers in Massachusetts by formally recognizing their contributions and rights through a state-level observance. The key mechanism is a simple gubernatorial proclamation, requiring no new laws or funding, and it would be issued every year on June 16th. The bill is procedural and commemorative, not a policy change.
signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 21, 2026

H 5380: An Act exempting the positions of police chief and deputy police chief in the city of Medford from the civil service law

By Representative Donato of Medford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5380) of Paul J. Donato (with the approval of the mayor and city council) 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.]
Paul Donato (D) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 21, 2026

H 4269: An Act 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

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4269) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) 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.]
Marcus Vaughn (R)
signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 21, 2026

H 4293: An Act establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Hopkinton

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4293) 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.]
James Arena-DeRosa (D)
introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 20, 2026

SD 4124: Communication from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (required by Section 5 of Chapter 23J of the General Laws) submitting its letter regarding the delay in the submission of its annual fiscal reports

This bill serves as a procedural communication from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to the state Senate, acknowledging a delay in submitting its required annual fiscal reports. It directly affects the agency by formally documenting this reporting lapse under existing legal mandates. The document does not propose new policy changes but rather records the center's explanation for the late submission.
introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 20, 2026

SD 4122: Fiscal Year 2026 Excess Capital Gains Tax Revenue Transfers to the Stabilization Fund, the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund, and the Pension Liability Fund

Report from the Office of the Comptroller (pursuant to Section 5G of Chapter 29 of the General Laws and Section 117 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting its fiscal year 2026 capital gains tax revenue transfers to the Stabilization Fund, the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund, and the Pension Liability Fund
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill transfers excess tax revenue to stabilization and pension funds, strengthening fiscal reserves and protecting long-term government obligations.85% confidence
introduced · Massachusetts · House Aug 20, 2026

H 5658: Amendment H.5658

Text of an amendment, offered by Mr. Walsh of Peabody, to the Senate Bill providing equal opportunity for residents to vote on establishment of the Great River Regional School District (Senate, No. 3181). August 20, 2026.
Tom Walsh (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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