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in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

H 5104: debt-free education and other matters

H 5104 is a procedural study resolution, not a policy bill. It authorizes the Higher Education committee to investigate six related House documents (H1436, H1437, H1446, H1460, H1464, H4113) focused on "debt-free education" and other higher education matters. The committee must study these documents and submit recommendations with draft legislation by December 31, 2026. This resolution does not change laws itself but may lead to future bills based on the committee's findings.
in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

H 5106: student representation and public private partnerships

H 5106 is a procedural bill authorizing the Massachusetts House Committee on Higher Education to study two specific documents (H1439 and H1445) about student representation in higher education and public-private partnerships. The committee must investigate these topics and report findings, recommendations, and draft legislation to the full House by December 31, 2026. This bill does not enact policy changes but sets a process for future legislative action based on the committee's study. It directly affects the committee's work and potential future bills addressing student representation and partnership models in higher education.
in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

HD 5686: An Act establishing the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program

By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adam J. Scanlon for legislation to establish a missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program. Housing.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes program for missing-middle starter homes, increasing affordable housing access through development and ownership opportunities95% confidence
Adam Scanlon (D)
introduced · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

HD 5659: A communication from the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office (see Section 6 of Chapter 258B of the General Laws) submitting a report on the Victim Witness Assistance program

This bill (HD 5659) is a procedural request requiring the Cape and Islands District Attorney's Office to submit a report on its Victim Witness Assistance program to the legislature. It does not create new policies or affect constituents; it solely mandates the DA's office to provide an existing report as specified under Section 6 of Chapter 258B of the General Laws. The bill was placed on file on February 17, 2026, with no further action taken.
in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 17, 2026

S 2864: An Act relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth

December 15, 2025 -- The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 383) of John F. Keenan for legislation to create a facilities loan program for private special education schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 430) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Joanne M. Comerford, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation for a special commission to review and valuate the commonwealth’s current special education financing structure; (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 442) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to establish a special commission on special education funding; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 454) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to conduct a study on the delivery of special education services; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 455) of Bruce E. Tarr relative to the foundation funding of special education, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2864).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates facilities loan program and reviews special education financing structure, directly funding essential public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates facilities loan program for special education schools and reviews financing structure to ensure fiscal sustainability, directly advancing special education funding and access.92% confidence
introduced · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

HD 5625: A communication from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (see Section 106 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting a report relative to the feasibility and efficacy of a housing construction sales tax exemption program

HD 5625 is a procedural bill requiring the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities to submit a report on the feasibility and effectiveness of a housing construction sales tax exemption program. The report will assess how such a program could help meet growing housing demand and prevent rising home prices, as referenced in the bill's context. This bill does not enact policy changes but directs a study to inform future legislative decisions. The bill was placed on file on February 12, 2026.
introduced · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

HD 5622: A communication from the Executive Office of Economic Development (see Section 13T of Chapter 23A of the General Laws) submitting the Office of Travel and Tourism and Massachusetts Marketing Partnership annual report on state expenditures for fiscal year 2025

HD 5622 is a procedural bill requiring the submission of the Massachusetts Marketing Partnership's annual report on state expenditures for tourism promotion in fiscal year 2025. The report details spending on marketing programs (both international and domestic), industry support (including tourism research), and administrative costs, as well as noting that regional tourism councils have separate reports for their activities. This report is prepared by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism and covers state funding used to promote Massachusetts as a travel destination. The bill itself does not create new policy but ensures transparency in how tourism-related state funds were allocated.
introduced · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

HD 5626: A communication from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (see Section 107 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting a report relative to the feasibility and efficacy of using licensed third-party inspectors to conduct inspections

HD 5626 is a procedural bill requesting the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities to submit a report evaluating the feasibility and effectiveness of using licensed third-party inspectors for building code compliance under the Massachusetts Building Code (CMR). This bill does not change current inspection procedures but asks for an assessment of potential alternatives to state-employed inspectors. The report would examine whether third-party inspections could be implemented effectively. The bill was placed on file on February 12, 2026.
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