By Mr. Rodrigues, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3250) of Michael J. Rodrigues, Carole A. Fiola and Steven J. Ouellette (by vote of the towns) for legislation to provide for recall elections for the Freetown-Lakeville regional school district. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Report of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (pursuant to line item 8000-0605 of Section 2 Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting its Human Trafficking Enforcement and Training FY26 report
Senate, August 13, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1307) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to protect warehouse workers; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1311) of James B. Eldridge, Vanna Howard and James K. Hawkins for legislation relative to uplift families and secure the right to strike for certain public employees; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1339) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Joanne M. Comerford, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to all educators; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1343) of John F. Keenan, Michael O. Moore, David F. DeCoste, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide collective bargaining rights for legislative employees; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1349) of Jason M. Lewis, Michael J. Barrett, James B. Eldridge, Manny Cruz and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1359) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to municipal unemployment insurance reform; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1376) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to unemployment insurance, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3256).
By Representative Galvin of Canton and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5656) of William C. Galvin (by vote of the town) 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.]
This bill is a procedural communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to the legislature. It submits the required expenditure report for fiscal year 2025 regarding the Massachusetts Nursing and Allied Health Workforce Development Trust Fund. The document details how funds were used to support student cohorts enrolling in nursing and allied health programs during the spring and fall 2025 semesters.
Report of the Department of Public Health (pursuant to 105 CMR 451.403) submitting the inspection report for the Barnstable County Correctional Facility, the Plan of Correction (POC) from the facility and the POC acceptance letter from the Division of Environmental Health Regulations and Standards (EHRS)
Report of the Department of Economic Research (pursuant to Section 14F of Chapter 151A of the General Laws) submitting its Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund data for August 2026 quarterly outlook report
This bill is a communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services that submits a report on the healthcare needs of MassHealth enrollees diagnosed with sickle cell disease. The report evaluates the adequacy of currently covered medications, treatments, and health services for this patient population. It includes data on hospitalizations and emergency room visits between July 2022 and June 2024, as well as a list of specific drugs such as hydroxyurea, voxelotor, and gene therapies. The document was placed on file in August 2026.
Report of the Department of Public Health (pursuant to 105 CMR 451.403) submitting the inspection report for the Massachusetts Treatment Center, the Plan of Correction (POC) from the facility and the POC acceptance letter from the Division of Environmental Health Regulations and Standards (EHRS)
This bill submits the Department of Public Health's annual report on the Vaccine Purchase Trust Fund for fiscal year 2024 to the Massachusetts General Court. The fund finances the state's universal purchase and distribution system for routine childhood immunizations, ensuring that children under 19 have access to recommended vaccines through their healthcare providers. During the reported period, the fund collected $208 million from health insurance surcharges and spent $138 million on vaccine purchases and registry maintenance. The report details a significant increase in costs driven by the addition of new vaccines for COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus, as well as catch-up vaccinations following the pandemic.
Report of the Department of Public Health (pursuant to 105 CMR 451.403) submitting the inspection report for the MCI Framingham, the Plan of Correction (POC) from the facility and the POC acceptance letter from the Division of Environmental Health Regulations and Standards (EHRS)
Senate, August 13, 2026 -- The committee on Public Service, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3108) of Barry R. Finegold (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Andover to exempt all Andover police officers from civil service, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3260).
