Message from Her Excellency the Governor recommending legislation relative to providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth.
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1596) of Antonio F. D. Cabral for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ana C. Contreras, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.
This bill allows the town of Swansea to issue up to six new licenses for establishments to serve alcohol on-premises within the Swansea Mall Redevelopment Area. The licenses are restricted to specific zones outlined in Swansea's zoning map (along Route 6 and Route 118), must be marked "Swansea Mall Redevelopment Area," and cannot be transferred outside this zone. Businesses must provide proof of tax compliance to the licensing authority before receiving a license, and licenses expire or return to the town if not renewed or terminated. The law directly affects new or existing restaurants and bars seeking to operate in this designated redevelopment area.
By Representative Orrall of Lakeville and Senator Dooner, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2320) of Norman J. Orrall and Kelly A. Dooner (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to appoint the position of treasurer-collector in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4136) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf (by vote of the town) relative to stabilization funds in the town of Leicester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
This bill authorizes the town of Maynard to grant Maynard Corner Store LLC (located at 49 Walnut Street) a new license for off-premises alcohol sales (like liquor store purchases), replacing their existing wine/malt beverage license. It allows one additional license at that specific location under state law, with strict rules: the license cannot be moved to a new location, must be returned to Maynard if terminated, and requires proof of tax compliance for renewal. The law took effect immediately upon enactment on October 16, 2025. This is a targeted change for one business, not a broader policy.
Senate, July 28, 2025 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator Tarr) for the Senate Bill establishing the Gloucester Fisheries Commission (Senate, No. 2507).
By Representative Duffy of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 360) of Patricia A. Duffy (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Barrett, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4158) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Weston be authorized to expand its select board from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul Starvaski, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
This bill exempts construction and redevelopment activities for affordable housing and a branch library at 555-559 Columbia Road in Dorchester, Boston, from standard public contracting rules (like Chapter 149). Instead, it requires adherence to specific sections of Chapter 149 (26-27H) for procurement, while allowing property acquisition costs to exceed typical limits. The exemption applies if the project uses low-income housing tax credits or federal funding, but standard rules for public works contracts still apply in those cases. The bill also specifies that transferring the project to certain nonprofit or redevelopment entities must follow Chapter 30B rules.
By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3893) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
