Labor & Employment (Workforce Development)

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 10, 2026

S 3240: An Act establishing protections for workers in extreme temperatures

Senate, August 10, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1355) of Liz Miranda, Mindy Domb and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish extreme temperature worker protections; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1357) of Mark C. Montigny and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish protections for workers in hot conditions, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3240).

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures, directly advancing workplace safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 15, 2026

H 5506: An Act establishing flexibility for long term care facilities workers

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John J. Lawn, Jr. for legislation to establish contract and coverage standards for health care worker platforms. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes contract and coverage standards for healthcare worker platforms, protecting workers and strengthening the healthcare workforce.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes contract and coverage standards for health care workers, strengthening worker protections and employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate May 18, 2026

S 3076: An Act providing opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the commonwealth of Massachusetts

Senate, May 18, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1303) of Lydia Edwards, Paul W. Mark and Vanna Howard for legislation to provide opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3076).

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill aims to expand apprenticeship opportunities and ensure a skilled workforce, directly strengthening labor development and employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Apprenticeships Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 11, 2026

HD 6147: An Act establishing flexibility for long term care facilities workers

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John J. Lawn, Jr. for legislation to establish contract and coverage standards for health care worker platforms. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes contract and coverage standards for healthcare worker platforms, improving worker protections and access to care.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes contract and coverage standards for healthcare worker platforms, aiming to protect workers' rights and improve employment conditions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SD 3878: An Act relative to labor rights of chief probation officers

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul W. Mark for legislation relative to labor rights of chief probation officers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to establish or protect labor rights for chief probation officers, directly advancing worker protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 5209: employee protections and other related matters

This bill directs the Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development committee to investigate three related petitions concerning employee rights and employer practices. The committee must study issues including non-disclosure agreements in discrimination claims, employer disclosure of immigration status to hide wage violations, and damages for wage act violations. The bill requires the committee to submit its findings and any proposed legislation by December 31, 2026. This is a procedural measure that authorizes an official study rather than enacting new laws directly.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill directs investigation into employee protections including NDA restrictions in discrimination claims, immigration status disclosure for wage violations, and wage act damages, indicating intent to strengthen worker rights.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 23, 2026

H 5188: An Act establishing a special commission to study access to unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth

By Representatives Luddy of Orleans and Tarsky of Needham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Hadley Luddy for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study access to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes commission to study unemployment insurance access, which relates to worker benefits and labor standards75% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 23, 2026

H 5021: An Act to expand the doula workforce

H 5021 creates the Maternal Health Justice Fund to expand the doula workforce in Massachusetts. The fund, managed by the Department of Public Health, will provide scholarships for doula certification (prioritizing historically marginalized groups, low-income individuals, and underserved areas), support community doula programs, and fund workforce development. It requires certification programs to teach clinical knowledge (like anatomy and labor support), health equity, anti-racism, trauma-informed care, and cultural competence. The bill directly affects pregnant individuals, birth parents, and doulas by increasing access to non-medical support during pregnancy and postpartum.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds doula certification and programs to expand maternal health services, targeting underserved communities, directly advancing healthcare access and equity.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds doula certification scholarships, workforce development, and prioritizes marginalized groups in employment, directly advancing labor/employment opportunities in maternal healthcare sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Women's Health Professional Licensing Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 22, 2026

H 5016: An Act promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce

This bill creates a Midwifery Workforce Development Fund to support midwifery education, retention, and birth centers. The fund will finance midwifery student tuition, licensing fees, childcare stipends, loan forgiveness for midwives serving underserved areas, and grants for midwifery training programs. It also requires that certified midwives and freestanding birth centers be paid the same rate as physicians for equivalent services under state employee health plans. The bill directly affects midwifery students, practicing midwives, birth centers, and state health programs by providing dedicated funding and ensuring equitable reimbursement.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds midwifery education programs, tuition, training grants, and workforce development, directly supporting higher education and professional training initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFund for midwifery education/retention and mandates equal pay for midwives vs physicians under state plans, advancing workforce standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Higher Education Student Financial Aid Public Employees Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

HD 5567: An Act establishing a special commission to study access to unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth

By Representatives Luddy of Orleans and Tarsky of Needham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Hadley Luddy for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study access to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates commission to study unemployment insurance access under Labor and Workforce Development, aiming to improve worker benefit accessibility.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment Workforce Development

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