Labor & Employment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 13, 2026

S 1349: An Act relative to raising the minimum wage closer to a living wage in the commonwealth

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (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. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises minimum wage to living wage, directly advancing workers' economic rights and compensation standards per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 15, 2026

H 2159: An Act relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects

By Representative Ramos of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2159) of Orlando Ramos relative to fair wages on government subsidized construction projects. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates fair wages for government-subsidized construction workers, directly protecting compensation rights under Labor & Workforce Development jurisdiction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 9, 2026

S 1320: An Act to increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1320) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to increase unemployment insurance benefits for low wage workers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly increases unemployment insurance benefits for low-wage workers, expanding worker benefits per support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1319: An Act relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1319) of Paul R. Feeney and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill addresses unemployment compensation benefits and labor dispute resolution, directly supporting worker financial security and rights in employment conflicts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 1336: An Act relative to banning noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1336) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to ban noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBans noncompetition agreements, protecting worker mobility and rights under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 15, 2026

H 2161: An Act ensuring fair and full employee compensation

By Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2161) of David Allen Robertson relative to ensuring fair and full employee compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to ensure fair and full employee compensation, directly advancing wage protections and workers' rights under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 2168: An Act relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2168) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Patrick Joseph Kearney relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAddresses unemployment compensation (worker benefits) and labor disputes (worker rights), directly supporting Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 20, 2025

H 2140: An Act creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers

By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2140) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to barriers to job retention for low-income workers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates commission to study barriers for low-income workers' job retention, indicating intent to address labor protections and improve employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2189: An Act relative to bereavement leave

This bill (H 2189) seeks to establish a standard for bereavement leave for employees in Massachusetts. It would require employers to provide paid or unpaid leave for employees experiencing the death of a family member, though the specific duration and eligibility criteria are not detailed in the provided abstract. The bill directly affects workers and employers across the state by creating a statutory framework for this type of leave. The abstract indicates it is filed under the Labor and Workforce Development committee, but the full provisions, such as leave length or covered family members, are not specified in the context provided.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates employer-provided bereavement leave, expanding worker benefits and protecting rights during family loss.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 26, 2025

S 1850: An Act clarifying constitutional officer employers for collective bargaining purposes

This bill clarifies that constitutional officers (such as the Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State) are the direct employers for collective bargaining purposes for employees under their jurisdiction. It directly affects state employees working for these elected officials' offices by designating the officers themselves - not other state entities - as the bargaining employers. The key provision resolves ambiguity about employer status, requiring unions to negotiate directly with the constitutional officer's office rather than a broader state agency. This change streamlines collective bargaining processes for these specific state employees.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies constitutional officers as direct bargaining employers, strengthening union negotiations for state employees under their jurisdiction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Public Employees

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