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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 11, 2025

H 2913: An Act relative to public safety line of duty benefits

By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2913) of Paul McMurtry relative to public safety line of duty benefits. Public Service.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides line-of-duty benefits for public safety workers, expanding employment-related benefits and workplace safety protections for a specific labor group.85% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SD 3007: An Act to ensure non-discrimination by improving algorithmic system

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Liz Miranda for legislation to ensure non-discrimination by improving algorithmic system. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prevents algorithmic discrimination in hiring/employment systems, directly protecting workers' rights from biased AI tools used in employment decisions.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill targets non-discrimination in algorithmic systems, enhancing data privacy and digital equity - directly aligns with tech policy support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 761: An Act to strengthen the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund

By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 761) of Manny Cruz relative to the long-term care workforce and capital trust fund. Elder Affairs.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill title explicitly states 'strengthen the long-term care workforce,' aligning with labor support indicators by advancing workforce conditions in a key employment sector.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 14, 2025

S 1802: An Act providing for a COVID-19 retirement credit to essential public health and safety employees

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1802) of Nick Collins for legislation to provide for a COVID-19 retirement credit to essential first responders employees. Public Service.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides retirement credit benefit for essential workers, enhancing employment-related financial security and worker welfare95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 14, 2025

SD 2946: An Act relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination

By Mr. Fattman (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David Matthews for legislation relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill focuses on Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, directly protecting workers from employment discrimination - a core labor rights issue under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 2, 2025

H 2089: An Act relative to roadway excavation quality assurance

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2089) of Marjorie C. Decker and others relative to the payment of wages on certain excavation projects. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates wage payment for excavation workers, directly protecting labor rights under Labor and Workforce Development focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 21, 2025

HD 4420: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges

By Representative Doherty of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carol A. Doherty for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carlos Borges, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes sick leave bank for an employee, directly expanding worker benefits per legislative intent.85% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Dec 4, 2025

H 4344: An Act relative to insurance coverage for doula services

H 4344 requires all health insurance policies in Massachusetts (including employer plans and MassHealth) to cover doula services without cost-sharing like deductibles or copays. It mandates a minimum of 20 hours of prenatal/postpartum support per pregnancy, continuous labor support, and reimbursement at MassHealth rates, while prohibiting referrals and additional credentialing requirements. The bill directly affects insurers, policyholders, and doulas by standardizing coverage for non-medical support during pregnancy, birth, adoption, loss, and postpartum care. Key provisions include eliminating prior authorization for coverage and requiring policies to follow state-developed doula credentialing standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for doula services without cost-sharing, expanding access to non-medical prenatal/postpartum care95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates insurance coverage for doula services, standardizing reimbursement and removing cost barriers, directly supporting doulas' employment and income as workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 7, 2025

S 1345: An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1345) of John F. Keenan, Steven Owens, James B. Eldridge and James K. Hawkins for legislation to expand access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands employer-provided commuter transit benefits, enhancing employee workplace benefits and reducing transportation costs for workers.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly expands employer commuter transit benefits, directly advancing public transit access and usage per transportation policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 23, 2026

H 3924: An Act expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits as to the city of Cambridge

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3924) of Marjorie C. Decker (with the approval of the city council) relative to expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits in the city of Cambridge. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands dependent definition for municipal employee benefits, increasing coverage for family members under workplace benefits.95% confidence

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