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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 9, 2026

H 2092: An Act clarifying mandatory overtime protections

By Representative Doherty of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2092) of Carol A. Doherty and James K. Hawkins relative to mandatory overtime protections in collective bargaining agreements entered into by hospitals and labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill clarifies mandatory overtime protections in hospital collective bargaining agreements, directly protecting workers from excessive hours without compensation, aligning with worker rights and collective bargaining support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 4, 2026

H 2083: An Act relative to the small necessities leave act

By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2083) of Mark J. Cusack relative to family and medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes small necessities leave under family and medical leave, expanding worker benefits and protections within Labor and Workforce Development framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 5, 2026

H 2112: An Act protecting an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2112) of Kenneth I. Gordon protecting an employee's right to rebuttal of personnel records. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly protects employee rights by enabling rebuttal of personnel records, strengthening workplace fairness and accountability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 9, 2026

S 1321: An Act clarifying the wage act to protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1321) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to clarify the wage act to protect hospital workers from being deprived of their wages. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects hospital workers' wages, directly supporting medical professionals (a key healthcare workforce component) by ensuring fair compensation, aiding healthcare system stability.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly protects hospital workers' wages through wage act clarification, directly advancing worker pay protections per Labor & Employment indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1297: An Act clarifying the prevailing wage act to protect actions by the attorney general

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1297) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to clarify the prevailing wage act to protect actions by the attorney general. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies prevailing wage enforcement to protect AG actions, strengthening worker pay protections under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 1196: An Act to prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1196) of Mark C. Montigny and Christopher Hendricks for legislation to prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking by increasing fines and penalties. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly targets child labor exploitation and trafficking, directly protecting vulnerable workers (minors) and enhancing workplace safety protections under labor laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Child Labor

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1229: An Act protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1229) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Paul W. Mark and Nick Collins for legislation to protect honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions. The Judiciary.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill protects employers by creating construction private attorney general actions, likely restricting worker enforcement mechanisms and weakening labor protections.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 3293: An Act relative to the employment of persons with disabilities

By Representatives Biele of Boston and Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3293) of David Biele, Daniel J. Hunt and others relative to the employment of persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill directly addresses employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, advancing equal employment rights and protections under Labor & Employment policies.85% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 4620: An Act relative to the employment of persons with disabilities

This proposed Massachusetts bill (H 4620) requires state-funded service contracts (such as janitorial, food services, or facility management) to employ up to 10% of workers with disabilities. Contracts must employ at least 75 full-time equivalent workers, with the 10% requirement met within one year of award. The law defines "individuals with disabilities" broadly to include physical, mental, or neurological conditions affecting work, and directs specific state agencies to oversee implementation and provide employment support. It applies to all state or local government contracts receiving legislative appropriations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates 10% disabled workers in state contracts, advancing inclusive employment standards for protected group90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3108: An Act to establish the micro business employee training and workforce development program

By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3108) of Carlos González for legislation to establish a tax incentive program for micro businesses to hire formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals receiving transitional benefits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax incentives for micro businesses hiring formerly incarcerated individuals, directly providing tax relief to advance workforce development funding through fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates tax incentives for micro businesses to hire formerly incarcerated and transitional benefits recipients, advancing employment opportunities for underserved workers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Workforce Development

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