Labor & Employment (Labor Standards)

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1810: An Act protecting honest employers by creating construction private attorney general actions

By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1810) of Patrick Joseph Kearney relative to creating construction wage theft private attorney general actions. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates private attorney general actions for construction wage theft, enabling workers to recover unpaid wages and strengthening enforcement of wage laws.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1332: An Act clarifying the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1332) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to clarify the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill clarifies payment process for dismissed employees' wages, directly protecting workers' rights to timely compensation upon termination with no ambiguity in intent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 4208: An Act relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act

By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., relative to damages for employees aggrieved by violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes damages for wage violations under Massachusetts Wage Act, strengthening employee protections and enforcement against employer non-compliance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 21, 2025

SD 3091: An Act to notify employees of an I-9 audit

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to require employers to notify current employees of an I-9 employment eligibility verification form, or other employment records, within 72 hours of receiving the notice from a government agency. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires employers to notify employees of I-9 audits, enhancing transparency and protecting workers' employment rights through timely awareness of verification processes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1318: An Act relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1318) of Paul R. Feeney, Jason M. Lewis, Sal N. DiDomenico, Michael O. Moore and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates compliance with prevailing wage laws, ensuring fair compensation for workers on public projects, directly protecting labor rights and wages.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 3, 2025

H 2065: An Act relative to a four-day work week pilot program

By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2065) of Shirley B. Arriaga that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to establish a four-day work week pilot program. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProposes four-day work week pilot, expanding employee benefits and work-life balance under labor standards, directly advancing employment flexibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 2145: An Act establishing a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies

By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2145) of Adrian C. Madaro relative to establishing a minimum wage for certain employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage for airline catering employees, directly increasing wages and strengthening worker compensation protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 2178: An Act relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security officers

By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2178) of Chynah Tyler for legislation to establish a prevailing wage for security officers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes prevailing wage for security officers, ensuring fair compensation and strengthening wage protections under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 15, 2026

H 2182: An Act relative to an eight hour work day

By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2182) of Erika Uyterhoeven relative to an eight hour work day. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill proposes eight-hour workday standard, directly advancing workers' rights and workplace conditions under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 311: An Act protecting wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card

This bill (HD 311) requires employers in Massachusetts who pay employees via payroll cards to provide specific protections. It mandates that employees can make at least one free withdrawal per pay period (no more than weekly) for their full net wages, and employers must disclose all fees upfront (excluding third-party fees). Additionally, employees must have free access to check their account balances online or via phone, without limits on how many times they can check. The bill directly affects workers receiving wages through payroll cards, ensuring clearer access to their earned pay and reducing unexpected costs.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates free wage access, fee transparency, and balance checks for payroll card users, directly protecting workers' earned wages from hidden fees and restricting employer financial control.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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