By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1117) of Manny Cruz, Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to coverage of birth centers and the midwifery workforce. Financial Services.
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1305) of Lydia Edwards, Michael D. Brady, Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan and others for legislation to establish protections and accountability for Delivery Network Company workers, consumers, and communities. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3475) of Marjorie C. Decker and others relative to the transition to clean energy and the training of employees on alternative energy generation and distribution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2081) of Manny Cruz relative to minimum gratuity while dining. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1472) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to EMS leave without loss of pay. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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This bill makes it illegal to use threats, intimidation, or coercion to interfere with someone reporting a civil rights violation. It directly affects individuals filing civil rights complaints and the legal system handling such cases. The key provision adds penalties for anyone who threatens or intimidates people attempting to exercise their civil rights, including those seeking to report discrimination or other violations.
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2071) of Antonio F. D. Cabral relative to time and a half wages. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Richard M. Haggerty for legislation to include bone marrow and organ donation in the paid family and medical leave program. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Representatives Decker of Cambridge and Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3653) of Marjorie C. Decker for legislation to further regulate truck safety requirements. Transportation.
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2343) of William N. Brownsberger and Steven Owens for legislation to expand truck safety requirements. Transportation.