Labor & Employment

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 29, 2026

H 2127: An Act relative to the notification of large job layoffs

By Representative Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2127) of Daniel J. Hunt for legislation to require certain notices prior to plant closings or layoffs. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires advance notice for large layoffs, protecting workers' rights by providing time to prepare for job loss under Labor and Workforce Development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 1375: An Act to preserve employer autonomy

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1375) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to preserve employer autonomy relative to employee leave. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentPreserves employer autonomy on employee leave, weakening mandatory benefits and reducing worker protections related to leave policies.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1295: An Act relative to workforce training

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1295) of Brendan P. Crighton and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to promote a workplace free of all forms of unlawful harassment. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to promote harassment-free workplaces, directly protecting workers' rights under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 1324: An Act relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1324) of Paul R. Feeney and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to update overtime salary thresholds and codifying definitions to protect middle-class workers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentUpdates overtime thresholds to protect middle-class workers, advancing wage protections under Labor & Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 29, 2026

H 2166: An Act relative to updating overtime salary thresholds and codify definitions to protect the middle class

By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2166) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Daniel M. Donahue relative to overtime pay and the salary threshold for overtime exemption. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentUpdates overtime salary thresholds to expand eligibility, directly strengthening wage protections for middle-class workers under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1309: An Act allowing for airline catering to be considered covered employees

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1309) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to establish forthwith a minimum wage for employees of airline catering companies. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage for airline catering workers, directly advancing wage standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 8, 2025

H 4450: An Act regulating the use of credit reports by employers

H 4450 bans most employers in Massachusetts from using credit reports for hiring or employment decisions. It prohibits employers from requesting, using, or requiring job applicants or employees to provide credit history information as part of employment screening, except for three specific cases: positions requiring federal background checks, national security clearances, or senior financial roles at certain staffing agencies. The law also protects applicants who refuse to provide credit reports or report violations from retaliation. It takes effect January 1, 2025, and does not apply to public record checks like court filings. This directly affects employers and job seekers across the state, limiting how credit history can influence hiring.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBans employer use of credit reports in hiring, protecting applicants from potential financial discrimination and advancing employment fairness.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 22, 2025

H 2155: An Act providing for the self-certification of benefits for small businesses

By Representative Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2155) of Alice Hanlon Peisch relative to providing for the self-certification of family or medical leave benefits for small businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill enables small businesses to self-certify family/medical leave benefits, expanding worker access to benefits under Labor and Workforce Development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Professional Licensing Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 22, 2025

H 2144: An Act relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction

By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2144) of William F. MacGregor, Erika Uyterhoeven and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires private construction employers to report employee benefits transparently, enhancing worker awareness of entitlements and protecting rights under labor standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 22, 2025

H 2110: An Act improving the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2110) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to paid family medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareImproves paid family medical leave access, expanding coverage for healthcare-related absences like medical treatment or childbirth.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly improves paid family leave benefits, expanding worker protections and aligning with 'support' indicators for labor rights and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workforce Development

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