Labor & Employment

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 2095: An Act relative to non-disclosure agreements relating to a claim of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment or violation of public policy in employment

By Representative DuBois of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2095) of Michelle M. DuBois relative to non-disclosure agreements relating to a claim of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment or violation of public policy in employment. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits non-disclosure agreements in discrimination, wage non-payment, retaliation, or harassment claims, protecting workers' right to report violations without silencing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Workforce Development

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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 Jul 13, 2026

S 1958: An Act establishing the micro business employee training and workforce development program

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1958) of Sal N. DiDomenico 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 establishes tax incentive program for micro businesses, providing tax relief as fiscal policy tool to fund workforce development.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill incentivizes hiring formerly incarcerated individuals, directly reducing recidivism through workforce integration and rehabilitation support.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax incentives for hiring formerly incarcerated and transitional benefits recipients directly expands employment opportunities, aligning with labor & employment support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 22, 2025

H 2109: An Act amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2109) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to the definitions of covered business entities and covered contract workers under paid family medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends paid family leave definitions to expand coverage for more workers, increasing access to healthcare-related leave benefits under Massachusetts law.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAmends definitions to expand covered workers under paid family leave law, including contract workers, thereby protecting more employees' benefits and rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 23, 2025

S 1358: An Act relative to apprenticeship programs

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1358) of Michael O. Moore, Brian W. Murray, James K. Hawkins, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to apprenticeship programs in trades. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes apprenticeship programs under Labor and Workforce Development, advancing workforce training and employment pathways for workers in trades.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Apprenticeships Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 23, 2025

S 1286: An Act regulating the use of credit reports by employers

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1286) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRegulating employer use of credit reports protects workers from potential discrimination based on financial history, advancing labor rights as defined in the topic description.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 2101: An Act to enforce laws protecting worksite safety

By Representative Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2101) of Michael J. Finn for legislation to enforce laws protecting worksite safety. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly enforces worksite safety laws, directly protecting workers' rights and improving workplace safety standards per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Workplace Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 11, 2026

H 2162: An Act relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth

By Representative Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2162) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others relative to compliance with prevailing wage laws for offsite fabrication. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates compliance with prevailing wage laws, protecting workers' pay rates on public projects by ensuring fair compensation standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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