Technology

passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 2346: An Act relative to a local option for municipalities to own and operate their own internet provider

By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2346) of Erika Uyterhoeven relative to municipalities owning and operating broadband high speed internet infrastructure and services. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables municipalities to establish public broadband providers, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity as a core policy goal.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3974: An Act relative to cellular coverage

By Representative Luddy of Orleans, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3974) of Hadley Luddy relative to cellular coverage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill addresses cellular coverage expansion, directly enhancing mobile internet access infrastructure under technology policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 30, 2025

H 4670: An Act relative to personal financial literacy education

H 4670 requires Massachusetts public middle and high schools to provide personal financial literacy education starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It creates a dedicated fund to support this effort, financed by state appropriations, private donations (with safeguards against undue influence), and interest, which schools can use for curriculum materials, teacher training, and competitive grants. The law mandates specific topics like budgeting, credit, investing, and digital safety, while prioritizing underserved schools and requiring annual public reports on fund usage and program implementation. This directly affects all public schools and students in grades 6-12 by integrating financial skills into their education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state appropriations to fund financial literacy education, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates personal financial literacy education in schools with dedicated funding for curriculum and teacher training, advancing educational programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly mandates 'digital safety' as a required topic in financial literacy curriculum, supporting digital safety (a component of cybersecurity/digital rights within technology policy).80% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Teachers

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3527: An Act preserving broadband service for low-income consumers

By Representative Mendes of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3527) of Rita A. Mendes relative to broadband service for low-income consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyPreserves broadband service for low-income consumers, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity per bill title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 666: An Act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth

By Representatives Peisch of Wellesley and Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 666) of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Andrea Joy Campbell and others relative to the use of personal electronic devices on school grounds. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes distraction-free learning by restricting personal devices on school grounds, directly protecting educational quality and classroom focus per its title and summary.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts personal device use in schools to create distraction-free environment, limiting technology access in educational setting90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 264: An Act establishing protections for consumers interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 264) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to protect consumers interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly establishes consumer protections for AI chatbot interactions, directly aligning with data privacy and consumer protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 243: An Act requiring consumer notification for chatbot systems

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 243) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to require consumer notification for software or computer program that simulates human conversation or chatter through text or voice interactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires consumer notification for chatbot interactions, enhancing transparency and consumer protection in digital communications.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 24, 2025

H 3649: An Act limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3649) of Michael S. Day relative to limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission, directly promoting electric vehicles and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission/electric, directly reducing transportation emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly limits autonomous driving capabilities to electric vehicles, restricting technology application in transportation.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission, directly promoting sustainable transportation policies and vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Autonomous Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Dec 8, 2025

HD 5363: An Act relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency

HD 5363 requires major social media platforms operating in Massachusetts to conduct monthly algorithm audits focused on child safety risks, such as mental health harms, addictive behaviors, and exposure to harmful content like tobacco or gambling. Covered platforms - defined as those processing personal data for 100,000+ Massachusetts residents or meeting specific revenue thresholds - must register annually with the Attorney General’s office, pay for independent audits, and submit transparency reports starting in 2026. The law mandates audits to assess whether platforms are "likely to be accessed" by children (e.g., through audience composition or marketing) and to evaluate algorithmic risks like bullying or predatory marketing. It establishes an Office of Social Media Transparency and Accountability within the Attorney General’s office to enforce these requirements and oversee an expert Advisory Council.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates algorithm audits for child safety, enhancing platform accountability and user protection per bill's focus on mental health harms and harmful content exposure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 258: An Act protecting the privacy of social care information

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 258) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to protect the privacy of individuals’ social care information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects privacy of social care information, aligning with data privacy safeguards in technology policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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