Rep. Mike Day

Maddy summaryThis bill (H 5056) creates a new process for Massachusetts courts to handle requests involving depositions or discovery from courts in other states or countries. It requires parties seeking such discovery to submit a foreign subpoena to a Massachusetts court clerk, along with specific details like case information and contact details for all involved parties. The clerk then issues a Massachusetts subpoena incorporating the foreign request, following standard court procedures. This change applies to all pending cases as of January 1, 2027, and aims to streamline cross-jurisdictional legal proceedings.

Maddy summaryHD 3344 allows Massachusetts courts to handle subpoenas issued by courts in other states for gathering evidence (depositions, documents, or records) within Massachusetts. It requires parties seeking such evidence to submit the foreign subpoena, along with specific details like attorney contact information and a filing fee, to a Massachusetts clerk of court. The clerk then issues a Massachusetts subpoena that incorporates the foreign subpoena’s terms and includes case details. This streamlines cross-state legal discovery by creating a standardized process under Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure, applying to cases pending as of January 1, 2026. The bill directly affects parties involved in lawsuits filed in other states who need to collect evidence in Massachusetts.

Maddy summaryThis bill (H 4996) amends Massachusetts law to increase penalties for organized retail crimes. It adds a specific sentencing option allowing courts to impose up to 2.5 years in a house of correction for certain retail theft offenses, updating two sections of the criminal code (Chapter 266, Section 30D and Chapter 218, Section 26). The change directly affects individuals convicted of organized retail theft, providing judges with a new sentencing tool. The bill focuses on modifying existing criminal penalties rather than creating new programs or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts retirement law to clarify the process for handling convictions that could lead to losing pension or retirement benefits. It requires the retirement commission to first confirm that a conviction meets specific legal criteria (under Chapters 30 or 268A) before notifying an individual's retirement board or employer about the conviction. The commission must determine forfeiture is legally required before sharing details, preventing premature notifications. This directly affects retirement system members facing conviction-related benefit reviews and ensures the commission reviews cases before action is taken.

Maddy summaryHD 3314 amends a Massachusetts law to clarify the reporting process when a retirement system member faces a conviction that could lead to loss of pension benefits. It requires the attorney general or district attorney to immediately notify the retirement commission upon learning of such a conviction, but the commission cannot automatically forward the information to the member's retirement board or employer. Instead, the commission must first determine if the conviction legally requires forfeiture of benefits under existing laws (specifically Chapters 30, 32, or 268A), and only then direct the retirement board to take action. This bill directly affects public employees in retirement systems whose convictions might trigger pension forfeiture, while streamlining the notification process between prosecutors and retirement authorities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to expand sentencing options for organized retail theft crimes. It adds a new alternative sentence of up to 2.5 years in a house of correction (a local facility for less severe offenses) alongside existing state prison terms for certain offenses under Chapter 266, Section 30D. Specifically, it modifies punishments for crimes involving theft of $1,000+ from retail stores (or similar organized thefts) by inserting the house of correction option after the current prison terms. The change applies to individuals convicted under these specific retail crime provisions. It does not create new crimes but alters the available penalties for existing offenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill (H 4858) updates Massachusetts expungement law by restricting access to sealed or expunged criminal records. It prohibits anyone from making these records available for inspection, including by employers or background check services, unless the information is used solely for statistical or research purposes without identifying individuals. The bill directly affects people whose records have been sealed under sections 100A, 100B, or 100C, or expunged under sections 100F, 100G, 100H, or 100K. Key changes include broadening restrictions to cover all expungement categories and clarifying that research data must not reveal personal identities. The bill is currently pending in the House committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HD 3853) authorizes Massachusetts to create a pilot program under the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. It establishes a "State Immigration Processing & Waiver Office" to develop a database for legal visitors and residents, and explore Employer Sponsorship Agreements (ESAs) where Massachusetts employers can sponsor credentialed non-citizen workers. The pilot also aims to coordinate with federal authorities on potentially allowing state law enforcement to screen certain employable non-citizens, with possible federal reimbursement. The bill directly affects Massachusetts employers needing qualified workers and non-citizen residents seeking clearer immigration pathways within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill defines "reserve veteran" for Massachusetts as National Guard or Reserve members with 20+ years of service under federal law and an honorable discharge. It requires the state to honor and recognize these individuals as veterans through outreach programs and inclusion in veteran events. Crucially, it clarifies that this recognition does not make reserve veterans eligible for state benefits solely based on this status. The bill focuses on ceremonial recognition, not changes to benefit eligibility.

Maddy summaryHD 3316 creates a state council to help people with disabilities find jobs by requiring state agencies and local governments to consider purchasing services from certified providers. The council will maintain a list of approved services, verify fair market prices, and ensure certified programs employ at least 75% people with disabilities in direct work (like service delivery, not admin). This affects state agencies buying services, disability-focused nonprofits (community rehabilitation programs), and people with disabilities seeking employment. The law aims to expand job opportunities while ensuring these services offer value to public buyers.