Sen. Mike Moore

Senate, March 12, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet shops (Senate, No. 2720),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled "An Act promoting pet equity, treatment and safety" (Senate, No. 3014).

By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2654) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and others relative to critical incident stress management for emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3962) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr relative to inspections of buildings or structures occupied in whole or in part as a short-term rental. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 136) of Steven Owens and Kristin E. Kassner for legislation to further regulate the use of sludge from a municipal, commercial or industrial wastewater treatment plant as an agricultural product. Agriculture.

Senate November 19, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 618) of Jason M. Lewis, Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 650) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet shops; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 651) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Michael O. Moore, Marcus S. Vaughn, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2720).

By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2634) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to indecent assault and battery committed by law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Maddy summaryH 4751 proposes amendments to Westborough's municipal charter, which governs the town's local government structure and operations. The bill requires formal approval from Westborough's local government (as noted by "Local Approval Received" in the abstract) before implementation. This is a routine charter revision affecting only Westborough's governance framework, with no broader statewide impact.

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2385) of Leigh Davis and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to mitigating the risks of avian influenza also known as H5N1. Public Health.

By Representative Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3153) of Hannah Kane, Patrick Joseph Kearney and Michael O. Moore relative to the state tax return filings for annuities. Revenue.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Department of Conservation and Recreation to conduct a formal review of its forest management practices every five years, starting with an assessment of current guidelines and operations. The review must evaluate how well existing practices protect natural resources, improve transparency and public participation, and address climate change impacts while considering opportunities to expand forest reserves and nature-based solutions. During the review period, the department cannot lease, sell, or remove timber from public forests except for emergencies, and must hold public hearings and accept written testimony from residents across the state. The department must submit its findings and recommendations to state legislative committees by June 30, 2027, including updated guidelines and proposed changes to improve forest management accountability.