By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2114) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, Michael J. Barrett, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1640) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation relative to military grade controlled property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2153) of Cindy F. Friedman, Sean Garballey, Michael J. Barrett and James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1922) of Michael J. Barrett and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change. Revenue.
By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2740) of Michelle L. Ciccolo, Cindy F. Friedman and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to establish a surcharge on specific commercial development activities for the purpose of funding the creation of community housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representatives Peisch of Wellesley and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4664) of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lincoln be authorized to satisfy legal notice requirements by digital publication. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4650) of Michelle L. Ciccolo, Cindy F. Friedman and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to satisfy legal notice requirements by digital publication. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Gordon of Bedford and Senator Barrett, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2062) of Kenneth I. Gordon and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) relative to authorizing the town of Bedford to adopt alternative methods for notice of public hearings. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Maddy summaryThis bill allows the town of Weston to hire retired full-time police officers as special police officers without the usual age limit of 65, permitting them to serve until age 70. To qualify, these officers must voluntarily retire due to age, provide proof of personal health insurance, and pass a medical exam to ensure they can perform essential duties. While they retain full arrest powers and receive the same hourly pay as regular officers, they are not eligible for additional town benefits or certain disability payments. The town manager appoints these officers for an indefinite term and can remove them at any time with 14 days' written notice.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Lexington to issue ten additional licenses for selling wine and malt beverages for on-premises consumption. Four specific licenses are designated for Pinot's Palette, Galaray House Art Gallery, and Lexington Venue Theater, while seven others must be granted to businesses located within three designated economic development zones. The legislation includes strict rules on license transfers, requiring good standing with tax and unemployment departments, and mandates that all new licenses be issued within three years of the bill's effective date.
