H 402 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to protein innovation in Massachusetts

This bill establishes a special Protein Innovation Commission to study the potential of alternative proteins, such as plant-based, fermented, and cultivated meats, within Massachusetts. The commission will investigate how the state can support this growing industry by analyzing its economic and job creation benefits, environmental impacts like reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and contributions to food security and public health. The 13-member panel will include legislators, government officials, and experts appointed by the governor, with the ultimate goal of developing a master plan of recommendations to foster the industry's expansion.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
May 2024
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 13, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
7
Key actions
3
Committee
4
May 13, 2024
Lower · Passed
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
lower
Mar 28, 2024
Committee
Discharged to the committee on House Rules
lower
Mar 4, 2024
Lower · Passed
Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
lower
1 primary · 26 co-sponsors

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