S 168 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act expanding hoisting examination opportunities for spanish language speakers

This bill amends Massachusetts law to allow hoisting machinery operator examinations to be offered in Spanish. It directly affects individuals who speak Spanish and wish to obtain a license to operate heavy lifting equipment in the state. The key provision requires the Division of Occupational Licensure to provide both written and practical tests in Spanish for applicants who meet standard licensure criteria. This change ensures that non-English speakers have the same opportunity to demonstrate their qualifications as English speakers.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Apr 2024
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Apr 1, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
7
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Apr 1, 2024
Senate · Reported by committee
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Feb 16, 2023
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Paul Feeney
DDemocratic
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Bristol and Norfolk