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 these innovations could boost the economy, create jobs, improve public health, and reduce environmental impacts like greenhouse gas emissions. A 13-member panel, including legislators, government officials, and industry experts, will be appointed to conduct this review and develop a master plan of recommendations for supporting the sector. The commission is required to hold multiple meetings, including at least one public hearing, and must submit its findings within a specified timeframe.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2024
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Mar 28, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
3
Committee
4
Mar 28, 2024
Committee
Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
upper
Mar 28, 2024
Upper · Passed
Committee recommended ought to pass
upper
Feb 20, 2024
Upper · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
upper
1 primary · 13 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Pat Jehlen
DDemocratic
Co
Jack Lewis
DDemocratic
Co
Jamie Eldridge
DDemocratic
Co
Jason Lewis
DDemocratic
Co
Jo Comerford
DDemocratic
Co
John Cronin
DDemocratic
Co
John Velis
DDemocratic
Co
Julian Cyr
DDemocratic
Co
Matt Muratore
RRepublican
Co
Mike Moore
DDemocratic
Co
Patrick O'Connor
RRepublican
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