H 4146 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act establishing a charter for the city of Medford

HD 4710 establishes a new charter for the city of Medford, defining its government structure and powers. The charter would replace or formalize Medford's existing governing framework, outlining how the city operates, including roles of officials and local authority. This bill requires approval from Medford's mayor and city council, as noted in the petition accompanying the legislation.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
May 2025
Senate Passage
May 2025
Governor
Introduced May 15, 2025 Last action Jul 16, 2025
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
May 19, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
May 15, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

Sponsors