H 487 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act establishing a commission to study the financial relationship between Massachusetts entities and companies owned by the Chinese government

HD 1415 establishes a special commission to study financial ties between Massachusetts entities (including businesses, schools, government agencies, and universities) and Chinese state-owned companies. The commission will identify assets held by these Chinese entities, assess how their operations impact local industries, and evaluate risks to Massachusetts' economic wellbeing and sovereignty. Composed of legislative leaders, state agency heads, and industry representatives, the commission must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2027. The bill does not impose new restrictions but directs a comprehensive study of existing financial relationships.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Mar 5, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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5
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Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors

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