HD 5500 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code

HD 5500 amends Massachusetts' Uniform Commercial Code to modernize definitions and clarify rules for commercial transactions. It specifically updates key terms like "electronic" (to include digital systems), "delivery" (for electronic documents), and "money" (excluding pre-government electronic records), while refining contract requirements for goods sales over $500. These changes primarily affect businesses, legal professionals, and financial institutions conducting commercial transactions in Massachusetts, particularly those using digital tools or handling electronic records. The bill aims to align state law with current digital commerce practices by making definitions clearer and more precise.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 5, 2026 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Financial Services
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Jan 5, 2026
Committee
Referred to the committee on House Rules
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Alice Peisch
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14th Norfolk