S 2218 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth

This bill designates "Roadrunner" by Jonathan Richman and The Modern Lovers as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. It directly affects the state's symbolic identity by adding this specific song to official state designations under the General Laws. The key mechanism is a simple statutory amendment to Chapter 2 of the General Laws, formally naming the song without altering any substantive policies or affecting residents' rights or obligations. This is a ceremonial measure with no practical impact beyond symbolic recognition.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Nov 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Nov 10, 2025
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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4
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Committee
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Nov 10, 2025
Senate · Reported by committee
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules
Feb 27, 2025
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 27, 2025
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
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