Massachusetts Bills

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

HD 6177: A communication from the Property and Casualty Initiative, LLC (see Section 3 of Chapter 259 of the Acts of 1998) submitting its annual report for fiscal year 2025 [copies of said report were forwarded to the committee on Ways and Means, the committee on Financial Services, and the committee on Revenue, as required by said law]

This bill serves as a procedural submission to the Massachusetts General Court, placing on file the annual report for fiscal year 2025 from the Property and Casualty Initiative, LLC. The document details the organization's financial activities and investments in affordable housing and community services across the state, including specific loan amounts and capital contributions from various member insurance companies. It also includes audited financial statements and a certificate confirming the organization's compliance with the relevant 1998 state law. No new laws or policy changes are enacted by this action; it simply fulfills a statutory requirement to share the group's yearly performance data with legislative committees.

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

HD 6173: A communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (see Section 69 of Chapter 23K of the General Laws) submitting its gaming revenue reports and associated sports wagering revenue report through April, 2026

This bill serves as a formal communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the state legislature, submitting detailed financial reports on sports wagering revenue through April 2026. The document provides a month-by-month breakdown of ticket sales, winnings, and tax collections for Encore Category 1 and Plainridge Park Category 1 locations. By presenting these specific figures, the bill fulfills the commission's statutory obligation to report gaming activity and associated tax accruals to the public and lawmakers.

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

HD 6174: A communication from the Department of Transportation (see item 1596-2406 of Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024) submitting the MassDOT Rail and Transit Division Regional Transit Authority Connectivity Grant Program annual report for fiscal year 2025

This bill serves as a procedural document to file an annual report from the Department of Transportation regarding its regional transit grant program for fiscal year 2025. The report details the progress of the LINK service, a new commuter rail line connecting several existing transit authority areas that is scheduled to begin operations in early 2026. By placing this information on file, the legislation ensures official record-keeping of the state's transit funding and development updates without introducing new laws or policy changes.

Topics ✓ Transportation

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5490: Amendment H.5490

This bill assigns responsibility for maintaining and repairing flood control structures in the Town Line and Linden brooks to the Department of Conservation and Recreation, while the Massachusetts Department of Transportation retains control of the Cutler bridge and its specific infrastructure. Under the new rules, the Department of Conservation and Recreation must inspect, repair, and fund these water control assets at least twice a year and report findings to local city officials in Malden, Revere, and Everett. The legislation also clarifies definitions for terms like "repair" and "reconstruction" to ensure work does not disrupt operations for more than 30 days or replace over 50 percent of an existing structure. Additionally, the bill allows officials from the three affected cities to observe maintenance activities and requires the Department of Transportation to permit access to the bridge for necessary inspections.

Topics ✓ Environment

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5488: Amendment H.5488

This bill requires the Department of Fire Services to create a public database tracking code violations and fines related to hot work safety rules. The department must collect data on specific issues, such as individuals performing hot work without proper training certification or failing to follow permit requirements. Once established, the database will be accessible online and will automatically notify property owners and insurance companies when violations occur. This measure aims to increase transparency and accountability regarding hot work compliance without changing the underlying safety laws themselves.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5489: Amendment H.5489

This bill amends state laws to strengthen protections for student expression and establish a formal process for selecting and reviewing school library materials. It explicitly guarantees students the right to assemble on school property during hours and ensures that library materials chosen by professional librarians remain on shelves unless a school committee votes to remove them based on clear and convincing evidence that the items lack educational value or are not age-appropriate. The legislation also requires school districts to create written policies for library selection that align with professional standards, mandates annual reporting of challenges to these materials, and prevents librarians from facing disciplinary action for making selections that follow professional guidelines. Additionally, the bill updates language in related statutes to use gender-neutral terms and the title "chair" instead of "chairman."

Topics ✓ Education

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5494: Amendment H.5494

Substituted, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, as new text for the Senate Bill regulating the issuance of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in the town of Bolton (Senate, No. 2628, amended). [Local Approval Received.] June 10, 2026.

in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5493: An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

This bill provides funding for various state agencies and programs for the fiscal year 2026, including support for substance addiction services, homelessness programs, and emergency management. It also establishes a separate State Lottery and Gaming Fund to manage lottery revenues specifically for paying prizes, operating costs, and providing aid for local property tax relief and affordable childcare. Additionally, the legislation updates laws regarding military service recognition by defining specific conflict periods and removing residency requirements for certain veterans' benefits.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing ✓ Veterans

signed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 3018: An Act authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials

Senate, April 6, 2026 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator Dooner) for the Senate Bill authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials (Senate, No. 2552).

in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 5377: An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

This bill appropriates funds for the 2026 fiscal year to support various state agencies, including those responsible for substance addiction services, homelessness programs, and public safety operations. It also allocates money for specific projects such as technology costs for district attorneys and snow and ice removal services for the Department of Transportation. Beyond funding, the legislation updates legal thresholds for construction projects and expands procurement rules to allow government bodies to bundle broadband and fiber optic services into single purchases. These changes aim to streamline how the state buys internet infrastructure and adjust financial limits for certain construction activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing ✓ Transportation

signed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 2963: An Act authorizing the town of Milton to use certain land acquired for conservation purposes for school purposes

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2963) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Milton to use certain land acquired for conservation purposes for school purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Education ✗ Environment

signed · Massachusetts · House Jun 10, 2026

H 4843: An Act providing for the exchange of certain park land in the town of Lexington

This bill allows the town of Lexington to exchange approximately 8 acres of park land (described in two deeds) from the select board to the school committee for school purposes, following a special town meeting vote on November 3, 2025. In return, the town must transfer the land containing the current Lexington High School buildings (shown in "Figure G" dated October 3, 2025) from the school committee to the select board for a new athletic field, park, and recreational space. The exchange ensures no net loss of land subject to constitutional protections (Article 97). The bill requires specific procedural steps under Massachusetts law and takes effect upon passage.

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