Senate - June 8, 2026 -- Text of Senate amendment (Senator Cyr) to the House bill authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026 (House, No. 5478)
Text of a further amendment, offered by Mr. Walsh of Peabody, to the Senate amendment of the House Bill authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026 (House, No. 5478, amended). June 8, 2026.
This law allows cities and towns to choose whether to let local bars and restaurants sell alcohol for takeout and permit drinking in public spaces during summer 2026. Participating municipalities can set specific districts where public consumption is allowed, while also enabling businesses to stay open for one extra hour until 3:00 a.m. The rules apply strictly between June 8 and July 31, 2026, and establishments must continue to sell only the types of alcohol they are already licensed to serve.
Senate, June 1, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design (Senate, No. 3107),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3107).
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents relative to affordable housing, public housing, rental issues, condominiums and other housing related issues
This bill establishes a one-year temporary pause on approving new large-scale ground-mounted solar panels and battery storage systems in the town of Worthington, while allowing residential solar projects to continue. During this moratorium period, the town must conduct a planning study to review and update its zoning rules for industrial solar installations, ensuring any future regulations protect local ecological resources and align with community planning goals. The pause ends either after one year or when the town adopts new zoning amendments, whichever happens first.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 837) of John C. Velis for legislation to strengthen the state credit union charter. Financial Services.
By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 766) of Adam Gomez for legislation to authorize municipalities to deposit into credit unions. Financial Services.
This bill creates a 10-member commission to develop rules for how insurance companies set rates on two types of housing: properties with affordability restrictions (like subsidized units) and properties where tenants use housing vouchers. The commission includes government officials, housing advocates, community development groups, builders, and insurance representatives. It must propose specific legislation to the relevant committees by December 31, 2026, to address potential rate-setting issues affecting these housing types. The bill directly impacts insurance companies, affordable housing providers, and voucher tenants by targeting the insurance pricing framework for these properties.
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adam J. Scanlon and Manny Cruz for legislation to further regulate the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops. Agriculture.
The bill HD 2427 is a draft currently being prepared by House Counsel, with no substantive text or details provided in the available context. The title mentions establishing a "Barnstable home center for housing resources," but no specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are described. Without completed bill language or a finalized summary, concrete policy details cannot be confirmed. As a procedural draft, it does not yet outline funding, eligibility, or operational requirements. We recommend checking for updates once the bill is finalized and published.
Text of House amendments to the Senate Bill establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act (being the text of House document numbered 5472, published as amended). June 4, 2026.
