Massachusetts Bills

introduced · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

HD 6118: A communication from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (see Section 1P of Chapter 69 of the General Laws) submitting the tenth annual report of the Safe and Supportive Schools Commission [copies of said report were forwarded to the committee on Ways and Means, committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities, committee on Education; and the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery, as required by said law]

This bill is a procedural document that formally submits the tenth annual report from the Safe and Supportive Schools Commission to several state legislative committees. The report details the commission's work and findings related to creating safe and supportive learning environments in schools. By placing the document on file, the bill fulfills a legal requirement to share this information with the relevant committees for their review.

introduced · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

HD 6119: A monthly report of the Department of Revenue (under Section 5(e) of Chapter 62F of the General Laws) on year-to-date net state tax revenue for March, 2026

This bill requires the Department of Revenue to submit a monthly report on year-to-date net state tax revenue for March 2026. The report must be filed under Section 5(e) of Chapter 62F of the General Laws and placed on file by the legislature. The bill is procedural and does not change any tax rates or policies.

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

SD 3939: An Act relative to refunds and customer service standards for food delivery platforms

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to refunds and customer service standards for food delivery platforms. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

passed · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

H 5387: An Act allowing "print-free" digital legal notices for the town of Westford

This bill allows the Town of Westford and its public schools to publish legal notices in digital formats rather than exclusively in print newspapers. The town can fulfill publication requirements by posting notices on newspaper websites, digital news platforms, statewide repositories, or a town-specific website. This legislation does not alter the existing timeframes for when these notices must be published. The provisions become effective immediately upon the bill's passage.

Topics ✓ Technology

signed · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

H 5317: An Act authorizing the grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston

This bill authorizes the City of Boston to grant a highway easement over approximately 3,654 square feet of Joslin Park to facilitate construction of a new cancer hospital and related roadway improvements. In exchange, the city will abandon its easement rights over several portions of public streets totaling about 5,000 square feet and receive those same areas from the property owner as land for public park use. The transferred land will be managed by the Parks and Recreation Commission for public recreational purposes, while the property owner retains subsurface utility rights. The bill ensures that the total land area given to the park department is at least equal to the park land being used for the hospital project, maintaining compliance with state constitutional requirements for public land preservation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Transportation

passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

S 3021: An Act updating Massachusetts student transportation

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3021) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to update Massachusetts student transportation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

H 5112: An Act prohibiting genetic discrimination

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David M. Rogers relative to prohibiting genetic discrimination in insurance. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

H 2553: An Act ensuring access to medical records

HD 3250, titled "An Act ensuring access to medical records," prohibits healthcare entities from charging separate fees for transmitting patient electronic medical records. This applies specifically when data transmission is needed for coverage, payment, care coordination, or health care quality improvement efforts. The bill directly affects hospitals, insurers, and other healthcare providers handling electronic health records. It creates a concrete policy change by banning additional charges for this standard administrative function, improving access to records without cost barriers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

S 1236: An Act to protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability

This bill requires Massachusetts courts to deny or terminate alimony payments to spouses convicted of spousal abuse. It directly protects survivors of abuse (who no longer face alimony obligations from abusive partners) and removes alimony eligibility for abusive spouses. Key provisions mandate courts to automatically refuse alimony in new cases involving abuse convictions and end existing alimony payments if a spouse later receives such a conviction. The law also allows former alimony payers to petition courts to terminate ongoing payments to abusive spouses.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

S 1134: An Act relative to probation violations

This bill (SD 1100) changes how courts handle probation violations for individuals sentenced to a house of correction instead of prison. It gives judges more flexibility when revoking probation: they can now impose either the full original sentence, a reduced portion of it, or adjust the remaining suspended time based on how long the person served during the violation period. If a reduced sentence is given, judges may also revise probation conditions. These changes directly affect people on probation who violate terms and the courts managing those cases. The bill modifies specific sections of Massachusetts law regarding suspended sentences and probation revocation.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

S 2680: An Act to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2680) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 28, 2026

S 2681: An Act establishing safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2681) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

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