By Representative Michael J. Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4415) of Michael J. Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
Senate, May 19, 2026 -- Text of amendment (9) (offered by Senator Tarr) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 4) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements.
Senate, May 19, 2026 -- Text of amendment (510) (offered by Senator Oliveira) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 4) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements.
HD 5426 establishes the Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) as a tax-exempt nonprofit corporation (501(c)(3)) dedicated to providing housing assistance in Lexington. The bill creates LexHAB as an independent entity to manage housing services and specifies that all assets must transfer to the Town of Lexington or a designated nonprofit housing organization if LexHAB dissolves. This ensures housing resources remain available for charitable housing purposes without interruption. The bill directly affects Lexington's housing administration structure and the management of housing-related assets.
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2544) of Barry R. Finegold (by vote of the town) relative to special town meetings petitioned for by residents of the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Report of the Department of Public Health pursuant to (Section 2UUUU of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting its Long-Term Care Facility Quality Improvement Fund FY24 annual report
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Environment and Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of a certain House document relative to climate change staffing levels.
This bill requires the Massachusetts State Lottery Charitable Gaming Division to submit an annual report for the calendar year 2025. The report will detail the division's activities and compliance with state laws governing charitable raffles and bazaars. It is a procedural measure that places the document on file for public record without changing any existing policies.
Report of the Department of Public Health pursuant to (Section 2UUUU of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting its Long-Term Care Facility Quality Improvement Fund FY21 annual report
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Environment and Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of a certain House document relative to pet sales.
This bill serves as a formal communication from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission to the General Court, submitting a report on emergency department boarding in the state. The document analyzes data on patient wait times and outlines existing strategies, such as the Expedited Admissions Task Force and community behavioral health centers, designed to divert patients from overcrowded emergency rooms. It details specific findings regarding how long different age groups wait for care and reviews the effectiveness of current policies aimed at reducing these delays. Ultimately, the bill provides a factual record of the state's efforts to manage emergency boarding without proposing new legislative changes.
Report of the Department of Public Health pursuant to (Section 2UUUU of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting its Long-Term Care Facility Quality Improvement Fund FY22 annual report
