H 4563 requires Massachusetts school health providers and educators to complete at least 2 hours of evidence-based suicide prevention training every other year as part of existing professional development. New staff hired during years without required training must receive suicide prevention materials within 30 days of employment. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education must develop approved training materials with evidence of effectiveness, in consultation with public health and mental health agencies. The bill directly affects all school staff holding or applying for educator licenses in the Commonwealth.
Report of the Essex County District Attorney (pursuant to Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws) submitting its Fiscal Year 2025 OUI Deterrent Trust Fund report
Report of the Hampden District Attorney (pursuant to Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws) submitting its fiscal year 2025 OUI Deterrent Trust Fund annual report
Report of the Northwestern District Attorney (pursuant to Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws) submitting its fiscal year 2025 OUI Deterrent Trust Fund annual report
This bill regulates drone (UAS/UAV) use in Massachusetts. It prohibits municipalities from making their own drone rules, bans operating drones armed with weapons (except for public safety personnel), and prohibits interference with manned aircraft or emergency response. It requires drone operators to follow FAA rules and fines violations (up to $100 for minor breaches, up to $10,000 for causing aircraft damage). Crucially, it bans drone surveillance on private property without consent, with specific exceptions for law enforcement obtaining warrants or responding to emergencies. The law applies to all drone users, including individuals, businesses, and law enforcement agencies.
Report of the Essex County District Attorney (pursuant to Section 47(d) of Chapter 94C of the General Laws) submitting its 2025 report relative to the use of monies in the law enforcement trust fund for the purposes of drug rehabilitation, drug education, and other anti-drug or neighborhood crime watch programs
This bill creates a Green and Healthy Public College and University Building Planning Commission to assess and improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality, accessibility, and safety in all public higher education buildings across Massachusetts. The commission, including representatives from universities, labor groups, health and environmental organizations, must develop standards by 2028 and create a plan to ensure all public college/university buildings meet these standards by 2037. It requires public reporting through an online dashboard tracking building assessments and prioritizes renovations for facilities serving underserved communities or with the greatest health/safety needs. The bill also establishes a dedicated fund to finance these upgrades using state appropriations, grants, and other sources, with cost-benefit analyses comparing long-term savings to upfront investments.
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman for legislation relative to notice of public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Report of the Department of Public Health (pursuant to 105 CMR 451.403) submitting the inspection report for the Norfolk County House of Correction and Alternative Center, the Plan of Correction (POC) from the facility and the POC acceptance letter from the Division of Environmental Health Regulations and Standards (EHRS)
Report of the Norfolk District Attorney (pursuant to Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws) submitting its Fiscal Year 2025 Motor Vehicle Forfeiture Funds (OUI Deterrent Trust Fund) report
This bill creates a 15-member commission to examine how law enforcement handles evidence storage and procedures. The commission will study current practices for preserving evidence, hazardous materials, DNA samples, chain of custody tracking, and staff training, plus investigate a potential statewide evidence storage facility. It must report findings and recommendations - including cost estimates and legal changes - by March 2026 to the governor and legislature. The commission directly affects law enforcement agencies, courts, and evidence management systems across Massachusetts.
Report of the Middlesex District Attorney (pursuant to Section 47(d) of Chapter 94C of the General Laws) submitting its 2025 report relative to the use of monies in the law enforcement trust fund for the purposes of drug rehabilitation, drug education, and other anti-drug or neighborhood crime watch programs
