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introduced · Massachusetts · House Sep 2, 2025

HD 5083: The annual report of the Division of Administrative Law Appeals (under Section 4H of Chapter 7 of the General Laws) for calendar year 2024

HD 5083 requires the Division of Administrative Law Appeals (DALA) to submit an annual report for the calendar year 2024, as mandated under Section 4H of Chapter 7 of the General Laws. This procedural bill does not change laws but ensures DALA publicly documents its activities, including case referrals and decisions, for transparency. The report will provide detailed data on the agency's operations to the public, aligning with existing reporting requirements.
introduced · Massachusetts · House Sep 2, 2025

HD 5076: A communication from the Office of the Comptroller (see item 1599-3384 of Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024) submitting the Settlements and Judgements for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025

This is a procedural communication, not a substantive bill. The Office of the Comptroller submits a required quarterly report detailing expenditures from the Settlements and Judgments reserve fund (account 1599-3384) for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, as mandated by Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024. The report shows $1,000,000 in original funding plus $18,531,947 carried forward, with $1,100,472 spent in Q4, leaving $8,030 in the reserve. It provides transparency on payments made to claimants through the Comptroller's public website (CTHRU).
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 4407: An Act relative to college in high school

H 4407 requires Massachusetts public colleges and universities to establish clear, written policies for granting college credit to high school students who earn qualifying scores on Advanced Placement exams, complete International Baccalaureate programs, or take dual enrollment courses. These policies must specify minimum score requirements, how credit applies toward degree requirements (e.g., general education or major courses), and how credits transfer between institutions, with all policies posted online for transparency. The state Department of Higher Education will review these policies every three years and report findings to the legislature. The bill also creates an Office of Early College to oversee statewide early college programs, which are partnerships between high schools and colleges allowing students to earn college credit while still in high school.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires colleges to establish clear policies for granting college credit via AP/IB/dual enrollment, expanding student access to higher education pathways.90% confidence
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 4371: An Act relative to a commission to study the intentional misrepresentation of a service animal

H 4371 establishes a 15-member commission to study the misuse of service animals in Massachusetts, including intentional misrepresentation (e.g., falsely claiming a pet is a service animal). The commission will examine current laws, fraud prevalence, benefits for people with disabilities, and practices from other states, with a report due by April 2026. It will recommend potential policy changes, such as clarifying "service animal" definitions or creating civil penalties for fraud, and assess the feasibility of registering service animals. The bill does not create new laws but sets up a review process to inform future legislation.
introduced · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

HD 5072: A communication from the Office of the Comptroller (see item 1595-1068 of Section 2E of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting the Medical Assistance Trust Fund transfer schedule for fiscal year 2026

This is a procedural bill (HD 5072) submitting the transfer schedule for the Medical Assistance Trust Fund for fiscal year 2026. It is a routine communication from the Office of the Comptroller, not a policy change. The bill does not affect any specific group or create new rules; it simply transmits an existing administrative schedule. It was placed on file on August 28, 2025, as part of standard fiscal reporting.
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 4409: An Act to facilitate student financial assistance

This bill requires Massachusetts public high schools to ensure all students submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) before graduation, with clear exemptions for students or parents who decline. Schools must provide support for FAFSA completion and use accessible, multilingual forms for opt-outs - no citizenship questions required. It creates a dedicated FAFSA Trust Fund (effective 2026) to support schools in implementation, including training and workshops for underserved communities, funded by state appropriations and private donations. The law mandates annual reporting on FAFSA submission rates and exemptions, broken down by demographics, with the school requirement taking effect in 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates a dedicated FAFSA Trust Fund (2026) for state budget allocation to fund school implementation support, aligning with 'funds essential programs' under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates FAFSA completion to boost college access, creates FAFSA Trust Fund for school support, advancing educational funding and access for students.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves citizenship questions from school forms for FAFSA opt-outs, facilitating immigrant student access to federal financial aid without immigration status disclosure, aligning with immigrant service support.85% confidence
introduced · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

HD 5071: A communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (see item 4595-1068 of Section 2 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting the Department of Public Health’s report entitled: “Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children Status”

This is a procedural communication, not a substantive bill. It formally submits the Department of Public Health's report titled "Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children Status" to the legislature, as required by prior legislation (Acts of 2025, Chapter 9, Section 2, item 4595-1068). The document was placed on file on August 28, 2025, with no further action indicated. It does not create new laws, change policies, or directly affect any individuals or entities.
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