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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 5130: An Act relative to liquor licenses in the town of East Bridgewater

By Representatives Plouffe of Brockton and Sullivan-Almeida of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5130) of Bridget Plouffe (by vote of the town) that the town of East Bridgewater be authorized to issue up to four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 5175: An Act relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness

This bill requires Massachusetts utilities to create a public online dashboard showing real-time breakdowns of residential utility bills, including clean energy program benefits and costs. It mandates that at least 70% of certain clean energy compliance payments must be returned to ratepayers as annual bill credits within 90 days. The dashboard will display historical rate components, program benefits (like reduced emissions and system reliability), and utility cost recovery mechanisms. These changes directly affect residential electricity and gas customers by increasing bill transparency and providing direct financial returns for clean energy investments.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates returning 70% of clean energy compliance payments to ratepayers as bill credits, providing direct financial relief to residential consumers and promoting fiscal responsibility in utility billing.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 70% return of clean energy compliance payments as bill credits and requires transparency on clean energy benefits, directly advancing renewable energy affordability and consumer protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates clean energy program benefits including reduced emissions to be displayed, returns 70% of compliance payments as bill credits for clean power adoption.95% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 4924: An Act to amend the operations of the city of Boston Finance Commission to establish the Boston Inspector General Oversight Commission

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4924) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to establish the Boston inspector general oversight commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Chris Worrell (D)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2922: An Act authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2922) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Sal DiDomenico (D)
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 5035: An Act relative to Grafton's senior tax exemption

By Representative Muradian of Grafton and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5035) of David K. Muradian, Jr., (by vote of the town) relative to the senior property tax exemption in the town of Grafton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors via property tax exemption, directly reducing tax burden for a specific group within tax policy.95% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2079: An Act establishing a commuter tax credit

S 2079, introduced by Senator Bruce Tarr, would establish a commuter tax credit to reduce state income tax for eligible residents. The credit would directly lower the tax amount owed for qualifying commuting expenses, such as public transportation fares or vehicle-related costs for work commutes. This revenue-related bill aims to provide tax relief to commuters who meet specific eligibility criteria. The bill does not specify the credit amount or detailed eligibility rules in its abstract.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing state income tax for commuters, aligning with tax relief for middle-income residents and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax credit for public transit fares, directly incentivizing sustainable commuting and aligning with transportation infrastructure goals.85% confidence
Bruce Tarr (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2076: An Act relative to employee recruitment and retention

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2076) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to tax credits for employee recruitment and retention. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credits for employee recruitment and retention, directly affecting taxation and revenue.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax credits for employer recruitment/retention promote stable employment, aligning with labor & employment support through workforce retention incentives.85% confidence
Bruce Tarr (R)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2089: An Act relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2089) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to first-time home buyers savings accounts. Revenue.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes savings accounts for first-time homebuyers, directly enabling down payment access and advancing affordable housing by reducing entry barriers.90% confidence
Bruce Tarr (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 16, 2026

H 2101: An Act to enforce laws protecting worksite safety

By Representative Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2101) of Michael J. Finn for legislation to enforce laws protecting worksite safety. Labor and Workforce Development.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly enforces worksite safety laws, directly protecting workers' rights and improving workplace safety standards per title and summary.95% confidence
Mike Finn (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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