Senate, July 31, 2026 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2111) of Nick Collins for legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement across certain property in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston to the Boston Gas Company, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3243).
Senate, July 30, 2026 -- The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 321) of Brendan P. Crighton relative to industry-recognized certification awards paid by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 324) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to promote racially integrated schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 325) of John J. Cronin for legislation to create and expand student pathways to success; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 331) of John J. Cronin for legislation to conduct a biannual audit on college and career pathways programs; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 374) of Adam Gómez, Joanne M. Comerford, Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation to empower students and schools to thrive; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 398) of Jason M. Lewis, Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to programs of study for high school students and graduation requirements; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 421) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Deborah B. Goldberg, Treasurer and Receiver General, for legislation to require financial education in schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 423) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation relative to student financial literacy; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 426) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Vanna Howard, Joanne M. Comerford, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure that all students are prepared for future success; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 427) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 431) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to develop a statewide program which identifies seven competencies that schools will support students to develop upon graduation from high school; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 438) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation relative to individual learning plans for students; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 439) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to enhance the alignment and career focus of college and work-based learning; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 458) of John C. Velis for legislation to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 459) of John C. Velis for legislation to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3238).
Report of the Department of Public Health (pursuant to Section 30 of Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2024) submitting its study and report on the Need and Feasibility of Qualified Professional Guardians
By Representative Sena of Acton and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5563) of Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) that the town of Ayer be authorized to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
This bill appropriates $1 million in state funds to cover technology, records management, and personnel costs for the governor's office, the Senate, the House of Representatives, and joint legislative operations. It amends state law to allow the state auditor to review specific administrative functions of the legislature, such as official budgets, audits, and financial settlements, while explicitly excluding legislative deliberations and other constitutional duties from such reviews. The legislation defines these administrative functions and audit procedures to ensure transparency in how legislative branches manage their finances and operations.
By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Hingham be authorized to grant certain parcels of land in said town to the Commonwealth for highway purposes. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]
This bill allows municipal school districts to exempt incoming elementary school choice students from participating in tuition agreements that are currently required for middle and high school education. Specifically, it permits these districts to operate under a tuition agreement for older students while waiving that requirement for younger students entering the system. The change directly affects local school districts that provide education through tuition agreements and families seeking school choice options at the elementary level. By modifying existing state law, the legislation creates a distinction between how tuition agreements apply to different grade levels within the same district.
Senate, June 18, 2016 -- Text of the Senate Bill relative to primary care for you (Senate, No. 3141) (being the text of Senate, No. 3116, printed as amended)
By Representative Sena of Acton and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5533) of Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) that the town of Boxborough be authorized to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5532) of Margaret R. Scarsdale (by vote of the town) that the town of Groton be authorized to prohibit the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
Filed by Mr. Feeney -- Senate Order relative to granting the committee on Financial Services until July 31, 2026 within which time to make its final report on a certain current Senate document relative to prohibiting card interchange fees on tax or gratuity.
By Representative Gómez of Easthampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Homar Gómez relative to reports of crimes to law enforcement officials. The Judiciary.
