Massachusetts Bills

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 397: Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the long term management, maintenance and future use of the Boston Harbor Long and Moon Islands

By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 397) of Bruce J. Ayers for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the long-term management and maintenance of certain harbor islands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 3793: An Act exempting Nicholas L. Martone from the maximum age requirement for firefighters in the Town of North Andover

By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3793) of Diana DiZoglio (by vote of the town) relative to the appointment of Nicholas L. Martone to the position of firefighter in the town of North Andover, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 18, 2018

S 1405: An Act relative to disability pensions for violent crimes

By Mr. Donnelly, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1405) of Kenneth J. Donnelly, Kenneth I. Gordon, Timothy R. Whelan, Walter F. Timilty and others for legislation relative to disability pensions for violent crimes. Public Service.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 3530: An Act relative to the Millicent Library in the town of Fairhaven

By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3530) of William M. Straus relative to certain payments by the Treasurer and Receiver General to the Millicent Library in the town of Fairhaven. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 18, 2018

S 104: An Act providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 104) of Cynthia S. Creem, Thomas J. Calter, David Paul Linsky and David T. Vieira for legislation to provide consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 1787: An Act establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists

By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1787) of Chris Walsh and others relative to establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 1786: An Act relative to resale royalties for artists

By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1786) of Chris Walsh and Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., relative to resale royalties for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 18, 2018

S 1897: An Act officially recognizing the celebration of Chinese New Year in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

By Ms. L'Italien (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1897) of Stephanie Yang for legislation to officially recognize the celebration of Chinese New Year in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 3157: An Act expanding educational opportunities for vocational students

By Mr. Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3157) of Frank A. Moran for legislation to authorize minors enrolled in a course of study and training in a vocational technical education program or a co-operative education program to operate hoisting machinery or motor vehicles. Labor and Workforce Development.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 18, 2018

S 1895: An Act to foster artist businesses in Cultural Districts

By Mr. Lesser, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1895) of Eric P. Lesser, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Brian M. Ashe and Peter V. Kocot for legislation to foster artist businesses in Cultural Districts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 18, 2018

H 2716: An Act relative to the Plymouth 400th

By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2716) of Angelo M. Scaccia and William F. Galvin relative to the creation, design and funding for the Plymouth 400th Anniversary Celebration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 18, 2018

S 2182: An Act further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices

New draft substituted, see S2248

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