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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 1197: An Act to strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1197) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery. The Judiciary.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens anti-human trafficking laws and protects survivors, aligning with criminal justice reform through victim support and legal protections.90% confidence
Mark Montigny (D)
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4093: An Act relative to raising the age requirement for entrance to the Boston Police Academy

This bill (HD 4616) raises the minimum age requirement for entering the Boston Police Academy from 40 to 45 years old. It directly affects individuals seeking to become Boston police officers by increasing the age threshold for academy enrollment. The bill amends Chapter 43 of the General Laws by changing the relevant age reference in the text. This is a straightforward procedural change with no additional provisions or funding impacts.
Adrian Madaro (D)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 2011: An Act relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2011) of Adam Gomez and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates overtime pay for agricultural laborers, directly strengthening wage protections and workers' rights in labor sector.95% confidence
Adam Gómez (D) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 2013: An Act to support educational opportunity for all

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2013) of Adam Gomez, James B. Eldridge and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to support educational opportunity for all. Revenue.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill title explicitly states 'support educational opportunity for all' with revenue focus, indicating funding and access expansion per summary.95% confidence
Adam Gómez (D) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 2016: An Act relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2016) of Adam Gomez for legislation relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires tax-exempt organizations to make payments in lieu of property tax, increasing state revenue and closing a tax loophole to strengthen budget funding.95% confidence
Adam Gómez (D) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 1941: An Act establishing a highway use tax for heavy trucks

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1941) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to establish a highway use tax for heavy trucks. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes new highway use tax on heavy trucks to generate revenue, directly advancing state budget funding through dedicated tax collection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes highway tax for heavy trucks, generating revenue for transportation infrastructure funding.95% confidence
Cynthia Creem (D)
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4318: An Act authorizing the town of Harwich affordable housing trust to provide for the creation of attainable housing

This bill amends Harwich's Affordable Housing Trust Bylaw to define "attainable housing" and clarify the trust's purpose. It specifies that attainable housing includes units for households earning 80% to 200% of the area median income (adjusted for household size), not just low/moderate-income households. The trust can now use funds to create or preserve this type of housing, alongside traditional affordable housing, to benefit a broader range of local residents. The bill focuses on updating definitions rather than creating new programs.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes Harwich affordable housing trust to create attainable housing, directly advancing affordable housing development through municipal trust mechanisms.95% confidence
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4186: An Act relative to Affordable Housing Trust Fund of the town of Edgartown

This bill allows Edgartown's Affordable Housing Trust to use funds for community housing projects targeting households earning up to 180% of Dukes County's median household income (as reported by HUD). It directly affects low-to-moderate-income residents in Edgartown who qualify under this income threshold. The key provision expands the trust's spending flexibility for general housing funds, while explicitly stating that Community Preservation Act funds must still follow their separate income limits. The change clarifies how existing trust resources can be applied to support more households in affordable housing.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes Edgartown's Affordable Housing Trust Fund, directly funding housing programs per title and summary.95% confidence
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4378: An Act relative to affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury

HD 4975 allows the West Tisbury Affordable Housing Trust to use its funds for community housing projects targeting households earning up to 150% of Dukes County's median income (as reported by HUD). This specifically expands the income eligibility for trust-funded housing beyond previous limits, though Community Preservation Act funds remain subject to their own income rules. The bill directly affects low-to-moderate-income households in West Tisbury seeking affordable housing through the town's trust fund. It makes no changes to other housing programs or funding sources.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a dedicated trust fund for affordable housing in West Tisbury, directly funding housing initiatives per title and summary.95% confidence
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4754: An Act relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the Town of Auburn

This bill increases property tax abatements for small properties in Auburn, Maine. It raises the exemption threshold from $10,000 to $25,000 for certain residential properties and from $1 million to $5 million for other properties under existing tax law. It also allows the town to grant exemptions for commercial parcels if at least 50% of occupants are eligible businesses. The changes apply specifically to real property within Auburn and take effect immediately upon passage.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax abatements for small properties in Auburn, reducing tax burden for residents - direct tax relief aligning with support indicators.95% confidence
Paul Frost (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4755: An Act amending the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in the town of Sudbury

HD 5165 amends Sudbury's means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption law to require periodic town approval. The bill mandates that Sudbury's town meeting vote every 3 years on whether to extend the exemption, using a specific ballot question. If approved, the exemption continues for another 3 years; if rejected, it pauses until the town votes to restart it. This directly affects Sudbury residents aged 65+ who qualify for the tax exemption under current income limits. The change replaces the previous permanent authorization with a renewal process dependent on annual town meeting decisions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill amends senior property tax exemption, providing targeted tax relief for lower-income seniors through means-tested regulation, aligning with support indicators for tax relief.95% confidence
Carmine Gentile (D)
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