Massachusetts Bills

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 20, 2026

S 3177: Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to animal telehealth.

Senate, July 16, 2026 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3082) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to animal telehealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3177).

introduced · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

HD 5831: A communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (see Section 69 of Chapter 23K of the General Laws) submitting its gaming revenue reports and associated sports wagering revenue report through May, 2026

This document is a formal submission from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the state legislature, providing detailed financial reports on gaming revenue for Encore Boston Harbor through May 2026. The report includes monthly data on coin-in, slot and table gross gaming revenue, hold percentages, and the specific amount of taxes collected from these operations. It serves as a record of the casino's financial performance and tax contributions to the state rather than proposing new laws or policy changes.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5591: Order relative to extending until Friday, July 31, 2026 the time within which the committee on Education is authorized to report on a current House document

This bill extends the deadline for the House Education Committee to submit its final report on a specific document to July 31, 2026. It directly affects the committee members by overriding the standard rule that limits how long they have to complete their work. The legislation allows the committee additional time to review and finalize their findings without penalty.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5584: An Act authorizing ranked choice voting for local elections in the city of Salem

This bill authorizes the use of ranked choice voting for local elections in the city of Salem, but it does not become active until voters approve it in a future ballot measure. Under this system, voters would rank candidates in order of preference rather than selecting just one, and votes are redistributed to remaining candidates in rounds until a winner or winners are determined. The legislation also repeals existing preliminary election rules for Salem and directs the city to create specific rules for ballot design and tie-breaking. Because the bill requires voter acceptance to take effect, it is currently a proposal rather than an immediate change to election procedures.

introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 20, 2026

S 3185: Amendment S.3185

Senate, July 20, 2026 - Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Gomez) to the House Bill regarding the disability pension for Misael Rodriguez administered by the Springfield retirement board (House, No. 5391).

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 20, 2026

S 3186: An Act conforming with the electoral count reform act of 2022 and ensuring uniform faithful presidential electors

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3186) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to conform with the electoral count reform act of 2022 and ensure uniform faithful presidential electors. Election Laws.

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 20, 2026

S 3176: Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate documents relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth.

Senate, July 16, 2026 -- The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3057) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3176).

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5529: An Act creating a Legion of Merit license plate

By Representative Smola of Warren, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Todd M. Smola for legislation to create a Legion of Merit motor vehicle license plate. Transportation.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5430: An Act designating the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kip A. Diggs that the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority be authorized to designate the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod transportation center. Transportation.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5335: An Act establishing the official crustacean of the Commonwealth

By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan Meschino and Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to designate the American lobster as the official crustacean of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 5088: An Act designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth

This bill (HD 5474) formally names asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. It has no policy impact or effect on any specific group, as it is purely a ceremonial designation. The bill adds a single line to state law stating "Asparagus shall be the official vegetable of the commonwealth." It does not create new regulations, funding, or obligations.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 3895: An Act expanding career and technical education opportunities for Lynn students

HD 4383 would authorize the city of Lynn to establish a pilot program at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute for selected eighth grade students. The program aims to provide early career and technical education opportunities to Lynn middle school students. It requires approval from Lynn's mayor and city council before implementation.

Topics ✓ Education

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