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All 48,479 Active 6,975 In committee 16,679 Passed 35,461 Signed 1,737 Failed 19

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 8, 2026

H 3988: An Act relative to establishing the Barnstable home center for housing resources

The bill HD 2427 is a draft currently being prepared by House Counsel, with no substantive text or details provided in the available context. The title mentions establishing a "Barnstable home center for housing resources," but no specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are described. Without completed bill language or a finalized summary, concrete policy details cannot be confirmed. As a procedural draft, it does not yet outline funding, eligibility, or operational requirements. We recommend checking for updates once the bill is finalized and published.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SD 3968: Order relative to considering House Bill, No. 4646 during the Senate Session of June 11, 2026

This bill is a procedural order that schedules House Bill 4646 for immediate consideration during a specific Senate session on June 11, 2026. It overrides standard Senate rules to allow the bill, which focuses on child welfare protections, to be read and debated right away rather than waiting for the regular calendar. The order also permits the Senate to use a new version of the bill text recommended by the Ways and Means committee and allows for specific types of amendments during the debate. This measure does not change the actual content of the child welfare bill but rather sets the rules for how and when the Senate will vote on it.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 3079: Financial Services -- Extension Order

Filed by Mr. Feeney -- Senate Order relative to granting the committee on Financial Services until June 5, 2026 within which time to make its final report on certain current Senate documents relative to credit union matters.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 3080: Financial Services -- Extension Order

Filed by Mr. Feeney -- Senate Order relative to granting the committee on Financial Services until June 12, 2026 within which time to make its final report on certain current Senate documents relative to mortgage financing matters.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 2977: State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Extension Order

Filed by Mr. Collins -- Senate Order relative to granting the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight until September 30, 2026 within which time to make its final report on certain current Senate documents relative to state administration and regulatory oversight matters.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 749: An Act establishing the interagency financial scams task force

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 749) of Paul R. Feeney, Marcus S. Vaughn and Brian M. Ashe for legislation to create a task force to review and investigate financial scams across the commonwealth. Financial Services.

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 1245: An Act to empower communities against environmental damage

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1245) of Rebecca L. Rausch and Michael O. Moore for legislation to create the environmental enforcement task force. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 3, 2026

H 5465: An Act authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026

By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carole A. Fiola for legislation to authorize municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 3, 2026

H 5280: An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

This bill appropriates state funds for fiscal year 2026 to support various government programs and agencies, including corrections, transportation, education, and public safety services. It allocates money to specific entities such as the Board of Bar Examiners, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, the MBTA, and the Department of Transitional Assistance for caseworker salaries. The legislation also establishes reserves for unanticipated obligations, including support for the 2026 World Cup matches in Boston, winter heating assistance for low-income households, and transition age youth services. Additionally, it provides targeted funding for local school districts to offset special education costs and create a fund for vocational-technical teacher training.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 5334: An Act authorizing an increase in the limit of the local (hotel) excise tax that the town of Franklin may impose

This bill allows the town of Franklin to raise its local tax on hotel and motel stays from six percent to eight percent. It directly affects lodging businesses in Franklin and the guests who pay the tax on their room rates. The change overrides the previous state limit for municipalities other than Boston, permitting the town to collect up to eight percent on these transactions. The law becomes effective immediately upon passing.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 5365: An Act amending the home rule charter of the town of Falmouth to create the Falmouth Licensing Commission

This bill amends the town charter of Falmouth to establish a new Falmouth Licensing Commission. The commission will consist of five appointed members who will have the authority to issue licenses for alcohol, entertainment, and lodging businesses. It grants the body power to create regulations, set conditions, and enforce laws related to these licensed activities. The Select Board may also assign additional licensing powers to the commission through future bylaws, and the changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

H 3841: An Act relative to veterans benefits

HD 3566 ensures that increases in state veterans' benefits are not counted as income when determining eligibility for public housing or other public assistance programs. It directly affects veterans receiving state veterans benefits who also apply for public housing, food assistance, or similar support. The bill amends state law to exclude any increase in veterans' benefits from income calculations used by public assistance programs. This prevents veterans from losing access to essential support due to higher veterans' benefits, maintaining their eligibility without requiring them to reduce their veterans' aid.

Topics ✓ Veterans