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All 53,254 Active 7,007 In committee 17,987 Passed 38,909 Signed 1,737 Failed 21
signed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 2968: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes

Senate, February 26, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes (Senate, No. 2657),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2968).
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes easements for highway infrastructure in Milton, directly enabling road development and maintenance.95% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5641: An Act establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the town of Becket

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5641) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) that the town of Becket be authorized to establish a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyThe bill establishes a temporary moratorium on large-scale solar and battery storage, directly restricting renewable energy infrastructure development.85% confidence
in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5628: An Act relative to specific medical diagnoses regarding the Department of Children and Families

This bill amends Massachusetts law to require the Department of Children and Families to consult with a pediatric medical professional when a parent or caretaker provides evidence that a child has a preexisting condition, such as rickets or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, that can mimic signs of abuse. The key provision mandates this consultation if the medical condition is known to be misdiagnosed as abuse or neglect. A physician or advanced practice registered nurse may then examine the child to advise on whether the observed symptoms are likely caused by the medical condition rather than maltreatment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates medical consultation for children with preexisting conditions to prevent misdiagnosis as abuse, improving patient care and rights.85% confidence
signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5553: An Act authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to take by eminent domain certain land in the town of Norwood

This bill authorizes the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to use eminent domain to acquire the Norwood hospital property and any adjacent land owned by MPT of Norwood-Steward, LLC. The goal of this acquisition is to ensure public access to healthcare, and the process requires state funding through appropriation. Once the land is taken, control will be transferred to the Department of Public Health, which has the authority to sell or lease the property to a qualified nonprofit hospital operator. The legislation includes an emergency preamble, allowing it to take effect immediately upon enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes state funding via appropriation to acquire land for public healthcare access, advancing essential public services.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to ensure public access to healthcare by acquiring hospital property for state control.90% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5483: An Act allowing the town of Williamstown to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)

By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5483) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) that the town of Williamstown be authorized to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBanning SGARs reduces toxic pesticide use, protecting local wildlife and ecosystems from environmental contamination.90% confidence
John Barrett (D)
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5436: An Act establishing MassQuantum

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (subject to Joint Rules 12 and 9) of Michael S. Day for legislation to establish quantum investment and tax incentive programs for certain quantum science research, development, manufacturing or commercialization. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax incentive programs and investment funds for quantum research, directly advancing fiscal management and funding specific sectors.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes quantum investment and tax incentives to advance quantum science research, development, and commercialization.90% confidence
Mike Day (D)
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5432: An Act to restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in Newbury

By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5432) of Kristin E. Kassner and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) for legislation to restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Newbury. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricting second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides reduces wildlife poisoning and protects local ecosystems, directly supporting environmental conservation.85% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 3092: An Act authorizing the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3092) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cynthia Stone Creem and Amy Mah Sangiolo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Newton to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes issuance of pension obligation bonds to fund municipal pension liabilities, ensuring fiscal stability and protecting public service funding.75% confidence
Cynthia Creem (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5446: An Act to authorize the town of Topsfield to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides

By Representatives Kassner of Hamilton and Kerans of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5446) of Kristin E. Kassner and Sally P. Kerans (by vote of the town) that the town of Topsfield be authorized to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, which are toxic to wildlife and non-target species, thereby protecting local ecosystems and reducing environmental pollution.90% confidence
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