By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to de-ICE Massachusetts law enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William N. Brownsberger, Cindy F. Friedman, Pavel M. Payano, Cynthia Stone Creem and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to violations of the United States Constitution under color of law. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2976) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William N. Brownsberger, Cindy F. Friedman, Pavel M. Payano, Cynthia Stone Creem and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to violations of the United States Constitution under color of law. The Judiciary.
H 5002, titled "An Act to Restore a Sensible Marijuana Policy," legalizes small-scale marijuana possession for adults while reforming related laws. It makes possession of 1 ounce or less by people aged 21+ a non-punishable civil matter, and possession of 1-2 ounces subject only to a $100 civil penalty (no criminal charges). For those under 21, possession of up to 2 ounces requires completion of a drug awareness program to avoid increased penalties, and prohibits denial of benefits like housing or financial aid based on minor possession. The bill repeals outdated chapters (94G and 64N) and creates a Cannabis Control Commission to oversee implementation.
By Representative Schwartz of Newton and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5136) of Greg Schwartz and Cynthia Stone Creem (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to increasing the maximum amount of penalties for violations of ordinances in the city of Newton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Senate, January 22, 2026 -- The committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1720) of Liz Miranda, Joanne M. Comerford, Mike Connolly, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to regulating visits in state prisons and correctional facilities, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2858).
Senate, February 9, 2026 -- The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 359) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to promote a healthy culture and climate within schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 368) of Adam Gomez, Michael J. Barrett, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 376) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to promote the education success of court involved children; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 380) of Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish statewide targets for addressing persistent disparities in achievement and suspension and expulsion in public schools; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 387) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation relative to safer schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2955).
February, , 2026 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2114) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, Michael J. Barrett, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2944).
Report of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (pursuant to Section 202 of Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2018) submitting its Restorative Justice Advisory Committee (RJAC) 2024 annual report
Senate, December 18, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 996) of Adam Gomez for legislation to secure housing for returning citizens, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2764).
