By Representative Garlick of Needham, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 1986) of Denise C. Garlick and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to promote safe social media use, identify best practices for social media platforms to safeguard children’s mental health, and develop guidelines for safe social media use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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By Representative Muratore of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2003) of Mathew J. Muratore and others relative to mental health and suicide prevention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2352) of Meghan Kilcoyne and Paul McMurtry relative to definitions under the emergency medical services system law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1558) of Steven S. Howitt and others relative to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism. The Judiciary.
By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3741) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 228) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others for legislation to promote downtown vitality. Community Development and Small Businesses.
Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the MassMakers Act, aims to support economic growth in Massachusetts by creating new programs to help local businesses start, operate, and expand. It establishes a centralized online portal called the MassMakers Portal where entrepreneurs can access all necessary state forms, pay fees, and track compliance in one place. Additionally, the law requires state agencies to give specific weight to businesses based in Massachusetts when reviewing bids for government contracts. The bill also creates a task force to oversee the development of these initiatives and defines specific categories for small, minority, and microbusinesses to ensure they are included in these efforts.
By Representatives Peake of Provincetown and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1713) of Sarah K. Peake, Hannah Kane and others for legislation to provide that every child have the same rights and protections under law as any other child without regard to the marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation of the parent or parents. The Judiciary.
By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2339) of James K. Hawkins and others relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2483) of Rob Consalvo and others relative to teacher retirement election. Public Service.