By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1439) of Kelly A. Dooner, David F. DeCoste, David F. DeCoste, Colleen M. Garry and others for legislation to exempt certain adjacent communities without direct access to MBTA services from zoning laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1440) of Kelly A. Dooner and Steven S. Howitt for legislation ensuring municipalities access to state funding and financial assistance. Municipalities and Regional Government.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1438) of Kelly A. Dooner and Steven S. Howitt for legislation to grant a compliance extension for certain MBTA adjacent communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1437) of Kelly A. Dooner, David F. DeCoste, Colleen M. Garry and Steven S. Howitt for legislation to provide exemptions under the MBTA communities law. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a single appointed treasurer-collector position in Berkley, replacing the previously elected treasurer and collector roles. It directly affects Berkley's local government operations by consolidating financial duties into one position appointed by the town's board of selectmen. The bill requires the current elected officials to continue serving until their terms end or a new appointee is chosen, whichever comes first, while transferring all existing records, property, and responsibilities to the new appointed role. The change takes effect immediately upon the bill's passage.
By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven George Xiarhos and others for legislation to establish penalties for racing on public ways and unlawful motor vehicle competitions. The Judiciary.
By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven George Xiarhos and others relative to penalties for assault and battery on a police officer. The Judiciary.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a special commission to study how to make transportation corridors (like roads and highways) cleaner and greener. The commission, including state climate, transportation, and environmental officials plus community experts, will examine using corridor land for natural pollution reduction (noise, air, light), carbon sequestration, and low-carbon energy generation. It will analyze the costs of new natural solutions versus current practices and review agency maintenance and design methods. The commission must report findings and draft legislation by December 31, 2026, to the relevant legislative committees. This bill does not implement changes but mandates a study to inform future policy.
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1910) of Bruce E. Tarr and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to provide the next of kin of a police officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty with the flags of the Commonwealth and the United States. Public Service.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 311) of Joanne M. Comerford, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Adam Gomez, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish farm to school grants to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy. Education.
