By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins and Daniel J. Hunt (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to fund early education programs through a certain surcharge. Education. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representatives Pignatelli of Lenox and Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2474) of William Smitty Pignatelli, Kate Hogan and others for legislation to authorize dental therapists to expand patient access to oral health care. Public Health.
By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 210) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to increasing the penalties to motor vehicle dealers for certain sales of used police vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
By Mr. Boncore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1494) of Joseph A. Boncore, Sal N. DiDomenico, Kevin G. Honan, Martin J. Walsh, Mayor of Boston and other members of the General Court for legislation regarding state income tax credit for renting unsubsidized properties at below market rents. Revenue.
By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1481) of James E. Timilty, Aaron Vega, Jack Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits. Public Service.
By Ms. Forry, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 686) of Linda Dorcena Forry, Nick Collins and Daniel J. Hunt for legislation to increase transparency for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority. Higher Education.
By Ms. Forry, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 687) of Linda Dorcena Forry, Michael F. Rush, Russell E. Holmes, Daniel J. Hunt and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center Board of Directors. Higher Education.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 470) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Sheila C. Harrington, Jason M. Lewis, Josh S. Cutler and other members of the General Court banning the sale of cats and dogs in commercial pet shops. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Daniel J. Hunt for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daisy F. Bolden, an employee of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System. Public Service.
By Representative Chan of Quincy and Senator Keenan, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tackey Chan, John F. Keenan and others for legislation to designate the Houghs Neck Maritime Center in the city of Quincy in honor of Francis X. McCauley. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
