By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 137) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to establish a special commission to review existing mandated reporter laws and regulations and to improve the response to, and prevention of, child abuse and neglect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsored bills
By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1596) of Tackey Chan and others relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Boncore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1043) of Joseph A. Boncore, Barry R. Finegold, Walter F. Timilty, Brian W. Murray and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Representatives Malia of Boston and Santiago of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1043) of Elizabeth A. Malia, Jon Santiago and others relative to healthcare insurance coverage for dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorders. Financial Services.
By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1044) of Elizabeth A. Malia and others relative to health insurance coverage for substance abuse services provided by certified addiction recovery coaches. Financial Services.
By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 592) of Diane Splitz and others for legislation to require parental consent prior to out-of-school-district referrals and student surveys regarding personal or private issues . Education.
By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1649) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the definition of independent contractors deemed employees. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. Pignatelli of Lee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 556) of Smitty Pignatelli and others for legislation to establish a farm to school grants program within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy. Education.
By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 545) of Sarah K. Peake and others relative to the use of sun protection in public schools and youth camps. Education.
By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1645) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.