Rep. Marc Lombardo

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits cities and towns in Massachusetts from adopting policies that prevent their employees from checking the immigration status of individuals who are lawfully detained or arrested. It requires local governments to cooperate with federal immigration officers by allowing them to enter municipal buildings and share relevant information. If a municipality fails to comply with these requirements, the state attorney general, district attorney, or police chief can sue to force compliance. Upon a court finding of noncompliance, the state will reduce the amount of unrestricted general government aid the noncompliant city or town receives in the following year, with penalty amounts varying based on population size.

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, Roger E. Mercaldi, Jr., Ryan C. Fattman, Kathleen R. LaNatra and others for legislation to properly recognize merchant marine veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2182) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Hannah Kane and others for legislation to reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer. Public Health.

By Representative Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3523) of Marc T. Lombardo for legislation to increase the annuity for disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts state law to improve access to addiction treatment by clarifying which facilities are eligible for court-ordered commitments. It specifically excludes jails and sheriff-run correctional facilities from being used for addiction treatment, directing that such care must occur in licensed public or private facilities. The legislation requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to ensure there are enough treatment beds available and mandates that these facilities be distributed across the state to serve all regions. Additionally, the bill instructs the Department of Public Health to maintain and share a roster of available treatment options with courts to assist in making placement decisions.

By Representative Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Marc T. Lombardo relative to retiree work hours and pay limits. Public Service.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a minimum reimbursement rate that insurance companies must pay to claimants for labor on first- or third-party auto insurance claims in Massachusetts. The new rate is calculated by adjusting the 1988 Insurance Reform Act rate for inflation and will be implemented gradually over two years before being updated annually based on the Consumer Price Index. While the law sets a floor for payments, it allows for higher reimbursements if specific criteria regarding vehicle type, labor expertise, and training are met.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new funding program within the Massachusetts School Building Authority specifically for vocational-technical education and regional vocational-technical schools. The legislation aims to improve access and capacity by directing capital investments toward infrastructure that supports industry-relevant workforce training and economic development. By establishing this dedicated tool, the bill seeks to ensure equitable access to public education and modern facilities for students pursuing technical careers.