By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 769) of Danielle W. Gregoire and others for legislation to improve care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Elder Affairs.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates "blue envelopes" to improve police interactions with people with autism spectrum disorder. The envelopes, designed with input from police and autism advocates, contain written communication guidance for officers and instructions for attaching them to vehicle sun visors. Upon request, the Registry of Motor Vehicles will provide these envelopes to individuals with autism or their guardians, who can store licenses and insurance inside. The program takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires Massachusetts' capital asset commissioner to prioritize the executive office of the trial court's need for space when deciding to lease, sell, or dispose of the former probate court area in Cambridge's Middlesex South registry of deeds building. It directly affects the state trial court system in Cambridge by mandating that if the trial court demonstrates a need for the space, the commissioner must sell or lease it to them. The key provision is a binding requirement for the commissioner to consider and prioritize the trial court's needs over other potential uses of the building space. This creates a concrete policy change for the allocation of a specific public building asset in Cambridge.
By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 137) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Mark C. Montigny, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates standardized blue envelopes to improve police interactions with people who have autism. The envelopes, designed by the state police with input from autism advocates, will include written communication tips for officers and instructions for attaching them to car sun visors. They will also hold a person's driver's license, registration, and insurance cards. The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles will provide these envelopes upon request to autistic individuals, their parents, or guardians, starting July 1, 2026.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 461) of John C. Velis, Carmine Lawrence Gentile, James C. Arena-DeRosa, Paul R. Feeney and other members of the General Court for legislation to prohibit access to personal electronic devices and social media in public schools. Education.
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 335) of Julian Cyr, Andrea Joy Campbell, Attorney General , Nick Collins and Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth. Education.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HD 2918) authorizes the state to lease a reconfigured parcel of land to the Riverside Boat Club of Cambridge for its rowing program and boathouse. It directly affects the Riverside Boat Club by enabling continued operation on a specifically described reoriented parcel, including adjacent water access and road access rights. The key mechanism is overriding certain existing land-use laws (Chapter 3, Section 5A of the General Laws) to allow the lease, using a revised boundary plan filed with the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The bill does not create new policy but facilitates the club's current operations on modified land.
By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 136) of Adam Gomez for legislation to improve emergency housing assistance for children and families experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 119) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Joanne M. Comerford, James K. Hawkins, Kathleen R. LaNatra and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to a loan repayment program for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
