Rep. Joe McGonagle

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the Massachusetts real estate licensing board to approve continuing education courses and set its own rules for professional training. It directly affects real estate brokers and salesmen who must complete these courses to renew their licenses. The legislation gives the board flexibility to determine which programs meet the state's educational standards without adding specific new requirements.

Senate, October 19, -- 2023 The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 197) of Michael O. Moore, John J. Cronin, John H. Rogers, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect consumer rights in purchasing safe and habitable homes; and (accompanied by bill, House, No. 245) of Brian M. Ashe and others for legislation to provide for a right to home inspections for buyers, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2474).

Maddy summaryThis bill requires employers in Massachusetts to publicly display salary ranges for job postings on their websites or other recruitment materials. It directly affects businesses and organizations that hire employees within the state by mandating transparency regarding compensation. The key provision is that these salary ranges must be clearly visible to applicants before they apply, ensuring candidates know the pay scale associated with a position. This measure aims to provide clearer information to job seekers without changing how employers determine or negotiate individual salaries.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to require the Secretary of State to publish an annual report on average wages across specific industries. The report will cover sectors including agriculture, mining, utilities, construction, manufacturing, wholesale trade, and retail trade. By aggregating wage information already collected from employers, the legislation aims to make pay data more accessible to the public. This change directly affects the Secretary of State's reporting duties and provides employees and the public with clearer insights into industry compensation trends.

Senate, January 3, 2023 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator DiDomenico) for the Senate Bill relative to the city of Everett home rule charter (Senate, No. 2983).

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2983) of Sal N. DiDomenico and Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr. (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the city of Everett home rule charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received]

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 314) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Mathew J. Muratore, Steven Ultrino, Mike Connolly and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to universal school meals. Education.

By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1709) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to prohibit marriage of minors. The Judiciary.