Rep. Jon Zlotnik

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).

By Representative Zlotnik of Gardner and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kimberly Riggins, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to improve how workforce development data is shared between government agencies and private organizations. It allows the state director to provide collected information to federal, state, and local entities for purposes such as evaluating program performance, preparing required reports, and coordinating services. Additionally, the bill requires the department to create a standard application process and set clear rules for approving or denying data disclosure requests within a specific timeframe. These changes aim to streamline data access for agencies working together to deliver workforce development services while maintaining oversight on how the information is used.

By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2574) of Anne M. Gobi, Susannah M. Whipps, Joanne M. Comerford and Jonathan D. Zlotnik (by vote of the town) for legislation to create a Parks and Recreation Commission in the town of Templeton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received]

By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3378) of Kenneth I. Gordon and others for legislation to prohibit chief appointing authorities and members of local appropriating authorities from membership in local cultural councils. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

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.

By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Cassidy of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 214) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Gerard J. Cassidy and others for legislation to establish an acquired brain injury advisory board (including members of the General Court) to review, advise and report on services, supports and public policy for individuals with acquired brain injuries and their families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2711) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf, Michael O. Moore and others relative to pensions for children of public safety officers killed in the line of duty. Public Service.

By Mr. Lesser, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1897) of Eric P. Lesser, Patrick M. O'Connor, Jason M. Lewis, Bruce E. Tarr and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide financial relief to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Revenue.