Rep. Rich Haggerty

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Reading to close its existing Affordable Housing Trust Fund and move all its money and properties into a new trust fund governed by state law. The legislation repeals the 2001 law that created the original fund and directs that future management of the assets follow the rules of the newer Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Law. The changes will only take effect after the town officially updates its local bylaws to establish the new trust structure.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all public colleges and universities in Massachusetts to accept scores of three, four, or five on Advanced Placement exams to fulfill degree requirements. Institutions must clearly state on their websites whether these credits apply to general education, major, or elective courses and explain how they transfer to other schools. While colleges can ask for higher scores, they must provide specific proof that a score of three is insufficient for success in the related course. The state's higher education board will annually review these policies and report its findings to the legislature by July 1.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the town charter of Reading to establish a five-member Board of Health. The new board members will be appointed by the Board of Selectmen to serve staggered three-year terms, ensuring one seat opens annually. To implement this change, the Board of Selectmen must appoint two individuals within 30 days, with one member receiving an initial two-year term before all future terms become three years. The legislation applies specifically to the town of Reading and takes effect immediately upon passage.

By Representatives Haggerty of Woburn and Santiago of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2819) of Richard M. Haggerty and Jon Santiago for legislation to increase veterans earned tax savings. Revenue.

Maddy summaryThis bill aims to improve care for medically fragile children by requiring the state to fill a growing percentage of authorized skilled nursing hours through MassHealth, targeting 75% by 2023, 80% by 2024, and 85% by 2025. It mandates that any budget increases used for this purpose can be directed toward raising nurse wages and requires the state to submit annual reports on the number of filled hours, appeals, and reductions in authorized care. Additionally, the bill directs the Medicaid office to review and report on wage rates paid to home health agencies providing these services, ensuring transparency for lawmakers.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends state laws to ensure that MassHealth fills a growing percentage of authorized skilled nursing hours for medically fragile children, targeting 75 percent by 2023, 80 percent by 2024, and 85 percent by 2025. It directs the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to increase the budget for these services and allows funds to be used specifically to raise nurse wages. Additionally, the bill requires MassHealth to submit annual reports on how many hours are filled and whether authorization rules have become more restrictive. The legislation also mandates an Office of Medicaid review to analyze wage rates paid by home health agencies and provide recommendations for future reporting standards.

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael S. Day that a certain overpass over state Route 28 in the town of Stoneham be designated as the State Trooper Tamar A. Bucci memorial bridge. Transportation.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to formally recognize "coercive control" as a form of abuse under existing domestic violence protections. It directly affects family members, household members, and former partners by expanding legal definitions to include behaviors such as isolating victims, monitoring their movements or communications, controlling finances, and threatening them regarding immigration status or animal cruelty. The legislation provides a clearer legal framework for courts to address patterns of intimidation and domination that may not fit traditional definitions of physical assault. By adding these specific actions to the list of prohibited behaviors, the bill aims to offer better legal recourse for individuals experiencing non-physical but harmful controlling tactics.