By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3101) of Brian M. Ashe and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor designating the last day of February as rare disease day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Garry of Dracut and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4483) of Colleen M. Garry and Edward J. Kennedy (by vote of the town) that the town of Tyngsborough be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen of said town to a select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Messrs. Kushmerek of Fitchburg and Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3189) of Michael P. Kushmerek, Kip A. Diggs and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the fourth of February as Rosa Parks day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Garry of Dracut and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4484) of Colleen M. Garry and Edward J. Kennedy (by vote of the town) that the town of Tyngsborough be authorized to establish the position of town manager in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven S. Howitt and others relative to the theft of vehicle catalytic converters. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2304) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others for legislation to reduce incidence and death from pancreatic cancer. Public Health.
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 Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 238) of Kay Khan and others that the Child Advocate create a child wellness and trauma program to address traumatic stress of children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1305) of Norman J. Orrall and others relative to authorizing spouses to be caregivers in the adult foster care and personal attendant programs. Health Care Financing.
By Ms. Meschino of Hull, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan Meschino and others relative to waivers for non-fault overpayments of certain unemployment insurance benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.
