By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2333) of Sarah K. Peake and others relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2823) of John J. Mahoney and others relative to promoting emerging breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 106) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and others relative to the use of direct cash assistance funds held on an electronic benefit transfer card or access device in a state other than the Commonwealth or a bordering state. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1964) of James J. Lyons, Jr., and Shaunna L. O'Connell for an investigation by an independent commission (including members of the General Court) on a certain case before the Department of Children and Families regarding Justina Pelletier. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 691) of Marc T. Lombardo and others relative to affordable housing units. Housing.
By Representative O'Connell of Taunton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 105) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Ryan C. Fattman and others relative to strengthening public assistance programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 102) of Marc T. Lombardo and others for legislation to require proof of residency for public benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Representative O'Connell of Taunton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 108) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Ryan C. Fattman and others relative to the immigration status of persons applying for assistance from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 107) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the child welfare system in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2072) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr. and others for legislation to make investments in the long term care workforce and close the gap between Medicaid payments and the actual cost of providing nursing home care. Elder Affairs.
