Rep. Steven Howitt

Co-sponsor S 1792

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to exemptions from taxation of structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands

By Mr. Tran, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1792) of Dean A. Tran, Susan Williams Gifford, Anne M. Gobi, Norman J. Orrall and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to exemptions from taxation of structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands. Revenue.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 259

Passed · Massachusetts House · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to background checking for bidding privileges at auto auctions

By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 259) of Steven S. Howitt relative to background checks for bidders at auto auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 2646

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the separation of cranberry bogs from agricultural use for renewable energy purposes

By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2646) of William M. Straus and others for legislation to exempts portions of cranberry bogs set aside for renewable energy purposes from certain taxes. Revenue.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 3599

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act prohibiting certain fees connected to rental cars

By Mr. Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3599) of Tommy Vitolo and others relative to certain rental car fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2585

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to support on-farm machinery maintenance

By Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2585) of Norman J. Orrall and others relative to the taxation of tools and machinery utilized in the repair of on-farm machinery. Revenue.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2438

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to further the protection of agricultural land

By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2438) of David F. DeCoste and others relative to the imposition of the sales tax for the keeping of horses as a commercial enterprise. Revenue.

Passed Jul 3, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 880

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank

By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 880) of William M. Straus and others relative to the establishment of a cranberry wetland mitigation banking program for the purposes of off-site mitigation of public or private projects subject to the wetlands protection act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

Passed Jul 1, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 490

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act providing for bleeding control training as part of the health education curriculum

By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 490) of Kate Hogan and others relative to providing bleeding control training as part of the health education curriculum in public schools. Education.

Passed Jun 28, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1644

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1644) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to include intoxication and unlawful use of controlled substances as willful misconduct by employees applying for workers' compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.

Passed Jun 27, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1924

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the treatment of glaucoma

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1924) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to optometrists and treatment of eye disorders. Public Health.

Passed Jun 27, 2019 1 co-sponsor Track