Rep. Steven Howitt
Sponsored bills
By Messrs. Mark of Peru and Donahue of Worcester, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul W. Mark and others for legislation to provide liability protections for contractors, sub-contractors and unions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Judiciary.
By Representatives Mahoney of Worcester and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4776) of John J. Mahoney, Hannah Kane and others relative to providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Jehlen, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David M. Rogers, Patricia D. Jehlen and others for legislation to further regulate unemployment assistance during public health or public safety emergencies. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day and others relative to providing certain state employees sick leave for COVID-19 related absences. Public Service.
Senate, April 27, 2020 -- The committee on Financial Services to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 606) of John F. Keenan, Sean Garballey, Diana DiZoglio, William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2660).
By Mr. Rodrigues, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 641) of Michael J. Rodrigues, Paul A. Schmid, III, Steven S. Howitt, Carole A. Fiola and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes. Financial Services.
By Mr. Ryan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2361) of Daniel J. Ryan and others relative to medical and physical fitness examinations for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.