Rep. James M. Cantwell

Co-sponsor H 2122

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

Resolve establishing a special commission to study the effects of coastal and ocean acidification and its existing and potential effects on species that are commercially harvested and grown along the Massachusetts coast

By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 2122) of Dylan Fernandes and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the effects of ocean acidification on the Commonwealth's fishing industry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

Passed Jan 22, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1785

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the architect laureate

By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1785) of Chris Walsh and others for legislation to establish the position of state architect laureate to promote greater appreciation of the architectural history of the State House and other public buildings in the commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

Passed Jan 22, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2884

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer's Disease

By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2884) of Paul Brodeur and others that the Department of Elder Affairs be authorized to provide training to protective services caseworkers in recognizing signs and symptoms of cognitive impairments, including Alzheimer’s disease. Elder Affairs.

Passed Jan 16, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1200

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act improving treatment for Alzheimer's and Dementia

By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1200) of Paul McMurtry and others that continuing education necessary for the renewal of a physician’s certificate of registration include courses on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other cognitive impairments. Public Health.

Passed Jan 16, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1239

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Project

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1239) of Michael O. Moore, James M. Cantwell, Barbara A. L'Italien, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimers Project. Public Health.

Passed Jan 16, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2864

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction

By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2864) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the use of tobacco products in primary and secondary school buildings or facilities. Education.

Passed Jan 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1217

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act modernizing tobacco control and protecting the health of minors

By Mr. Sánchez of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1217) of Jeffrey Sánchez and others for legislation to prohibit the sale of electronic devices used to deliver liquid nicotine vapor to minors. Public Health.

Passed Jan 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2737

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to provide identification to homeless youth and families

By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2737) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to allow the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to waive the fee for identification for certain homeless youth and persons. Transportation.

Passed Dec 26, 2017 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2135

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to shellfish reefs and water quality

By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2135) of Sarah K. Peake and others relative to shellfish reefs and water quality. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

Passed Dec 14, 2017 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2576

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to ensure fairness in retirement benefits for certain employees of the department of corrections

By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2576) of James J. O'Day and others relative to retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction. Public Service.

Passed Dec 11, 2017 1 co-sponsor Track