Rep. Pat Haddad

Maddy summaryThis bill allows seniors aged 60 and older in Taunton to postpone paying their real estate property taxes if they meet specific income and residency requirements. To qualify, applicants must own and live in the property for at least five years, or be a surviving spouse inheriting the home, while also keeping their combined annual income below a limit set by the city's board of assessors. If approved, homeowners sign an agreement that records a lien on their property, ensuring that deferred taxes plus interest must be paid before the home can be sold or transferred, and heirs must settle these debts to inherit the property.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled "An Act relative to healthy youth," is a procedural measure that does not contain specific policy language or substantive provisions. Instead, it serves to formally introduce a legislative concept or topic for further discussion within the Massachusetts General Court. The text provided lists numerous legislators who have signed onto the petition but does not include the operative sections that would define how the state would support youth health. Consequently, the bill currently functions as a placeholder to initiate the legislative process rather than establishing concrete rules or programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires employers in Massachusetts to publicly display salary ranges for job postings on their websites or other recruitment materials. It directly affects businesses and organizations that hire employees within the state by mandating transparency regarding compensation. The key provision is that these salary ranges must be clearly visible to applicants before they apply, ensuring candidates know the pay scale associated with a position. This measure aims to provide clearer information to job seekers without changing how employers determine or negotiate individual salaries.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to require the Secretary of State to publish an annual report on average wages across specific industries. The report will cover sectors including agriculture, mining, utilities, construction, manufacturing, wholesale trade, and retail trade. By aggregating wage information already collected from employers, the legislation aims to make pay data more accessible to the public. This change directly affects the Secretary of State's reporting duties and provides employees and the public with clearer insights into industry compensation trends.

By Representative Haddad of Somerset, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia A. Haddad relative to directing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Cheryl A. Bednarik, a member of the University of Massachusetts retirement system. Public Service.

By Representative Haddad of Somerset, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia A. Haddad for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jody Ricketson, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new licensing system for commercial interior designers in Massachusetts to advance the profession. It establishes a board to oversee the registration process and defines specific rules for who can use the title "Registered Commercial Interior Designer." To qualify, individuals must pass a national exam and submit proof of their education and certifications to the state board. The law also clarifies the scope of work these designers can perform independently, such as preparing plans for interior spaces that do not involve major structural changes or complex building systems.

By Representative Haddad of Somerset (by request), a petition (subject to Joint Rule 7A) of Lucia M. Casey that the Bristol County Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service to Lucia M. Casey. Public Service.

Senate, December 19, 2022 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator Pacheco) for the Senate Bill providing for a revised charter for the city of Taunton (Senate, No. 2939).