By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3544) of Aaron Vega and others relative to the cultivation of cannabis and industrial hemp on land with agricultural preservation restrictions. Cannabis Policy.
Sponsored bills
By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 431) of Marjorie C. Decker and others for legislation to place a moratorium on high stakes testing and to direct the State Auditor to investigate the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.
By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3459) of Aaron Vega and others for legislation to provide for an assessment against certain persons convicted of misdemeanors to be used to establish a police career incentive trust fund. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Vega of Holyoke (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2795) of Kristin Beatty for legislation to establish a registration system for lobbyists advocating independently for social and environmental justice. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 137) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to establish a special commission to review existing mandated reporter laws and regulations and to improve the response to, and prevention of, child abuse and neglect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1596) of Tackey Chan and others relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1044) of Elizabeth A. Malia and others relative to health insurance coverage for substance abuse services provided by certified addiction recovery coaches. Financial Services.
By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 567) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others relative to the development of programs to assist students in obtaining industry-recognized certifications. Education.
By Messrs. Velis of Westfield and Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2796) of John C. Velis, Aaron Vega and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate March 14th as John McCain prisoner of war day of remembrance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1628) of Kenneth I. Gordon and others relative to social media consumer privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.