By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1657) of Ryan C. Fattman and David Paul Linsky for legislation to designate January as Peace Officer History Month. Public Service.
By Representative Nguyen of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3096) of Tram T. Nguyen, Hannah Kane and Jack Patrick Lewis for legislation to designate the blue-spotted salamander as the official amphibian of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3080) of David Paul Linsky for legislation to designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3367) of David Paul Linsky for legislation to dedicate a portion of the Massachusetts Turnpike as the Bill Russell and Bob Cousy highway. Transportation.
Senate, June 29, 2023 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 185) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to advancing the profession of interior design; and (accompanied by bill, House, No. 315) of Patricia A. Haddad and others relative to registered interior designers, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2408).
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new licensing system for commercial interior designers in Massachusetts by establishing a state board to oversee registration and a selection board to review government design projects. The legislation defines the specific scope of work that interior designers can perform independently, such as designing interior spaces without altering core structural elements or major safety systems. It sets out requirements for board membership, including experience levels and appointment terms, while also outlining the qualifications needed for individuals to obtain a two-year registration license.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1619) of David Paul Linsky and others relative to increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms. The Judiciary.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1620) of David Paul Linsky relative to harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.
By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1802) of Andres X. Vargas and others relative to improving juvenile justice data collection. The Judiciary.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1626) of David Paul Linsky relative to costs of appeals by certain defendants. The Judiciary.
