By Representative Sullivan-Almeida of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2277) of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida and others relative to unborn victims of Down Syndrome. Public Health.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell (by request), a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Robert Montgomery Thomas and others relative to the flag and seal of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Durant of Spencer, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to eligibility for the emergency housing assistance program. Housing.
Maddy summaryThis bill changes the official name of the governing body in the town of Hanover from the "board of selectmen" to a "select board." The legislation achieves this by systematically replacing every instance of the old title with the new one throughout Massachusetts state law. This update affects only the town of Hanover and involves no changes to how the town is governed or the powers of its officials.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to clarify that existing exemptions from licensing requirements do not apply to pipefitters who work for contractors or subcontractors hired by large organizations. Specifically, it targets pipefitters employed by firms retained to perform work on the premises or property of entities such as hospitals, schools, and government agencies. The change ensures that these workers must adhere to the same examining and licensing rules as other pipefitters, aiming to standardize professional oversight in specific employment contexts.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David F. DeCoste and David Allen Robertson relative to the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 7A) of David F. DeCoste that the Plymouth County Retirement System grant creditable service to Judy Hartigan for certain service to the town of Rockland. Public Service.
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3119) of Michael D. Brady and David F. DeCoste (by vote of the town) for legislation to change the board of selectmen of the town of Hanover to a select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received]
By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by proposal for constitutional amendment, House, No. 91) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to agricultural and horticultural lands. Revenue.
By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5063) of David F. DeCoste (by vote of the town) that the town of Norwell be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
