By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2494) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to further amend the anti-shackling statute for incarcerated pregnant women. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Mr. Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2984) of Michael J. Finn and others relative to reimbursement rates to disproportionate share hospitals . Health Care Financing.
By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 1956) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for an investigation by a special commission known as the Brain Injury Commission (including members of the General Court) to review data concerning the epidemiology of brain injuries. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Representatives Garballey of Arlington and Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3000) of Sean Garballey, Natalie Higgins and others for legislation to provide scholarships for programs leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Higher Education.
By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 98) of Kay Khan and others relative to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1873) of Jerald A. Parisella and others for legislation to exempt certain veterans from fares for the use of facilities of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and regional transit authorities. Transportation.
By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 339) of Tackey Chan and others relative to mandated reporting of elder abuse. Elder Affairs.
By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2661) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the electronic filing of and public access to statements of financial interests by certain public officials and candidates. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Silvia of Fall River and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1715) of Alan Silvia, Michael J. Rodrigues and others relative to the Massachusetts Historical Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carole A. Fiola and others for legislation to establish a special commission to research current logistical issues related to outpatient methadone centers and to identify alternatives to the distribution of outpatient methadone treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
