By Representative Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4455) of Jerald A. Parisella and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the retirement classification of certain employees of the city of Beverly. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3401) of Jerald A. Parisella and Thomas P. Walsh that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation conduct a study regarding the benefits of replacing vehicle travel lanes with dedicated bus or bike lanes. Transportation.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends state tax laws to give tax collectors the authority to waive up to 50% of interest, charges, and fees owed by taxpayers for a specific tax period. The change allows these officials to use their discretion to reduce financial penalties, directly affecting individuals and businesses with outstanding tax liabilities. By modifying the relevant section of the General Laws, the legislation formalizes the ability to offer relief on accumulated costs without altering the principal tax amount owed.
By Representative Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2911) of Jerald A. Parisella relative to the waiving of certain interest, charges or fees by tax collectors. Revenue.
By Representative Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2913) of Jerald A. Parisella for legislation to extend the Brownfields tax credit. Revenue.
By Representative Kerans of Danvers and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3358) of Sally P. Kerans, Joan B. Lovely and Jerald A. Parisella relative to airplane noise data collection. Transportation.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division to collect and publish annual noise complaint data and flight operation logs for Beverly Regional Airport from April through October. It mandates that these records be posted online within 20 days of each month's end and remain available permanently, while also establishing a process for public meetings to address noise concerns. Additionally, the legislation directs the Division to create a "Good Neighbor Policy" that educates pilots and flight schools about noise impacts and requires all new badge applicants to attest that they will follow these guidelines. The law aims to increase transparency and foster better communication between the airport community and nearby residents regarding airplane noise.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires all Massachusetts public high schools to include hands-only CPR and automated external defibrillator training in their health or physical education curricula for grades 9 through 12. The law mandates that every student participate in this instruction as a graduation requirement, though students with a physician's note or a parent's written objection may be exempted. School districts must choose a free training program modeled after guidelines from a nationally recognized CPR organization and ensure it includes hands-on practice for each student. The new requirements are scheduled to take effect on September 1, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis bill officially designates August 10 and 11, 2024, as the state sales tax holiday. It directly affects retail consumers and businesses by establishing the specific dates when sales tax will not be collected on eligible purchases. The legislation serves as a formal resolution to set these dates in accordance with existing state laws, rather than creating new tax rules or changing tax rates. Once adopted, the General Court confirms the weekend for the annual tax-free shopping event.
Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to increase the minimum insurance coverage for relocation costs in Massachusetts from a cap of $750 to at least $5,000. It directly affects homeowners and tenants who purchase insurance policies that include relocation assistance when their properties are damaged or destroyed. By amending Section 99 of Chapter 175 in the state's General Laws, the legislation ensures that insurance providers must offer a higher baseline benefit for moving expenses. The change aims to provide greater financial support to policyholders facing the need to relocate due to property loss.
