By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 763) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the use and protection of pollinators by further regulating the spraying, release, deposit or application of a neonicotinoid on certain agricultural land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3897) of James Arciero and others that the University of Massachusetts medical school develop a continuing education program for counselors at public institutions of higher education regarding post-traumatic stress disorder and other service member and veteran related issues. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3448) of Paul F. Tucker for legislation to increase the salaries of justices in the judicial branch. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3511) of Brian M. Ashe and others that the commissioner of Public Health be authorized to establish a marijuana addiction treatment fund. Cannabis Policy.
By Mr. Tosado of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2136) of José F. Tosado and others for legislation to establish the gateway municipality public safety program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Messrs. Whelan of Brewster and Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Timothy R. Whelan, Randy Hunt and others relative to the penalties for failure to load vehicles to prevent dropping on public ways. Transportation.
By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3159) of Paul F. Tucker, Timothy R. Whelan and Paul A. Schmid, III relative to littering out of motor vehicles. Transportation.
By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 624) of Sarah K. Peake and others that persons diagnosed with HIV or AIDS be eligible for home care to be administered by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Elder Affairs.
By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 355) of Cindy F. Friedman, James B. Eldridge, Kay Khan, Bradford Hill and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to intensive case management for clinically complex older adults. Elder Affairs.
By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 604) of Claire D. Cronin and others that the Secretary of Health and Human Services establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to review the financial stability of nursing homes in the Commonwealth in order to ensure the provision of quality resident care and quality jobs. Elder Affairs.
