Rep. Louis L. Kafka

Co-sponsor H 1259

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act providing for a study relative to the necessity of certain snow safety procedures

By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1259) of William C. Galvin, James M. Cantwell and Louis L. Kafka that the Executive office of Public Safety and Security conduct a study evaluating the necessity and feasibility of implementing certain snow safety procedures relative to rooftop snowfall and fire hydrant accessibility. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Apr 2, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 1274

Passed · Massachusetts House · Lead sponsor

An Act allowing a benefits transfer for Paul Scott Noe, an employee of the Trial Court

By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1274) of Louis L. Kafka, James E. Timilty and William C. Galvin for legislation to authorize Paul Scott Noe, an employee of the Trial Court, to transfer his vacation benefits accrued during his time in the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Department. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Apr 2, 2018 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 419

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking

By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator Lewis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 419) of Lori A. Ehrlich, Jason M. Lewis and others relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

Passed Mar 29, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 138

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act requiring transparency in telephone solicitations

By Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 138) of Gailanne M. Cariddi and others for legislation to require transparency in solicitations via telephone and similar devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Passed Mar 29, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2892

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers

By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2892) of Elizabeth A. Malia and others for legislation to authorize the Department of Elder Affairs to develop a curriculum and training program on the prevention of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Elder Affairs.

Passed Mar 28, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 578

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services

By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 578) of John W. Scibak and others relative to advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.

Passed Mar 26, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1361

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to firefighters cessation program

By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1361) of Claire D. Cronin and others relative to providing smoking cessation programs for certain police officers and firefighters. Public Service.

Passed Mar 26, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 500

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals

By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 500) of James M. Cantwell and others for legislation to provide insurance coverage for the use of electronic tracking devices to protect the safety of persons with Autism spectrum disorder or Alzheimer’s disease. Financial Services.

Passed Mar 26, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2091

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud

By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2091) of Peter V. Kocot and others relative to voter registration. Election Laws.

Passed Mar 22, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2479

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to require environmentally safe alternatives to harmful cleaning products

By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2479) of Frank I. Smizik and others for legislation to require environmentally safe alternatives to harmful cleaning products. Public Health.

Passed Mar 22, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track