By Ms. Blais of Sunderland, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3196) of Natalie M. Blais and others relative to the reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3243) of Theodore C. Speliotis and others for legislation to require cities and towns requesting certain exemptions from the civil service law to submit the hiring policies of such municipality to the Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs for approval. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
By Mr. Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2953) of Bud L. Williams and others for legislation to authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in the city of Springfield. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3549) of John J. Mahoney and others for legislation to promote economic development and market access for emerging breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1874) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the purchase and installation of wireless internet service in schools and public institutions of higher education. Public Health.
By Mr. Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2034) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others for legislation to require seat belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Mr. Gonzalez of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 184) of Carlos Gonzalez and others relative to state grants targeting minority communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.
By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 181) of Lori A. Ehrlich, Brendan P. Crighton and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to local journalism in underserved communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.
By Mr. Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 190) of Bud L. Williams and others for legislation to establish the Western Massachusetts balanced sustainable development commission. Community Development and Small Businesses.
By Mr. Lesser, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2106) of Eric P. Lesser, Lori A. Ehrlich, Joseph A. Boncore, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to advance modern and sustainable solutions for transportation. Transportation.
