By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1327) of Paul R. Feeney, Jason M. Lewis, Michael D. Brady, Patricia D. Jehlen and other members of the Senate for legislation to protect labor relations and abolish barriers to organizing rights. Labor and Workforce Development.
By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 352) of Mark J. Cusack and Thomas M. Stanley for legislation to further regulate the licensing of certified public accountant. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Maddy summaryH 4356 updates Massachusetts CPA certification requirements to modernize pathways to licensure. It establishes three certification routes: a bachelor's degree with two years of experience, a bachelor's plus 30 additional education credits with one year of experience, or a master's degree with one year of experience. The bill also simplifies reciprocity for out-of-state CPAs who passed the Uniform CPA Exam and meet the new education standards, allowing them to practice in Massachusetts without additional licensing - except for those who passed the exam before December 31, 2024, who are exempt from the education requirements. The changes take effect January 1, 2026, directly affecting individuals seeking CPA certification or practicing in Massachusetts.
By Representative Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 468) of Thomas M. Stanley relative to the licensing of small appraisal companies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sally P. Kerans relative to newborn screenings for congenital cytomegalovirus. Public Health.
By Representatives Peisch of Wellesley and Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2932) of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Rob Consalvo and others relative to retirement benefits for teachers. Public Service.
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2686) of David M. Rogers and others relative to police training in appropriate interactions with persons on the autism spectrum and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 769) of Danielle W. Gregoire and others for legislation to improve care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Elder Affairs.
By Representatives Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose and Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 778) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian, Thomas M. Stanley and Patricia D. Jehlen relative to the long-term care needs of older LGBTQ adults and their caregivers. Elder Affairs.
By Representatives Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose and Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 777) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian, Thomas M. Stanley and Patricia D. Jehlen that the Office of the State Treasurer be authorized to establish a curriculum to support seniors’ financial literacy. Elder Affairs.
