Rep. Gerry Cassidy

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the City of Brockton to appoint a commissioner of public health to lead its health and human services department. The legislation overrides a state law that currently restricts such appointments by establishing new qualifications for the role, requiring the appointee to hold an advanced degree in relevant fields with administrative experience or possess equivalent education and experience. Once passed, the city will have the flexibility to hire a leader who meets these specific criteria to manage local health and human services operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to clarify that existing exemptions from licensing requirements do not apply to pipefitters who work for contractors or subcontractors hired by large organizations. Specifically, it targets pipefitters employed by firms retained to perform work on the premises or property of entities such as hospitals, schools, and government agencies. The change ensures that these workers must adhere to the same examining and licensing rules as other pipefitters, aiming to standardize professional oversight in specific employment contexts.

Maddy summaryThis bill aims to enhance the quality of long-term care in Massachusetts by creating two new programs under the Commonwealth Corporation. First, it establishes a grant program to fund training for nursing home supervisors and leaders, with the goal of improving staff satisfaction, keeping workers employed, and reducing turnover. Second, it authorizes the creation of an additional program, subject to future funding approval, to support further improvements in the long-term care sector. These changes directly affect nursing facilities and the employees who work within them by providing resources for professional development and operational stability.

By Representative Sullivan of Abington and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4972) of Alyson M. Sullivan, Michael D. Brady and others (by vote of the town) relative to the procedure for municipal acceptance of subdivision roads in the town of East Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Representatives Miranda of Boston and Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2370) of Liz Miranda, Mindy Domb and others relative to providing for equity in the administering of COVID-19 vaccinations. Public Health.

By Representative Sullivan of Abington and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4971) of Alyson M. Sullivan, Michael D. Brady and others (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish the North Bedford Street sewer district in the town of East Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Senate, October 31, 2022 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator Timilty) for the Senate Bill authorizing the select board of Easton to lease certain parcels of land (Senate, No. 2972).

By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Walter F. Timilty, Michael D. Brady, Gerard J. Cassidy and Alyson M. Sullivan for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Balentine, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.

By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2972) of Walter F. Timilty, Michael D. Brady, Gerard J. Cassidy and Carol A. Doherty (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the select board of Easton to lease certain parcels of land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received]

By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Cassidy of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 214) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Gerard J. Cassidy and others for legislation to establish an acquired brain injury advisory board (including members of the General Court) to review, advise and report on services, supports and public policy for individuals with acquired brain injuries and their families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.