Rep. Byron Rushing

Co-sponsor H 3003

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to provide access to higher education for high school graduates in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

By Representative Matias of Lawrence and Senator Chang-Diaz, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3003) of Juana Matias, Sonia Chang-Diaz and others relative to the eligibility for in-state tuition rates and fees and for state-funded financial assistance at certain public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.

Passed Jun 14, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2480

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to promote public health through the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund

By Messrs. Vega of Holyoke and Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2480) of Aaron Vega, Tackey Chan and others relative to the funding and management of the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund. Public Health.

Passed Jun 13, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2987

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing improved Medicare for all in Massachusetts

By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2987) of Denise C. Garlick and others relative to establishing Medicare for all in the Commonwealth by the creation of a single payer health care system. Health Care Financing.

Passed Jun 13, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 596

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to ensure effective health care cost control

By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 596) of Jennifer E. Benson and others relative to single payer health care. Health Care Financing.

Passed Jun 13, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 3269

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents

By Representative Matias of Lawrence and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3269) of Juana Matias, James B. Eldridge and others relative to prohibiting the use of public funds and resources for immigration enforcement purposes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Jun 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2785

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests

By Messrs. Vega of Holyoke and Rushing of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Aaron Vega, Byron Rushing and others relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests, detention, convictions and incarceration. Marijuana Policy.

Passed Jun 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 4120

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act ensuring access to state IDs for low-income people

By Representative Ultrino of Malden and Senator L'Italien, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven Ultrino, Barbara A. L'Italien and others relative to the fees for application for certain drivers' licenses and state identification cards for non-drivers. Transportation.

Passed Jun 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2129

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act protecting sunlight in certain public parks

By Messrs. Livingstone of Boston and Rushing of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2129) of Jay D. Livingstone, Byron Rushing and Denise Provost relative to the building of structures which may impact sunlight in certain public parks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

Passed Jun 7, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 2804

Passed · Massachusetts House · Lead sponsor

An Act ensuring equal access to services for all residents of the Commonwealth

By Mr. Rushing of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2804) of Byron Rushing and others for legislation to ensure equal access to services for certain residents of the Commonwealth, notwithstanding alienage or immigration status. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Passed May 31, 2018 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 619

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing Medicare for all in Massachusetts

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 619) of James B. Eldridge, Carmine L. Gentile, Barbara A. L'Italien, Jack Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish Medicare for all in Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.

Passed May 31, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track