Sen. Paul Feeney

Primary S 1535

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1535) of Paul R. Feeney, Susannah M. Whipps, Thomas M. Stanley, Vanna Howard and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure safe patient handling and mobility in certain health facilities through the use of mechanical lifting devices. Public Health.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates mechanical lifting devices in health facilities to prevent patient/staff injuries, directly enhancing safety standards in healthcare delivery.90% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 1602

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act improving pediatric cancer research

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1602) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to improve pediatric cancer research. Public Health.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve pediatric cancer research under Public Health, directly advancing healthcare through research funding and public health initiatives.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 860

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing medicare for all in Massachusetts

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 860) of James B. Eldridge, Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Margaret R. Scarsdale, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish medicare for all in Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly establishes universal Medicare coverage in Massachusetts, expanding health insurance access and funding for all residents under Health Care Financing.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 1847

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to provide diabetes prevention program benefits for GIC insurees

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1847) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to provide diabetes prevention program benefits. Public Service.

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 2147

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to establish a November holiday honoring President John F. Kennedy, to promote increased voter participation and civic engagement

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2147) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to establish a November holiday honoring President John F. Kennedy, to promote increased voter participation and civic engagement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 3780

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to wrong-way driving

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Massachusetts' Department of Transportation to create and implement a program preventing wrong-way driving on limited-access roads (like highways). The program must include safety technology, road design changes, and capital improvements, developed with public safety officials. It mandates a detailed plan - covering budget, timeline, and specific safety measures - to be submitted to legislative committees and posted online by June 30, 2026. The bill directly affects drivers on Massachusetts' limited-access roadways and sets a clear deadline for the state to act.

TransportationSupports TransportationPrevents wrong-way driving incidents, directly enhancing road safety within transportation infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence

Passed Jan 27, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 1697

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to public safety in hoisting regulations

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1697) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation relative to public safety in hoisting regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Jan 22, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 1698

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1698) of Paul R. Feeney, Marcus S. Vaughn and Brian M. Ashe for legislation to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnsures pay parity for correction/jail officers, directly advancing fair compensation and workers' rights in labor context.95% confidence

Passed Jan 22, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 1700

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff on the campuses of state colleges, community colleges and state universities

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1700) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff on the campuses of state colleges, community colleges and state universities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Jan 22, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 2146

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act establishing a Massachusetts Baby Bonds program

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2146) of Paul R. Feeney, Joanne M. Comerford, Sal N. DiDomenico and Manny Cruz for legislation to address the racial wealth gap. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Passed Jan 22, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track