Senate, July 23, 2026 -- Text of amendment (141) (offered by Senator Brownsberger) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3178) to the House Bill relative to economic development in the commonwealth.
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1996) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services. Revenue.
Maddy summaryH 4767 requires health care employers in Massachusetts (including hospitals, mental health facilities, and certain state-operated care facilities) to create and maintain workplace violence prevention programs. Employers must conduct annual risk assessments covering factors like working alone, high-crime areas, and patient behavior, then develop written plans with employee training, reporting systems, and crisis response teams. The law mandates specific provisions such as staff training on reporting violence, post-incident debriefings, and designated senior managers for crisis response. Violations can result in fines up to $2,000 per offense, and employees cannot be retaliated against for reporting safety concerns.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to address contamination in Massachusetts drinking water, groundwater, soil, and other environmental media. It directly affects communities with PFAS pollution, including vulnerable environmental justice areas, private well owners, and public water systems. The fund provides grants for PFAS treatment, remediation, and outreach programs, prioritizing communities with limited resources. Money comes from settlements with PFAS manufacturers, other grants, and interest, with strict rules requiring repayment if responsible parties are later identified.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law governing personal injury protection (PIP) payments in auto insurance. It clarifies that insurers must pay PIP benefits either in full or partial amounts, and adds a key provision: if an insurer pays the full amount owed within 30 days of receiving a lawsuit (after the summons and complaint are served), courts cannot award the plaintiff attorney fees or court costs. The bill directly affects auto insurers and individuals filing personal injury claims after accidents. This change incentivizes insurers to pay claims promptly to avoid additional legal expenses.
Maddy summaryThis bill would create a single government-run health care system called the Massachusetts Health Care Trust, providing universal coverage to all Massachusetts residents. It eliminates patient cost-sharing (like deductibles and co-pays) and requires the Trust to cover all medically appropriate services, including dental, behavioral health, and long-term care. The Trust would replace current private and public insurance plans, funding care through state revenue to ensure coverage regardless of income, health status, or employment. It directly affects every Massachusetts resident (as defined, including homeless individuals and undocumented people) and all health care providers in the state. The system aims to reduce administrative costs, control spending, and expand preventive care while guaranteeing continuous coverage without job or enrollment changes.
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3022) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sal N. DiDomenico and Pavel M. Payano for legislation to create the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments, and households fund. Housing.
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2033) of Jason M. Lewis, Liz Miranda, Paul W. Mark, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and other members of the General Court for legislation to close corporate tax loopholes and create progressive revenue. Revenue.
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2000) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to extend to qualifying entities sales tax exemptions on research and development. Revenue.
Senate, July 13, 2026 -- The committee on The Judiciary to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1205) of Michael O. Moore, Joanne M. Comerford, Jacob R. Oliveira, Joan B. Lovely and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to controlling and abusive litigation, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3158).
