Sen. Cindy Friedman

By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4026) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the town manager act for the town of Arlington relative to the appointment of the town manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cindy F. Friedman for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kate Sout-Sorm, an employee of the department of transitional assistance. Public Service.

By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers for legislation to repeal the prohibition of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority from locating a facility within a certain distance of the Arlington Catholic High School. Transportation.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Lexington to issue ten additional licenses for selling wine and malt beverages for on-premises consumption. Four specific licenses are designated for Pinot's Palette, Galaray House Art Gallery, and Lexington Venue Theater, while seven others must be granted to businesses located within three designated economic development zones. The legislation includes strict rules on license transfers, requiring good standing with tax and unemployment departments, and mandates that all new licenses be issued within three years of the bill's effective date.

Senate, December 9, 2024 - Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Friedman) to the House Bill relative to town meeting vacancy in the town of Burlington (House, No. 4708).

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4663) of Michelle L. Ciccolo, Cindy F. Friedman and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cindy F. Friedman for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kate Sout-Sorm, an employee of the department of transitional assistance. Public Service.

Senate, January 4, 2024 -- Text of the Senate Bill expanding wheelchair warranty protections for consumers with disabilities (Senate, No. 2546) (being the text of Senate, No. 2541, printed as amended)

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1771) of Joanne M. Comerford, Patricia D. Jehlen, Sal N. DiDomenico, Michael J. Barrett and other members of the General Court for legislation to grant a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing. Revenue.

By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2801) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) that the town of Arlington be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]