Senate, February 9, 2026 -- The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 359) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to promote a healthy culture and climate within schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 368) of Adam Gomez, Michael J. Barrett, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 376) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to promote the education success of court involved children; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 380) of Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish statewide targets for addressing persistent disparities in achievement and suspension and expulsion in public schools; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 387) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation relative to safer schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2955).
Sen. Adam Gómez
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By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 368) of Adam Gomez, Michael J. Barrett, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations. Education.
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1507) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Joanne M. Comerford and others for legislation relative to the pediatric palliative care program. Public Health.
By Mr. Gómez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2737) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adam Gómez for legislation relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease. Health Care Financing.
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 901) of Pavel M. Payano, Liz Miranda, Manny Cruz, Patricia D. Jehlen and others for legislation to advance health equity. Health Care Financing.
By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1130) of Adam Gomez for legislation to facilitate alternatives to foreclosure through the Massachusetts Foreclosure Mediation Program. The Judiciary.
Maddy summaryThe bill S 1126, titled "An Act relative to combating hate in the Commonwealth," is a petition by Senator Adam Gomez and Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell seeking legislation to address hate crimes. The official abstract does not provide specific policy details or mechanisms, only stating the bill's general purpose. Without further information on provisions, such as penalties, reporting requirements, or affected groups, a substantive summary of its concrete changes cannot be provided. The Judiciary Committee is listed as the relevant committee, but the abstract lacks specifics on who would be directly affected or how the bill would operate.
By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 877) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Paul W. Mark, James B. Eldridge, John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote an enhanced care worker minimum wage. Health Care Financing.
Maddy summarySD 532 requires health insurers and government health plans to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diseases when supported by specific evidence, including FDA approvals, clinical guidelines, or CMS determinations. It directly affects patients enrolled in Commonwealth group insurance (e.g., state employees) and Medicaid beneficiaries. The bill mandates coverage without unnecessary disruptions (like multiple biopsies) and sets strict timelines: insurers must approve or deny prior authorization requests within 72 hours (24 hours for urgent cases), with requests deemed approved if no response is received. Patients and providers also gain access to clear processes for appealing coverage denials.
By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 824) of Rebecca L. Rausch, John F. Keenan and Manny Cruz for legislation relative to coverage for pain medication for IUD procedures. Financial Services.