Sen. John Velis

Primary S 2369

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield

Maddy summaryThis bill mandates the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter in Westfield, due to health impairments caused by Parkinson's disease linked to his employment. It requires a medical panel to certify that his condition is permanent and directly results from his work, though this exam can be waived if he is already receiving disability benefits. The legislation applies the state's disability retirement rules to his specific case, ensuring he receives benefits based on his service-related health issues.

Passed Jul 17, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 648

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to improve quality and oversight of long-term care

Maddy summaryThis bill aims to enhance the quality of long-term care in Massachusetts by creating two new programs under the Commonwealth Corporation. First, it establishes a grant program to fund training for nursing home supervisors and leaders, with the goal of improving staff satisfaction, keeping workers employed, and reducing turnover. Second, it authorizes the creation of an additional program, subject to future funding approval, to support further improvements in the long-term care sector. These changes directly affect nursing facilities and the employees who work within them by providing resources for professional development and operational stability.

Passed Jun 15, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1517

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act promoting community immunity

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1517) of Rebecca L. Rausch, Paul J. Donato, Andres X. Vargas, Jack Patrick Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote community immunity. Public Health.

Passed Dec 27, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 2589

Signed into law · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act regulating special police officers in the city known as the town of Agawam

Senate, December 20, 2021 -- Substituted by amendment by the Senate (Senator Velis) as a new draft for Senate, No. 1369.

Signed into law Dec 22, 2022 0 co-sponsors

Primary S 3153

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter to the city of Westfield

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3153) of John C. Velis (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter to the city of Westfield. Public Service. [Local approval received]

Passed Dec 19, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 3061

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act designating U.S. Route 20 in Massachusetts the Medal of Honor Highway

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3061) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John C. Velis for legislation to designate U.S. Route 20 in Massachusetts the Medal of Honor Highway. Transportation.

Passed Oct 31, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 1930

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act supporting job growth in the Commonwealth

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1930) of Michael O. Moore, Anne M. Gobi, Diana DiZoglio, Brian M. Ashe and other members of the General Court for legislation to support job growth in the commonwealth. Revenue.

Passed Oct 3, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 2007

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to prohibit the assessment of fees for sales tax owed by small businesses during the COVID-19 state disaster emergency

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2007) of John C. Velis for legislation to prohibit the assessment of fees for sales tax owed by small businesses during the COVID-19 state disaster emergency. Revenue.

Passed Oct 3, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 2005

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to establish a vendors’ collection allowance

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2005) of John C. Velis for legislation to establish a vendors’ collection allowance. Revenue.

Passed Oct 3, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 2006

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to the fuel tax revenue distribution

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2006) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to the fuel tax revenue distribution. Revenue.

Passed Oct 3, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track