Sen. Jamie Eldridge

Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 46) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2632).

By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 834) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others relative to same day voter registration. Election Laws.

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1073) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation relative to capacity determination by a health care provider. The Judiciary.

By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 427) of Jack Patrick Lewis and David Paul Linsky relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Filed by Mr. Eldridge -- Order relative to granting the committee on Revenue until June 25, 2026, within which time to make its final report on certain current Senate documents relative to revenue matters.

Senate, March 23, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill fostering agricultural resilience in Massachusetts (Senate, No. 2801),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3029).

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Rebecca L. Rausch, James K. Hawkins, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure law enforcement identification for public safety. The Judiciary.

Maddy summaryMassachusetts bill S 2801 requires the state emergency management agency to create a plan supporting agricultural, seafood, and food production during emergencies, coordinating with agencies like Agriculture Resources and Public Health. It mandates annual reports tracking local food (grown or processed in Massachusetts) distributed through state-funded programs like food banks, school meals, and senior nutrition programs, including detailed metrics on volume, types, and sources. The bill also updates agricultural preservation goals to consider factors like soil health, access for marginalized communities, and environmental benefits, requiring public input and 3-year reviews. These provisions directly affect farmers, food assistance programs, and state agencies managing food supply chains. The bill aims to strengthen food system resilience and transparency through concrete reporting and planning requirements.

By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 478) of Joan B. Lovely, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton, Natalie M. Higgins and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to disclosing continuing care retirement community entrance fees. Elder Affairs.

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 810) of Jacob R. Oliveira and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to fair and equitable compensation for medical services. Financial Services.