By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 89) of Liz Miranda for legislation to allow the delivery of cannabis by licensed delivery operators or couriers to any municipality in the commonwealth. Cannabis Policy.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 422) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to relate to seizure disorders in schools. Education.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a state fund to provide matching grants for cities and towns to build or renovate municipal parking facilities with electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. It directly affects Massachusetts municipalities by requiring projects to meet specific equity and urban design standards, such as reducing surface parking, providing affordable EV access in dense neighborhoods, supporting housing growth, and promoting walkable streets. The fund reimburses cities/towns based on their median income (30%-80%) for eligible projects, administered by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Projects must include a local financing plan and be certified by the state before reimbursement. The law aims to advance EV infrastructure while aligning parking development with community-focused urban planning goals.
Maddy summaryHD 982 requires all Massachusetts state-owned public buildings (like government offices or libraries) that are newly built, reconstructed, or remodeled after January 1, 2025, to install at least one universal changing station in public restrooms. These stations must support up to 350 pounds, measure at least 70 inches long by 30 inches wide, have adjustable height (17-38 inches), include safety rails, and be located in private or enclosed areas. The bill mandates clear signage for location and operation, and compliance with accessibility standards, while allowing exemptions for historic properties or if installation costs exceed $10,000. It directly affects state building owners and contractors planning new construction or renovations after 2025.
Maddy summarySD 1291 requires third-party food delivery companies operating in Massachusetts (like DoorDash or Uber Eats) to report detailed delivery data monthly to the state division. This includes transportation mode, GPS coordinates for pickup/delivery, costs paid by buyers and restaurants, driver details, time spent on each delivery phase, vehicle information, and accident data. The data must be submitted in a state-approved format and will be used for congestion management, transportation planning, and emissions tracking. The state will share de-identified, aggregated data with specific agencies (like MassDOT and MBTA) through confidential agreements, but will not disclose individual delivery records to the public.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires third-party food delivery platforms (like Uber Eats or DoorDash) to charge customers a minimum $0.50 delivery fee per order, excluding items not subject to sales tax. It directly affects restaurants using these platforms, the delivery companies themselves, and local municipalities that receive funding. Companies must report annual delivery data to the Department of Public Utilities and pay fees collected from customers. Half of these fees are distributed to cities/towns based on delivery volume to fund transportation infrastructure projects (like road repairs or bike lanes), while the other half goes to the state Transportation Fund. The fee minimum adjusts every two years for inflation.
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 75) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to modernize the cannabis regulatory environment. Cannabis Policy.
By Representatives Livingstone of Boston and Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 261) of Jay D. Livingstone, Michael J. Finn and others relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 377) of Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the board of elementary and secondary education. Education.
The committee on Higher Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 930) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish compensation and employment standards for contingent faculty in public higher education; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 934) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish the public higher education faculty advancement pilot program; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 937) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to invest in public higher education; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 940) of Paul W. Mark, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the General Court for legislation to improve the working conditions and benefits of part-time and adjunct faculty at public institutions of higher education Commonwealth., report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2880).
