Sen. John Keenan

Maddy summaryThis bill (HD 3163) requires Massachusetts' Commissioner of Insurance to study property insurance premiums for nonprofits. It mandates an evaluation of why premiums are rising, whether insurers are available for high-risk nonprofits, and whether a new insurance clearinghouse should be added to the state's FAIR Plan. The commissioner must submit findings and recommendations to legislative committees by December 31, 2026. The study directly affects nonprofits facing high or rising insurance costs but does not change current insurance rules.

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 507) of Sal N. DiDomenico, John F. Keenan, Bruce E. Tarr, Paul W. Mark and others for legislation to improve campaign finance reporting by state ballot question committees. Election Laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Massachusetts regional transit authorities to transition their bus fleets to electric vehicles by 2035, with specific procurement targets: 40% of new buses must be electric by 2028, 60% by 2030, and 80% by 2032. Authorities must prioritize electric buses on routes serving environmental justice communities (as defined in state law) and conduct community outreach with residents, municipal officials, and advocates in these areas. The bill establishes a new state office within the Department of Transportation by 2026 to support planning, procurement, and worker retraining for the transition, while mandating annual reports on progress and reasons for any continued use of fossil fuel vehicles.

Senate, November 24, 2025 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2155) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Lindsay N. Sabadosa, James B. Eldridge and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish a permanent commission on the status of transgender people to conduct an ongoing study of all matters concerning transgender people, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2725).

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1552) of John F. Keenan for legislation to expand the newborn screening panel to include pyruvate dehydrogenase complex deficiency. Public Health.

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1562) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Jason M. Lewis and John F. Keenan for legislation to support survivors of violence through financial assistance. Public Health.

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1387) of John J. Cronin, Steven George Xiarhos, Bruce E. Tarr and John F. Keenan relative to authorizing physician assistants to issue psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 753) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to enhance homebuyer awareness by providing notice to persons purchasing property in a flood zone. Financial Services.

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1550) of John F. Keenan and James B. Eldridge for legislation to require establishments that sell alcoholic beverages to post the risk of cancer due to the consumption of alcohol. Public Health.

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1548) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Joanne M. Comerford, Jacob R. Oliveira, Sal N. DiDomenico and other members of the Senate for legislation to improve outdoor and indoor air quality for communities burdened by transportation pollution. Public Health.