By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 130) of Cindy F. Friedman, Kathleen R. LaNatra, Joanne M. Comerford, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to a livable wage for human services workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1147) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Jason M. Lewis, Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan and others for legislation to provide civil legal remedies for victims of economic abuse. The Judiciary.
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 118) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Joanne M. Comerford, Mark C. Montigny and other members of the General Court for legislation to lift kids out of deep poverty. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1512) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. relative to the licensing of home kitchens. Public Health.
By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 100) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative the inequity of digital access through the recruitment and implementation of digital navigators. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
Maddy summaryH 4596 establishes a Massachusetts Digital Navigation Commission to study how to create a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators - trusted community guides who help residents access affordable internet, devices, and digital skills. The commission, made up of state agency representatives and community organizations, will examine funding models, qualifications for navigators, and how digital navigation services impact health and equity. It will also analyze existing regional initiatives and collect data to inform recommendations. The commission must submit a report with its findings and proposed legislation within six months, but the bill itself does not create the credentialing program or mandate changes.
By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2125) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Jason M. Lewis, James B. Eldridge, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to language access and inclusion. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Senate, October 6, 2025 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2125) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Jason M. Lewis, James B. Eldridge, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to language access and inclusion, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2622).
By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1347) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Dylan A. Fernandes, Michael D. Brady and Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to ensure workplace psychological safety by deeming workplace bullying an unlawful practice. Labor and Workforce Development.
Maddy summarySD 1169 amends Massachusetts' paid family medical leave law to improve employer notification and reporting. It requires employers to inform employees (including covered contract workers) within five business days about their eligibility for paid leave when leave is requested or known. The bill also adds detailed reporting requirements for the state, including demographic data on claimants, processing times, benefit amounts, and metrics on private plan performance. Additionally, it mandates an annual public education campaign about the law, with outreach materials in multiple languages and evidence of distribution. These changes directly affect Massachusetts employees, contract workers, and employers covered by the paid leave program.
