By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 598) of Dylan A. Fernandes relative to recreation on private tidelands. Environment and Natural Resources.
Maddy summaryThis bill modernizes how Massachusetts municipalities conduct local meetings and elections. It allows town meetings and select boards to hold remote sessions via phone or video, requiring free public access without subscription fees and mandating roll call voting for remote participants. The bill also gives select boards authority to postpone elections during emergencies (like weather or public health crises) with specific rules for rescheduling, including adjustments to voter deadlines and materials. Municipalities must provide transcripts online if remote access isn't feasible, ensuring transparency in public proceedings.
By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 557) of Brendan P. Crighton, Joanne M. Comerford, James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation to accelerate and streamline wetlands restoration. Environment and Natural Resources.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 603) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a blue economy workforce pipeline. Environment and Natural Resources.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 605) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation relative to a future blue economy. Environment and Natural Resources.
By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2666) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rebecca L. Rausch, Dylan A. Fernandes, Patricia D. Jehlen, Nick Collins and others for legislation to establish Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 506) of Julian Cyr and Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation relative to dark money in local government. Election Laws.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 599) of Dylan A. Fernandes relative to coastal and environmental acidification and nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 600) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a blue communities program to incentivize local action to reduce nutrient pollution and ocean acidification. Environment and Natural Resources.
Senate, November 24, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 598) of Dylan A. Fernandes relative to recreation on private tidelands, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2729).
