Sen. Dylan Fernandes

Senate, May 28, 2026 -- The committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2680) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3074).

Senate, May 28, 2026 -- The committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2681) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3075).

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2680) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to improve public health and safety standards in communities around aging nuclear power plants and high-level nuclear waste dump sites. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2681) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish safety standards for BMX bicycle and motorcross tracks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Pembroke to grant one additional license for the sale of takeout alcoholic beverages (not for on-premises consumption) specifically to South Shore Market and Deli at 256 Church Street. The license is limited to that exact location and cannot be transferred elsewhere. If the license ends or is canceled, it must be returned to Pembroke's licensing authority, which may later issue it to a new applicant at the same address after verifying tax compliance. The license must be issued within three years of the bill's effective date.

Senate, May 18, 2026 -- The committee on Labor and Workforce Development to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1303) of Lydia Edwards, Paul W. Mark and Vanna Howard for legislation to provide opportunities for apprentices to complete their training and ensuring for a skilled workforce in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3076).

Maddy summaryThis bill requires contractors working on Massachusetts construction projects exceeding $1 million to gradually increase the proportion of work performed by apprentices in approved training programs. Starting six months after the bill's passage, 5% of the total hourly work must be done by apprentices, rising to 10% after one year and 15% after two years. It applies to all employees directly on-site who receive hourly wages and are subject to prevailing wage laws. The requirement covers projects where contractors or subcontractors are directly employing workers, aiming to expand apprenticeship opportunities within the construction industry.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows retired police officers in the town of Kingston to continue working as special police officers until they reach the age of 70. It removes the previous age limit of 65 for these roles and stops the automatic reduction in pay that typically occurs after an officer turns 65. To qualify, retired officers must pass a medical exam, maintain their professional certifications, and follow the same training and conduct rules as active-duty officers. The chief of police decides which specific duties these officers will perform, and their annual appointments can be ended at any time with 14 days' notice.

By Representative Badger of Plymouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michelle L. Badger relative to a transfer of retirement benefits for Valeria D'Orazio an associate professor at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Public Service.

Maddy summaryHD 4321 raises the maximum retirement age for special police officers in Kingston to 70 years old. The bill directly affects certified special police officers appointed by the Town of Kingston's Board of Selectmen for traffic details, allowing them to serve until age 70 or until retirement/resignation/non-reappointment. Key provisions include setting 70 as the new maximum age limit (replacing previous restrictions) and granting the Board of Selectmen discretion to non-reappoint officers for any lawful reason. This change modifies the town's existing rules for special police officer appointments without altering other employment conditions.