By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 104) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, John F. Keenan, Mark C. Montigny and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Senate, October 9, 2025 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to increase access to disposable menstrual products (Senate, No. 2546),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2640).
Senate, July 10, 2025 -- The committee on Public Health to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1549) of Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan, Michael J. Barrett, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the Senate for legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2546).
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1193) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation relative to the limitation of tort liability on charitable organizations. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 484) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence. Elder Affairs.
Maddy summaryThis bill changes the fee for Massachusetts motor vehicle registration plates displaying "VETERAN" on them. It removes a $20 annual fee that was previously added on top of the standard registration fee for these plates, making the cost equal to regular private passenger vehicle registration. The change directly affects veterans who choose to display these special plates on their vehicles. The law ensures veteran plates will no longer carry an extra $20 charge, aligning their cost with standard registration fees.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1729) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to require human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 164) of Michael O. Moore and Mark C. Montigny that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish the Harmony commission to study and make recommendations related to the welfare and best interests of children in care and protection cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 50% reduced fare pilot program for student commuter rail passes on the South Coast Rail corridor. It directly affects students enrolled at Bridgewater State University who live in specific municipalities along the route (including New Bedford, Fall River, Taunton, and several towns). The program prioritizes distribution based on student financial need, with the MBTA implementing it for the 2025-2026 academic year. The bill requires a report by September 2026 detailing the number of passes distributed by location, total cost, and other program metrics.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1584) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to prevent undue influence on prescriber behavior. Public Health.
