Sen. Pat Jehlen

Co-sponsor S 2826

In committee · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program

Senate, December 11, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1008) of Joan B. Lovely, James K. Hawkins, James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2826).

HousingSupports HousingRental voucher programs directly fund affordable housing access for tenants, aligning with 'funds housing programs' and 'advancing affordable housing' indicators.92% confidence

In committee Dec 11, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2246

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act aligning the commonwealth's transportation plans with its mandates and goals for reducing emissions and vehicle miles traveled

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2246) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Erika Uyterhoeven, John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to align the commonwealth's transportation plans with its mandates and goals for reducing emissions and vehicle miles traveled. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly aligns transportation plans with emission reduction goals, directly advancing clean energy transition by reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.90% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce emissions and vehicle miles traveled through transportation planning alignment, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly aligns transportation plans with emission reduction and VMT goals, promoting sustainable infrastructure per its title and summary.95% confidence

Passed Dec 11, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 2154

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to drowsy driving awareness

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2154) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Passed Dec 11, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 1008

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program

By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1008) of Joan B. Lovely, James K. Hawkins, James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Massachusetts rental voucher program. Housing.

HousingSupports HousingBill establishes Massachusetts rental voucher program to increase affordable housing access and tenant assistance under housing policy.95% confidence

Passed Dec 11, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2762

In committee · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program

Senate, December 8, 2025 -- The committee on Housing to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1010) of Liz Miranda, Sal N. DiDomenico and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to create a permanent affordability homeownership program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2762).

HousingSupports HousingBill creates a permanent affordability homeownership program, directly advancing affordable housing access through dedicated funding and program structure.95% confidence

In committee Dec 8, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1010

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1010) of Liz Miranda, Sal N. DiDomenico and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to create a permanent affordability homeownership program. Housing.

HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly creates a permanent affordability homeownership program, directly advancing affordable housing access and funding per title/summary.95% confidence

Passed Dec 8, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1409

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to reform mental health supports and increase public safety

By Ms. Kennedy (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1409) of Gary Lowell, for legislation to mandate psychiatric evaluations in a hospital emergency room if a restraint authorization is given. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates psychiatric evaluations during ER restraints, diverting mental health crises from criminal justice system to appropriate care, aligning with reform goals.85% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates psychiatric evaluations in ERs for restraint cases, directly strengthening mental health access and safety protocols within healthcare services.95% confidence

Passed Dec 8, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 968

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act promoting access to counsel and housing stability in Massachusetts

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 968) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Joanne M. Comerford, Susannah M. Whipps and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote housing stability and homelessness prevention through a right to counsel pilot program in Massachusetts in response to the COVID-emergency. Housing.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePromotes right to counsel pilot program, directly advancing criminal justice reform by protecting defendants' rights and ensuring fair representation in court.95% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill promotes housing stability and homelessness prevention through a right to counsel pilot program, directly addressing tenant protections and housing access in Massachusetts.92% confidence

Passed Dec 8, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 998

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 998) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Adam Gomez, James K. Hawkins, Mike Connolly and other members of the General Court for legislation to guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal. Housing.

HousingSupports HousingGuarantees tenant's first right of refusal, a direct tenant protection measure advancing tenant rights in housing95% confidence

Passed Dec 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 2746

In committee · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to protect pollinators and public health

The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 587) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2746).

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits neonicotinoid pesticides to protect pollinators, directly advancing environmental conservation and public health through pollution control.95% confidence

In committee Dec 4, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track