Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz

Co-sponsor H 3003

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to provide access to higher education for high school graduates in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

By Representative Matias of Lawrence and Senator Chang-Diaz, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3003) of Juana Matias, Sonia Chang-Diaz and others relative to the eligibility for in-state tuition rates and fees and for state-funded financial assistance at certain public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.

Passed Jun 14, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 354

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 354) of Mark C. Montigny, Thomas M. McGee, Jack Lewis, Michael F. Rush and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence. Elder Affairs.

Passed Jun 14, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2480

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to promote public health through the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund

By Messrs. Vega of Holyoke and Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2480) of Aaron Vega, Tackey Chan and others relative to the funding and management of the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund. Public Health.

Passed Jun 13, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 1715

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination

By Mr. Hinds, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1715) of Adam G. Hinds, Jack Lewis, William Smitty Pignatelli, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to require the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination to include representatives of the LGBTQ community. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Passed Jun 13, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 3269

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents

By Representative Matias of Lawrence and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3269) of Juana Matias, James B. Eldridge and others relative to prohibiting the use of public funds and resources for immigration enforcement purposes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Passed Jun 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2785

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests

By Messrs. Vega of Holyoke and Rushing of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Aaron Vega, Byron Rushing and others relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests, detention, convictions and incarceration. Marijuana Policy.

Passed Jun 11, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 637

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to define modest meals and refreshments in prescriber education settings

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 637) of Jason M. Lewis and Sonia Chang-Diaz for legislation to define modest meals and refreshments in prescriber education settings. Health Care Financing.

Passed May 31, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 610

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to ensure effective health care cost control

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 610) of Julian Cyr, Carmine L. Gentile, Sarah K. Peake, Thomas M. McGee and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure effective health care cost control. Health Care Financing.

Passed May 31, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 619

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing Medicare for all in Massachusetts

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 619) of James B. Eldridge, Carmine L. Gentile, Barbara A. L'Italien, Jack Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish Medicare for all in Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.

Passed May 31, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 342

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act increasing the personal needs allowance for residents of long term care facilities

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 342) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Mark C. Montigny, Marjorie C. Decker, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to increase the personal care allowance of residents of long-term care facilities. Elder Affairs.

Passed May 31, 2018 1 co-sponsor Track