Sen. Mike Moore

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2046) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation to grant property tax exemptions to disabled veterans. Revenue.

Senate, December 18, 2025 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 263) of Mark C. Montigny, Michael O. Moore, James K. Hawkins, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2744).

Maddy summaryH 4831 requires all local, regional, and state public meetings to offer free, accessible remote participation and viewing. It mandates that remote attendees can vote, count toward quorum, and access meetings without fees or barriers - including captioning and disability accommodations per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Public bodies must post meeting notices online 48 hours in advance (excluding holidays), and state meetings must be recorded and posted within 10 business days. The bill updates notice requirements for different government bodies and ensures remote access is available to all, including people with disabilities.

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1323) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1310) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect injured workers. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1328) of Paul R. Feeney, John F. Keenan, Paul W. Mark and James B. Eldridge for legislation to require labor organizations to protect confidential communications when representing individuals. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 872) of John F. Keenan, Joanne M. Comerford, Michael J. Barrett and Michael O. Moore for legislation to establish a community health center nurse practitioner residency program. Health Care Financing.

Senate, July 25 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 470) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Michael O. Moore, Paul K. Frost, John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation to improve Massachusetts home care, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2555).

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 689) of Cynthia Stone Creem and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to improve access to infertility treatment. Financial Services.

Maddy summaryThis bill makes unauthorized changes to gift card balances or activation a criminal offense. It directly affects businesses that sell gift cards and consumers who use them, as it targets individuals who tamper with cards to steal value. The key provision adds specific penalties for altering gift card data, including fines or imprisonment, and establishes clear legal definitions for the crime. This creates a direct legal deterrent against gift card fraud.