Sen. Kelly Dooner

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Marion to issue a special license to J. Sull Wine for selling alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption. The license is specific to this business location and cannot be transferred to a different address, though it can be renewed or reassigned to a new applicant at the same spot if tax and fee obligations are met. If the license is not used or is cancelled, it must be returned to the town, and a new license for the same location can only be issued within three years. The act requires the town to issue the license within one year of the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the Town of Marion to swap two specific parcels of land between its Open Space Acquisition Commission and Select Board. Under the agreement, the Commission transfers a 2,977-square-foot plot currently used for parks and conservation to the Select Board to support a shared-use path project. In exchange, the Select Board transfers a larger 13.38-acre parcel of general municipal land back to the Commission, ensuring it remains dedicated to passive recreation and conservation. The legislation includes legal language to override conflicting state laws and specifies the exact locations and descriptions of both properties involved in the exchange.

By Mrs. Dooner and Mr.Howitt of Seekonk, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3044) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kelly A. Dooner, Steven S. Howitt and Adam J. Scanlon for legislation relative to retirement benefits for Alec Ciminello. Public Service.

By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Thurber of Somerset, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3262) of Kelly A. Dooner and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Dighton to impose community impact linkage fees. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Thurber of Somerset, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2939) of Kelly A. Dooner and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Dighton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Senate, April 13, 2026 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2961) of Kelly A. Dooner and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3052).

Senate, November 19, 2025 -- Substituted as a new draft (Senator Dooner) for the Senate Bill dissolving the North Carver water district (Senate, No. 2517).

By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3182) of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Taunton to utilize certain areas of conservation land for road improvements. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2897) of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to increase the membership of the board of selectmen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1985) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran excise tax exemptions. Revenue.