Sen. Brendan Crighton

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts state law to create a new program aimed at improving the local and regional public health system, specifically targeting disparities in service delivery. The Department of Public Health will work with municipalities to establish a state action for public health excellence that ensures all residents have uniform access to essential services, with a focus on racial and health equity for historically underrepresented communities. Key provisions include developing statewide standards for public health programs, encouraging the sharing of resources and expertise across different jurisdictions, and providing adequate funding to help local health boards meet these new standards. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of public health services throughout the Commonwealth by formalizing support and accountability measures.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires private and nonprofit employers in Massachusetts with at least 100 full-time employees to submit detailed wage and demographic data to the state. Covered entities, which also include the governor and mayors with large workforces, must provide this information annually by the EEO-1 or EEO-4 reporting deadlines. The state will then compile and publish these aggregate wage reports on its website starting in 2024, broken down by specific industries such as healthcare, construction, and retail. The legislation aims to increase pay transparency by making industry-wide wage data publicly available for comparison.

Senate, April 24, 2023 -- The committee on Public Service, to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2382) of Brendan P. Crighton and Jennifer Balinsky Armini for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amelia Alex, an employee of the Department of Social Services, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2383).

Senate, July 31, 2023 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1975) of Nick Collins for legislation relative to property rights, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2430).

Maddy summaryThis bill changes how candidates' names are listed on election ballots in the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts. Instead of following the standard alphabetical order, the town clerk must use a random lottery to decide the sequence of names for each race. Candidates or their representatives are allowed to watch the drawing, which must happen after the final day for nominations but before ballots are printed. The law applies only to Marblehead and does not affect other towns or cities in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to upgrade the Fairmount commuter rail line by standardizing fares with the subway system, adopting a new name for the line, and improving connections with local bus services. It mandates that the rail line be electrified by December 2024 and requires the agency to report on the environmental benefits of this change by the end of 2025. Additionally, the legislation sets specific goals for increasing train frequency to every 7.5 minutes by 2029, constructing accessible platforms at two stations, and maintaining the ability to run trains every 5 minutes by 2035.

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Brendan P. Crighton and Jennifer Balinsky Armini for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amelia Alex, an employee of the Department of Social Services. Public Service.

Substituted, on motion of Mr. Garlick of Needham, for a bill with the same title (printed as Senate, No. 3027). December 27, 2022.

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1517) of Rebecca L. Rausch, Paul J. Donato, Andres X. Vargas, Jack Patrick Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote community immunity. Public Health.

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3027) of Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Marblehead to amend the general bylaws to add a new chapter 175, Elections regarding the order of candidates names on ballot. Election Laws. [Local approval received]