Sen. Mike Barrett
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThis Massachusetts Senate resolution expresses the state's support for Israel and calls on the U.S. government to assist victims of the October 7 terrorist attacks. The document formally requests the safe return of individuals held hostage during the assault and condemns the actions taken by Hamas. It also highlights concerns over rising antisemitism and asks that a copy of the resolution be sent to the President and Congress. As a formal statement of solidarity rather than a law, the bill does not create new legal obligations or change existing policies.
Maddy summaryHD 410 allows the Town of Concord to require retail stores to charge customers at least $0.10 for each checkout bag provided at the point of sale. This applies to most retail businesses (like stores, restaurants, and pharmacies) but excludes bags for produce, prescriptions, or protecting items. Stores must separately state the bag fee on receipts and keep all collected money. The law takes effect three months after passage and is enforced by the Town Manager.