Sen. Ryan Fattman

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1986) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to 100% disabled veteran motor vehicle tax exemptions. Revenue.

By Mr. Durant and Mr.Ashe of Longmeadow, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3091) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter J. Durant, Brian M. Ashe, Jacob R. Oliveira, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to create crumbling concrete relief for homeowners. Financial Services.

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3099) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman for legislation to implement fines on motorboat operators engaged in wakesurfing activity in close proximity to the shoreline. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Fattman and Mr. Smola of Warren, a joint petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman and Todd M. Smola for legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to grant an easement over certain land in the town of Sturbridge. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates an independent "Office of the Military and Veteran Advocate" within Massachusetts state government. The office directly serves veterans, active-duty service members, and their families who receive state services or care, ensuring humane treatment, timely support, and coordination with local veterans' agents. Key provisions require the advocate to examine agency services, investigate serious incidents involving veterans, and advise state leadership on improving veteran care. The advocate is appointed by the governor, attorney general, and state auditor from a committee including veterans' organizations and agency heads, and must submit annual reports on service improvements to state leaders.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the town of Oxford to issue two new licenses for businesses that sell alcohol for off-premises consumption, such as liquor stores. The licenses are restricted to specific economic development zones within the town and must be marked with their designated zone type. To maintain control over these licenses, the town cannot transfer them outside the approved zones and requires proof of good standing with state tax and unemployment agencies before issuing them to new applicants. Additionally, the act sets a five-year deadline for the town to issue these licenses after the bill takes effect.

Senate, October 23, 2025 -- The committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 107) of Joanne M. Comerford and Nick Collins for legislation to establish a bill of rights for children in foster care; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 125) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 127) of Paul R. Feeney and Michael S. Chaisson for legislation to authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to establish additional mandated reporters for the purpose of the protection and care of children; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 129) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to require that mandated reporters complete training at least every two years to recognize and report suspected child abuse or neglect; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 133) of Adam Gomez for legislation relative to child fatality review; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 148) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to enhance child welfare protections; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 159) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2585) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael O. Moore for legislation to establish compliance with federal education reporting requirements for out of home placement students, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2659).

Maddy summaryThis bill allows the town of Oxford to issue two new licenses for businesses that sell alcohol for off-premises consumption, such as takeout or delivery. The new licenses will follow standard state rules but cannot be transferred to a different location, and they require proof that the business has paid all taxes and fees before approval. If a business stops using the license or fails to renew it, the town can reissue it to a new applicant at the same spot within three years. The town must issue these licenses within three years of the bill becoming law.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific segment of Route 20 (between mile markers 104.6 and 105.1 in Oxford) as the "Brodeur Curve" to honor Michael and Kyle Brodeur of Charlton. It requires the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to install and maintain markers at this location, commemorating the Brodeur family's advocacy against impaired driving following a 1997 accident that killed Michael and left Kyle with severe brain injuries. The bill focuses solely on naming the road segment and installing signage, with no policy changes or direct impacts beyond recognition.

Senate, May 7, 2026 -- (Filed by Mr. Tarr et al) Order relative to requesting the opinions of the Honorable Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law relative to “An Act promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment,” as pending before the Massachusetts State Senate.