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The 193rd General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Representative Joseph D. McKenna Republican - 18th Worcester

Bill Docket Bill Pinslip/Title
  SD.2884 By Ms. DiZoglio, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Diana DiZoglio, Adam G. Hinds, Patrick Joseph Kearney, Nick Collins and other members of the General Court for legislation to expand take-out/delivery options for local restaurants in response to COVID-19. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
  HD.3445 An Act relative to Massachusetts School Building Authority reimbursement of school safety construction and upgrades
  HD.4495 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to establish penalties for certain persons disguising themselves in a manner including but not limited to concealing facial features. The Judiciary.
  HD.4711 By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David F. DeCoste and others relative to legislative approval for certain agencies to engage in certain transportation climate initiatives. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
  HD.4809 By Representatives Zlotnik of Gardner and Ferguson of Holden, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik, Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the Transportation Infrastructure Enhancement Trust Fund. Transportation.
  HD.4967 By Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo L. D'Emilia and others for legislation to authorize on-premises consumption licensees to sell certain current inventory of alcoholic beverages to members of the general public who are not under twenty-one years of age. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
  HD.4971 By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kenneth I. Gordon and others to expand options for local restaurants during the COVID-19 emergency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
  HD.4977 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Hannah Kane and others relative to providing emergency assistance for municipal public safety overtime costs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
  HD.4990 By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others for legislation to temporarily extend the state income tax filing deadline until July 15, 2020. Revenue.
  HD.5054 By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael S. Day and others relative to restaurant delivery commissions during the COVID-19 state of emergency. Labor and Workforce Development.
  HD.5109 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Hannah Kane and others relative to driver education. Transportation.
  HD.5141 By Representatives Robinson of Framingham and Williams of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Maria Duaime Robinson, Bud L. Williams and others for legislation to designate Juneteenth Independence Day as a legal holiday in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.
S.46  SD.2046 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 46) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter for legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.67  SD.1449 By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 67) of Joan B. Lovely, Diana DiZoglio, William N. Brownsberger, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.71  SD.1836 By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 71) of Michael O. Moore, Patrick M. O'Connor, Jack Patrick Lewis, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.101  HD.3783 By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 101) of Linda Dean Campbell and others for legislation to protect persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities from abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.112  HD.572 By Representatives Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield and Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 112) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier, Aaron Vega and others relative to establishing the Massachusetts foster care review office. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.143  SD.2018 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 143) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.151  HD.2270 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 151) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to criminal background checks for employees of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.155  HD.1143 By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 155) of James J. O'Day and others relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.175  SD.1220 By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 175) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Jason M. Lewis, James T. Welch, Marc R. Pacheco and other members of the General Court for legislation to ban the retail sale of cats and dogs in pet shops. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.179  HD.783 By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 179) of Tackey Chan and others relative to the establishment of an interagency council to address inequality, promote opportunity and end poverty. Community Development and Small Businesses.
H.228  HD.66 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 228) of Peter J. Durant and Joseph D. McKenna relative to the performance of electrical work by single family homeowners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.236  HD.1810 By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 236) of Carole A. Fiola and others relative to the accessibility of hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.251  HD.710 By Representatives Hogan of Stow and Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 251) of Kate Hogan, Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for legislation to authorize temporary licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to nonprofit charitable corporations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.252  HD.712 By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 252) of Kate Hogan and others that the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission be authorized to establish farmer-cidery licenses and authorizing the sale of farmer-cidery products at farmers’ markets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.266  HD.392 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 266) of Randy Hunt and others relative to the sale of wines and malt beverages on the premises of certain establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.282  SD.2043 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 282) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael J. Soter and Brian W. Murray for legislation to establish funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts. Education.
S.283  SD.2044 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 283) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael O. Moore, Michael J. Soter and others for legislation relative to carbon monoxide detectors in schools. Education.
H.309  HD.1261 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 309) of Lenny Mirra and others that the Division of Professional Licensure be directed to amend the Uniform State Plumbing Code and associated regulations to include a category of agricultural buildings and operations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.344  HD.3578 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 344) of Michael J. Soter and others relative to the storage of certain alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.359  HD.72 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 359) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to increasing the penalties to motor vehicle dealers for certain sales of used police vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.360  HD.281 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 360) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to authorize consolidated purchasing of alcoholic beverages by certain licensees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.363  HD.262 By Mr. Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 363) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others relative to the selling of malt beverages or malt beverage products produced by a pub brewery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.372  SD.1385 By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 372) of Mark C. Montigny, Sean Garballey, Michael F. Rush, Tram T. Nguyen and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence. Elder Affairs.
H.377  HD.1651 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 377) of Bradford Hill and others for legislation to regulate online gaming, daily fantasy, and online sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
H.378  HD.1657 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 378) of Bradford Hill and others relative to sports betting and online gaming and the establishment of a public advancement fund with monies received from such activities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
H.393  HD.1147 By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 393) of Jeffrey N. Roy, Michael J. Soter and Joseph D. McKenna that the Massachusetts Technology Park Corporation establish an entrepreneur learner's permit program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
H.396  HD.1114 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 396) of James Arciero and others for legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as school resource officers. Education.
H.399  HD.1516 By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 399) of Brian M. Ashe and others for the establishment of a school carbon monoxide safety trust fund to be administered by the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.
S.402  SD.2042 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 402) of Ryan C. Fattman, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Joseph D. McKenna, Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation relative to contribution fairness. Election Laws.
H.438  HD.67 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 438) of Peter J. Durant, Joseph D. McKenna and Angelo L. D'Emilia relative to establishing a personal financial literacy curriculum in schools. Education.
H.445  HD.1275 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 445) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for legislation relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students. Education.
H.448  HD.1287 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 448) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to student data privacy. Education.
H.449  HD.3317 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 449) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to special education in the foundation budget. Education.
H.450  HD.3318 By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 450) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Paul K. Frost and others for legislation to authorize the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District to enter into solar power generation agreements. Education.
S.465  SD.2010 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 465) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter for legislation relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.477  SD.1098 By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 477) of Anne M. Gobi, Joseph D. McKenna, Todd M. Smola, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote snowmobiling sustainability. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.480  HD.3678 By Mr. Hay of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 480) of Stephan Hay and others relative to rates of payment for early childhood education and care programs. Education.
H.485  HD.810 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 485) of Bradford Hill and others relative to implementing the recommendations of the foundation budget review commission. Education.
H.511  HD.481 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 511) of Hannah Kane and others for legislation to allow for school districts to collect fees associated with nonresident pupil transportation. Education.
H.518  HD.3612 By Representatives Malia of Boston and Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 518) of Elizabeth A. Malia, Jack Patrick Lewis and others relative to strengthening recovery high schools. Education.
H.566  HD.884 By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 566) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others relative to requiring instruction on the Holocaust and genocide in public schools. Education.
H.567  HD.1339 By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 567) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others relative to the development of programs to assist students in obtaining industry-recognized certifications. Education.
H.576  HD.3195 By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 576) of Paul F. Tucker and others relative to updating the education foundation budget. Education.
H.591  HD.3145 By Messrs. Vega of Holyoke and Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 591) of Aaron Vega, Andres X. Vargas and others relative to students that receive free or reduced-price meals under the federal National School Lunch Program. Education.
H.598  HD.252 By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 598) of Bruce J. Ayers and others relative to services provided through the MassHealth frail elder home and community-based services waiver regarding early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Elder Affairs.
H.614  HD.1021 By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 614) of Danielle W. Gregoire and others for legislation to Improve Alzheimer's’ and dementia care in senior care options programs. Elder Affairs.
H.623  HD.1524 By Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 623) of Norman J. Orrall and others relative to authorizing spouses to be caregivers in the adult foster care and personal attendant programs. Elder Affairs.
H.631  HD.429 By Representatives Velis of Westfield and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 631) of John C. Velis, Hannah Kane and others for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the financial abuse of elders. Elder Affairs.
H.647  HD.346 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 647) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to choosing presidential electors and the process which governors them. Election Laws.
H.704  HD.2676 By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 704) of Jerald A. Parisella and others relative to overseas voting. Election Laws.
S.763  SD.575 By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 763) of Michael O. Moore, Diana DiZoglio, Paul F. Tucker, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to public safety on private college and university campuses. Higher Education.
H.772  HD.148 By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator Lewis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 772) of Lori A. Ehrlich, Jason M. Lewis and others relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.773  HD.3557 By Representatives Ehrlich of Marblehead and Ferrante of Gloucester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 773) of Lori A. Ehrlich and others relative to the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.800  HD.3134 By Ms. Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 800) of Natalie M. Higgins and others for legislation to further regulate the sale of certain domestic animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.807  SD.806 By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 807) of Mark C. Montigny, Mathew J. Muratore, Ryan C. Fattman, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a low-income sewer and water assistance program . Housing.
H.835  HD.2043 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 835) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the promulgation of regulations by the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement for the use and possession of shotgun ammunition types for the purposes of hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.872  HD.962 By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 872) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to exempt veterans from Division of State Parks and Recreation fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.875  HD.2030 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 875) of Michael J. Soter and others relative to testing for soil used as fill material for certain reclamation projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.887  HD.804 By Ms. Sullivan of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 887) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to authorizing deer hunting on Sundays. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.914  HD.3093 By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 914) of F. Jay Barrows and others relative to demerging health care markets to alleviating burdens. Financial Services.
S.933  SD.2009 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 933) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, David Allen Robertson and Michael J. Soter for legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.
S.934  SD.2041 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 934) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter for legislation relative to direct food donations. The Judiciary.
H.955  HD.1616 By Messrs. D'Emilia of Bridgewater and McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 955) of Angelo L. D'Emilia, Paul McMurtry and others relative to insurance payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.
H.975  HD.2114 By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 975) of Carole A. Fiola and others relative to payment for ambulance services provided to certain insured individuals. Financial Services.
S.1011  SD.1720 By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1011) of Patrick M. O'Connor, David Allen Robertson, David F. DeCoste, Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation to set proportionate penalties for the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil. The Judiciary.
H.1037  HD.1930 By Mr. Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1037) of Jack Patrick Lewis and others relative to the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to dogs harbored upon the insured property. Financial Services.
H.1038  HD.1936 By Mr. Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1038) of Jack Patrick Lewis and others for legislation to prohibit housing discrimination against responsible dog owners. Financial Services.
H.1044  HD.3630 By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1044) of Elizabeth A. Malia and others relative to health insurance coverage for substance abuse services provided by certified addiction recovery coaches. Financial Services.
H.1054  HD.2233 By Messrs. McMurtry of Dedham and D'Emilia of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1054) of Paul McMurtry, Angelo L. D'Emilia and others relative to payment for ambulance services provided to certain insured individuals. Financial Services.
S.1070  SD.2015 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1070) of Ryan C. Fattman, José F. Tosado, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter for legislation to encourage teen employment. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1109  HD.729 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1109) of Michael J. Soter and others for legislation to provide insurance benefits for expenses incurred when adopting children. Financial Services.
H.1136  HD.2547 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1136) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the billing practices between contracted health care providers and MassHealth. Health Care Financing.
H.1184  HD.1098 By Mr. Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1184) of Frank A. Moran and others for legislation to further rate equity, access to, and affordability through equitable commercial health plan rates of reimbursement to community hospitals. Health Care Financing.
H.1202  HD.1115 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1202) of James Arciero and others for legislation to establish a student loan forgiveness program within the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority. Higher Education.
H.1209  HD.3294 By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1209) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.
H.1223  HD.2537 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1223) of Randy Hunt and others relative to requiring sexual harassment training at institutions of higher education. Higher Education.
H.1252  HD.1457 By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1252) of F. Jay Barrows and others relative to rent, landlords and security deposits. Housing.
S.1253  SD.745 By Ms. DiZoglio, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1253) of Diana DiZoglio and Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to require the Chief Medical Examiner to provide certain information in substance abuse-related deaths. Public Health.
H.1268  HD.297 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1268) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to the definition of consistent with local needs under the affordable housing law. Housing.
H.1271  HD.360 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1271) of Shawn Dooley and others for legislation to authorize municipalities to use manufactured housing as affordable housing. Housing.
H.1277  HD.3252 By Mr. Hay of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1277) of Stephan Hay and others relative to zoning for certain accessory dwelling units. Housing.
H.1309  HD.2039 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1309) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the display of the flag of the United States by certain condominium owners. Housing.
H.1348  HD.971 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1348) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others relative to liability of persons in transit in private vehicles rendering care and assistance to persons in need. The Judiciary.
H.1351  HD.2965 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1351) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others relative to penalties for false 911 calls from or about school facilities. The Judiciary.
H.1379  HD.1305 By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1379) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths. The Judiciary.
H.1388  HD.1334 By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1388) of David F. DeCoste and others relative to the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons to certain persons when abuse orders have been issued by a court. The Judiciary.
S.1403  SD.2008 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1403) of Ryan C. Fattman, Timothy R. Whelan, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide automated external defibrillators in all public safety vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1404  HD.1273 By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1404) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others relative to the use of insanity as a criminal defense. The Judiciary.
H.1405  HD.1288 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1405) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the re-homing so-called of certain adopted children. The Judiciary.
S.1434  SD.42 By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1434) of Michael O. Moore, Timothy R. Whelan, Dean A. Tran, Brian W. Murray and other members of the General Court relative to firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1445  HD.555 By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1445) of Steven S. Howitt and others for legislation to establish an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.
S.1518  SD.2014 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1518) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter for legislation to reform sick leave buybacks. Public Service.
S.1519  SD.2016 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1519) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael J. Soter and Viriato M. deMacedo for legislation to authorize the Norfolk County Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Thomas V. Ralph. Public Service.
H.1528  HD.2042 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1528) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.
H.1561  HD.667 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1561) of Michael J. Soter and others for legislation relative to the wrongful death or injury of animal companions. The Judiciary.
H.1569  HD.3299 By Ms. Sullivan of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1569) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to immunity from prosecution for certain first responders for providing or transferring opioid antagonists to certain persons. The Judiciary.
H.1578  HD.2772 By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1578) of Paul F. Tucker and others relative to the penalty for assault or assault and battery on emergency medical technicians, ambulance operators, ambulance attendants or health care providers. The Judiciary.
H.1579  HD.1538 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1579) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to protecting victims of domestic violence by increasing the penalties for certain assault or assault and battery on a family or household member violations. The Judiciary.
H.1580  HD.1579 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1580) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to operating motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. The Judiciary.
H.1581  HD.3795 By Messrs. Whelan of Brewster and Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1581) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to juvenile justice. The Judiciary.
H.1628  HD.890 By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1628) of Kenneth I. Gordon and others relative to social media consumer privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1637  HD.1061 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1637) of Bradford Hill and others relative to minor minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1649  SD.2017 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1649) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael O. Moore, Michael J. Soter and others for legislation to promote student loan repayment. Revenue.
S.1650  SD.2019 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1650) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna and Michael J. Soter (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Sutton to grant real property abatements to certain military personnel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1654  SD.2029 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1654) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, David F. DeCoste, Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.
H.1666  HD.941 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1666) of Lenny Mirra and others for legislation to provide for increased transparency in the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1667  HD.944 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1667) of Lenny Mirra and others relative to setting the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1670  SD.1103 By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1670) of Anne M. Gobi, Joseph D. McKenna, Todd M. Smola, Dean A. Tran and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish the Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Fund. Revenue.
H.1671  HD.2205 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1671) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to wages paid to persons under eighteen years of age. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1724  HD.2347 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1724) of Randy Hunt and others relative to the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.1740  HD.1739 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1740) of Lenny Mirra and others for legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) on suicide prevention and mental health crisis management. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.1741  HD.1703 By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1741) of Mathew J. Muratore and others relative to establishing court ordered mental health assisted outpatient treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.1754  HD.3944 By Ms. Sullivan of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1754) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to the adult residential behavioral health and addiction treatment rate. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.1774  HD.3564 By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1774) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to oversight of dogs and cats by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1776  HD.3528 By Representative Muradian of Grafton and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1776) of David K. Muradian, Jr., Michael O. Moore and others relative to establishing a liberty bell replica relocation feasibility fund study. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
S.1794  SD.1923 By Mr. Tran, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1794) of Dean A. Tran, James Arciero and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to increase property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.
H.1817  HD.1525 By Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1817) of Norman J. Orrall and others relative to municipal costs associated with delivering drinking water to consumers. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1822  HD.2214 By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1822) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others for legislation to impose penalties for cruel conditions for animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1823  HD.3352 By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1823) of David M. Rogers and others relative to remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1828  HD.3894 By Ms. Sullivan of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1828) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to inspectors of plumbing and gas fitting inspectors. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.1845  SD.2066 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1845) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Michael J. Soter and Brian W. Murray for legislation relative to unpaid student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1853  HD.1506 By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1853) of Jennifer E. Benson and others for legislation to establish a commission on step therapy protocol to address the impact of step therapy protocols on total medical expenses and health care quality outcomes. Public Health.
H.1854  HD.2530 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1854) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification. Public Health.
H.1870  HD.893 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1870) of Shawn Dooley and others for legislation to authorize trauma kits, so-called and trained designees in certain public buildings. Public Health.
H.1871  HD.895 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1871) of Peter J. Durant and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to authorize school bus drivers to administer epinephrine. Public Health.
H.1875  HD.3710 By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1875) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others for legislation to establish voluntary training programs for medical and nursing schools in best practices for the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.
H.1878  HD.3521 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1878) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others that the board of registration of psychologists be authorized to promulgate regulations relative to the reciprocity of psychologists. Public Health.
H.1892  HD.1801 By Messrs. Garballey of Arlington and Cullinane of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1892) of Sean Garballey and others relative to access to original birth certificates to persons born in the Commonwealth. Public Health.
H.1899  HD.395 By Ms. Gifford of Wareham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1899) of Susan Williams Gifford and others relative to the charitable donation of not readily marketable food. Public Health.
H.1919  HD.2739 By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1919) of Daniel J. Hunt and others relative to reusable medical instrument or device central service technicians in health care facilities. Public Health.
H.1933  HD.617 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1933) of Hannah Kane and others for legislation to improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs. Public Health.
H.2013  HD.1611 By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2013) of John C. Velis and others relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness in student athletes. Public Health.
H.2017  HD.3348 By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2017) of Donald H. Wong and others for legislation to further regulate emergency or non-emergent medical transport services. Public Health.
H.2018  HD.927 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 2018) of James Arciero and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to enhanced school safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2037  HD.1332 By Mr. Crocker of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2037) of William L. Crocker, Jr., and others relative to providing for the care and transportation of police dogs injured in the line of duty. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2053  HD.2487 By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2053) of David F. DeCoste and others for legislation to further define hate crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2054  HD.1604 By Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2054) of Angelo L. D'Emilia and others for legislation to allow for the lawful sale of inert ammunition components from certain out-of-state vendors to lawfully licensed gun owners in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2062  HD.1285 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2062) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the training of law enforcement officers and correction officers in interactions with persons on the autism spectrum who are victims or witnesses to crimes, or suspected or convicted of crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2073  HD.630 By Mr. Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2073) of James K. Hawkins and others relative to benefits for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2081  HD.2721 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2081) of Randy Hunt and others relative to firefighter training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2149  HD.2612 By Mr. Walsh of Peabody, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2149) of Thomas P. Walsh and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts law enforcement memorial fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2150  HD.74 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2150) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to the penalties for motor vehicle operators refusing to stop for a police officer. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.2150  SD.1380 By Mr. Tran, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2150) of Dean A. Tran and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to commission a study of ways to aid the Chapter 90 program. Transportation.
H.2151  HD.1441 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2151) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to firearms furnished through the civilian marksmanship program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2243  HD.924 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2243) of Peter J. Durant, Anne M. Gobi and Joseph D. McKenna relative to increasing the amount of hours that retired public employees may work for certain additional public service. Public Service.
H.2248  HD.2712 By Messrs. Fernandes of Falmouth and Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2248) of Dylan A. Fernandes, Patrick Joseph Kearney and others relative to disability pensions for violent crimes committed against certain public employees. Public Service.
H.2290  HD.757 By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2290) of Kate Hogan and others relative to the employment of retired firefighters as training instructors by the Department of Fire Services. Public Service.
H.2352  HD.186 By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2352) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others for legislation to provide additional compensation for assistant municipal collectors and assistant treasurers upon certification. Public Service.
H.2366  HD.1615 By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2366) of Todd M. Smola and others for legislation to include certain certified emergency telecommunicators in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.
H.2377  HD.1416 By Representative Velis of Westfield and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2377) of John C. Velis, Michael F. Rush and others relative to veterans’ preference hiring practices. Public Service.
H.2380  HD.1344 By Representative Walsh of Peabody and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2380) of Thomas P. Walsh, Bruce E. Tarr and others relative to providing the next of kin of a police officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty with the flags of the Commonwealth and the United States. Public Service.
H.2382  HD.1424 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2382) of Timothy R. Whelan and others that certain employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority be included in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.
H.2405  HD.2695 By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2405) of F. Jay Barrows and others relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.
S.2415  SD.2627 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2415) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elliot Brown, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.
S.2425  SD.2596 By Mr. Tran, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2425) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dean A. Tran, Alan Silvia, William L. Crocker, Jr., Kevin G. Honan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to emergency insulin access. Public Health.
H.2431  HD.1531 By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2431) of Linda Dean Campbell and others for legislation to support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.
H.2434  HD.3052 By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2434) of Marjorie C. Decker and others relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.
S.2435  SD.2562 By Mr. Tran, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2435) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dean A. Tran, Timothy R. Whelan, Michael J. Soter, Steven S. Howitt and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to safety at public events. The Judiciary.
H.2446  HD.2896 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2446) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to the estate tax code of the Commonwealth. Revenue.
H.2450  HD.65 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2450) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to providing for certain student loan repayment income tax deductions. Revenue.
H.2489  HD.1490 By Messrs. Hawkins of Attleboro and DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2489) of James K. Hawkins, David F. DeCoste and others for legislation to provide municipalities with the option to freeze residential tax rate or valuation for the elderly with means tested criteria. Revenue.
H.2494  HD.2438 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2494) of Bradford Hill and others relative to property tax relief for veterans. Revenue.
S.2501  Senate, March 19, 2020 -- The committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 468) of Anne M. Gobi, Jonathan D. Zlotnik and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation relative to outdoor heritage; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 471) of Anne M. Gobi for legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 472) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation relative to bow and arrow hunting season; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 473) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation to authorize the use of shotguns during bear hunting season; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 474) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation relative to the moose population in the Commonwealth; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 476) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation to enhance the management of problem wildlife; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 479) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation to regulate the use of trapping devices to take beaver and muskrat; the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 487) of Donald F. Humason, Jr. and Jonathan D. Zlotnik for legislation relative to Sunday hunting; the petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 782) of Paul K. Frost relative to the powers and duties of the Director of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement in the management and control of wildlife; the petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 835) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the promulgation of regulations by the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement for the use and possession of shotgun ammunition types for the purposes of hunting; the petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 884) of William M. Straus for legislation to authorize bow and arrow hunting on Sundays; and the petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 887) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to authorizing deer hunting on Sundays,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2501).
H.2510  HD.2526 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2510) of Randy Hunt and others relative to the taxation of businesses legally selling marijuana. Revenue.
H.2516  HD.2141 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2516) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the calculation of the inventory tax on certain corporations. Revenue.
H.2522  HD.2315 By Messrs. Jones of North Reading and Pignatelli of Lee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2522) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Smitty Pignatelli and others for legislation to increase the limit on tax credits for donations of certified land to public or private conservation agencies. Revenue.
H.2573  HD.2037 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2573) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others for legislation to promote adoption of certain of dogs or cats from animal shelters by establishing tax credits for certain costs associated with said adoptions and by the creation of a motor vehicle registration plate. Revenue.
H.2575  HD.2047 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2575) of David K. Muradian, Jr. and others for legislation to provide an income tax deduction for purchases of gun safes. Revenue.
H.2576  HD.2048 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2576) of David K. Muradian, Jr. and others relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks. Revenue.
H.2577  HD.2052 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2577) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others for legislation to provide for an oil tank removal tax credit for residents in manufactured housing communities. Revenue.
H.2578  HD.1714 By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2578) of Mathew J. Muratore and others relative to long term care insurance tax credits. Revenue.
H.2584  HD.3498 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2584) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for legislation to require a one-year waiting period after passage of an act creating new taxes for said taxes to become effective. Revenue.
H.2592  HD.809 By Mr. Pignatelli of Lee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2592) of Smitty Pignatelli and others relative to establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise. Revenue.
S.2592  Senate, March 12, 2020 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 175) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Jason M. Lewis, James T. Welch, Marc R. Pacheco and other members of the General Court for legislation to ban the retail sale of cats and dogs in pet shops; (accompanied by bill, House, No.800) (accompanied by bill, House, No. 800) of Natalie M. Higgins and others for legislation to further regulate the sale of certain domestic animals; and (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3828) of Bruce J. Ayers and Thomas M. Stanley relative to the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet shops, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2592).
H.2608  HD.1405 By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2608) of David M. Rogers and others for legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.
S.2613  Senate, March 26, 2020 -- The committee on Public Health to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2425) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dean A. Tran, Alan Silvia, William L. Crocker, Jr., Kevin G. Honan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to emergency insulin access, reports he accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2613).
H.2617  HD.640 By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2617) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others relative to providing a tax credit for manufacturing employees training. Revenue.
H.2638  HD.663 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2638) of Michael J. Soter and others relative to a taxpayer exemption for adopted children. Revenue.
H.2639  HD.728 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2639) of Michael J. Soter and others relative to the amount and valuation for eligibility for a tax exemption on commercial property. Revenue.
S.2643  SD.2904 By Ms. DiZoglio, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2643) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Diana DiZoglio, Lenny Mirra, Patricia D. Jehlen, Adam G. Hinds and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a Massachusetts Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for businesses ineligible for the comparable federal PPP. Community Development and Small Businesses.
H.2655  HD.1613 By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2655) of John C. Velis and others relative to motor vehicle-related tax and fee exemptions for certain disabled veterans. Revenue.
H.2658  HD.1324 By Ms. Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2658) of Susannah M. Whipps and others for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study establishment of a payment in lieu of taxes program to fairly compensate cities and towns with significant amounts of non-taxable property. Revenue.
H.2660  HD.3002 By Mr. Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2660) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others relative to the taxation of inventory of tangible property of corporations. Revenue.
H.2666  HD.548 By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2666) of Brian M. Ashe and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor designating the last day of February as rare disease day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.2667  April 30, 2020 -- The committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 67) of Joan B. Lovely, Diana DiZoglio, William N. Brownsberger, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2667).
H.2690  HD.356 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2690) of Shawn Dooley and others for legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to study the need for increased cyber security within government agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2692  HD.3390 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2692) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to cybersecurity standards in state contracts or procurements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2752  HD.3579 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2752) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the renewal of certain licenses after default on student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2759  HD.2311 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2759) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Peter J. Durant and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to authorize the State Auditor to audit any person, corporation or group that receives or expends public funds for the payment or administration of pensions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2797  HD.3592 By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2797) of John C. Velis and others that the Honor and Remember Flag be designated as the symbol of the Commonwealth’s concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2881  HD.389 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2881) of Randy Hunt and others for legislation to further define miniature beverage containers under the "bottle bill", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
S.2921  SD.2267 By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2921) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Timothy R. Whelan, David F. DeCoste and others for legislation relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking. The Judiciary.
H.2934  HD.576 By Representatives Ehrlich of Marblehead and Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2934) of Lori A. Ehrlich, Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
H.2940  HD.704 By Representatives Kane of Shrewsbury and Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2940) of Hannah Kane, Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the creation of a women's rights history trail. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
H.2969  HD.2961 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2969) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others for legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to suspend drivers' licenses due to certain unpaid fines for illegal construction work or other violations. Transportation.
H.2970  HD.2963 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2970) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others relative to bus driver periodic testing. Transportation.
H.3062  HD.618 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3062) of Hannah Kane and others for legislation to include the impairment effects of marijuana in driver education training programs. Transportation.
H.3091  HD.947 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3091) of Lenny Mirra, Joseph D. McKenna and Mathew J. Muratore for legislation relative to the use of road flaggers and police details on public works projects. Transportation.
H.3094  HD.2061 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3094) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to private sale requirements for used vehicles and requiring that the Registry of Motor Vehicles create and maintain an approved bill of sale form for use by private sellers. Transportation.
H.3098  HD.2050 By Mr. Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3098) of Brian W. Murray and others relative to distinctive registration plates for veterans. Transportation.
H.3169  HD.3724 By Messrs. Velis of Westfield and Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3169) of John C. Velis, Aaron Vega and others relative to Purple Heart registration plates issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.
H.3180  HD.1341 By Representative Walsh of Peabody and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3180) of Thomas P. Walsh, Bruce E. Tarr and others relative to establishing the Blue Star Family license plate in honor of police officers killed in the line of duty. Transportation.
H.3182  HD.1399 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3182) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to procedures for motorcyclists at traffic-control signals utilizing vehicle detection devices that are operative due to the size of the motorcycle. Transportation.
H.3187  HD.2390 By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3187) of Donald H. Wong and others relative to operation of electric vehicles. Transportation.
H.3206  HD.3763 By Representative Garlick of Needham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3206) of Denise C. Garlick, Michael F. Rush and others relative to providing veterans' survivor benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3212  HD.891 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3212) of Bradford Hill and others for legislation to allow veterans living in housing authorities to deduct the cost of traveling for medical purposes from the income total assessed by said authority. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3213  HD.905 By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by resolutions, House, No. 3213) of Bradford Hill and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to convene a Constitutional Convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3215  HD.755 By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3215) of Kate Hogan and others for legislation to include veterans' service officers as mandated reporters of abuse to elderly persons and persons with disabilities. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3234  HD.2669 By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 3234) of Jerald A. Parisella and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) regarding veterans access to transportation for medical and other service-connected appointments. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3245  HD.3453 By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3245) of John C. Velis and others for legislation further defining Gold Star Families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3246  HD.73 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3246) of Timothy R. Whelan and others extending veterans status for the certain former members of the National Guard and reserves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3323  HD.1482 By Mrs. Harrington of Groton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3323) of Sheila C. Harrington and others relative to the care and protection of children and certain court determinations. The Judiciary.
H.3338  HD.2173 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3338) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.
H.3392  HD.3032 By Representatives Markey of Dartmouth and Harrington of Groton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3392) of Christopher M. Markey and others relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.
H.3399  HD.2398 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3399) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to the felony threshold for multiple offenses for the crime of theft. The Judiciary.
H.3428  HD.465 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3428) of Elizabeth A. Poirier, Colleen M. Garry and Joseph D. McKenna relative to voluntary consent for abortion services. The Judiciary.
H.3429  HD.469 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3429) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others for legislation to require physicians to obtain written informed consent prior to performing abortions. The Judiciary.
H.3432  HD.489 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3432) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and Joseph D. McKenna relative to the injury or termination of human embryos and fetuses prior to birth. The Judiciary.
H.3434  HD.492 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3434) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to prohibit abortions solely on account of the sex of the unborn child. The Judiciary.
H.3435  HD.493 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3435) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.
H.3441  HD.986 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3441) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that correction officers of county sheriffs' offices use the same pay scale and rates as correction officers employed by the Department of Correction. The Judiciary.
H.3476  HD.75 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3476) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to prohibit sex offenders from employment or volunteer status at camps for children. The Judiciary.
H.3478  HD.1530 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3478) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to increasing penalties for restraining order violations. The Judiciary.
H.3513  HD.2550 By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3513) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others for legislation to establish penalties for operating motor vehicles while under the influence of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.
H.3517  HD.3121 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3517) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to the transportation of marijuana in motor vehicles. Cannabis Policy.
H.3518  HD.911 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3518) of Peter J. Durant, Joseph D. McKenna and Shaunna L. O'Connell for legislation to prohibit sales of marijuana and synthetic cannabinoids marketed as candy. Cannabis Policy.
H.3524  HD.619 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3524) of Hannah Kane and others to legislation to revive and continue the special commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving. Cannabis Policy.
H.3527  HD.3754 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3527) of Hannah Kane and others relative to siting of marijuana establishments. Cannabis Policy.
H.3528  HD.3948 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3528) of Hannah Kane and others relative to possession and consumption of marijuana or marijuana accessories. Cannabis Policy.
H.3533  HD.2407 By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3533) of David K. Muradian, Jr. and others relative to prohibiting the classification of marijuana from being linked to the federal scheduling system. Cannabis Policy.
H.3544  HD.2076 By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3544) of Aaron Vega and others relative to the cultivation of cannabis and industrial hemp on land with agricultural preservation restrictions. Cannabis Policy.
H.3546  HD.2905 By Mr. LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3546) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf and others for legislation to establish an online portal that serves as a single, unified entry point for small business owners to access and complete initial and ongoing state services and requirements in relation to the creation or ongoing operation of a small business located in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.
H.3549  HD.110 By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3549) of John J. Mahoney and others for legislation to promote economic development and market access for emerging breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.3561  HD.2392 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3561) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to limiting employer medical assistance contributions. Health Care Financing.
H.3569  HD.3706 By Ms. Sullivan of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3569) of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to penalties for persons confined to correctional facilities who commit assault or assault and battery by means of dangerous weapons upon officers, other employees, volunteers or employees of contractors. The Judiciary.
H.3580  HD.2402 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3580) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to property tax exemptions for certain disabled veterans. Revenue.
H.3603  HD.668 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3603) of Michael J. Soter and others for legislation to further regulate dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.3605  HD.1946 By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3605) of Shawn Dooley, Michael J. Soter and Joseph D. McKenna relative to establishing income reviews for residents of affordable housing. Housing.
H.3613  HD.1591 By Mr. Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3613) of Frank A. Moran and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to authorize the Municipal Police Training Committee to provide instructions for proper interaction of police officers with school age youths during traffic stops and other in-person encounters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3616  HD.1715 By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3616) of Mathew J. Muratore and others relative to providing for an exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax for certain armed forces medal recipients. Revenue.
H.3646  HD.1206 By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3646) of David F. DeCoste and Joseph D. McKenna relative to property owners' right to ban the growing of medical marijuana. Cannabis Policy.
H.3657  HD.3524 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3657) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal. The Judiciary.
H.3672  HD.3099 By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3672) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to event data recorders in autonomous vehicles. Transportation.
H.3673  HD.3603 By Ms. Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3673) of Susannah M. Whipps and others relative to increasing the penalties for passing stopped school buses. Transportation.
H.3704  HD.3616 By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3704) of Hannah Kane and others relative to establishing a minimum age requirement for entry into cannabis-related events, conferences, forums and exhibitions. Cannabis Policy.
H.3708  HD.1816 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3708) of Peter J. Durant, Joseph D. McKenna and Shaunna L. O'Connell relative to limiting the salaries of executives in non-profit organizations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.3812  HD.3167 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3812) of James Arciero and others relative to the student loan debt relief tax credit. Revenue.
H.3835  HD.1130 By Representative Garlick of Needham and Senator Finegold, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3835) of Denise C. Garlick, Barry R. Finegold and others relative to the employment of human service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.3882  HD.2585 By Representatives DeCoste of Norwell and Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3882) of David F. DeCoste, Colleen M. Garry and others relative to victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense. The Judiciary.
H.3885  HD.1320 By Mr. Crocker of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3885) of William L. Crocker, Jr., and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to police career pay incentives. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3895  HD.1807 By Mr. Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3895) of John Barrett, III and others relative to regional transit authority funding. Transportation.
H.4136  HD.4469 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to prohibiting registered sex offenders from changing names. The Judiciary.
H.4148  HD.4492 By Mr. Barrett of North Adams, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John Barrett, III and others relative to municipal access to utility poles located in municipal rights-of-way. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.4267  An Act regulating central service technicians
H.4268  An Act to create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council
H.4274  HD.4552 By Mr. Soter of Bellingham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael J. Soter and others for legislation to further regulate eligibility for medical use marijuana. Cannabis Policy.
H.4298  An Act to provide increased access to hearing aids
H.4340  An Act authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
H.4359  HD.4731 By Messrs. Jones of North Reading and Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Richard M. Haggerty and others for legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to issue distinctive registration plates for Medal of Liberty recipients. Transportation.
H.4416  relative to additional inspectors; inspector engaging in plumbing or gas fitting work
H.4418  An Act relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses
H.4426  An Act relative to carbon monoxide alarms in schools
H.4433  An Act concerning genocide education
H.4465  An Act relative to the conservation land tax credit
H.4466  An Act to establish the family caregiver tax credit
H.4472  An Act rescinding the effect of IRC 280E on businesses legally selling marijuana
H.4485  An Act relative to the Massachusetts foster care review unit
H.4513  HD.4687 By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David F. DeCoste and others for legislation to establish a Massachusetts Cold War victory medal. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.4565  HD.4705 By Messrs. McMurtry of Dedham and Donato of Medford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry, Paul J. Donato and others relative to room and board costs for au pairs under certain provisions of the domestic workers rights law. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.4609  An Act relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal
H.4611  HD.4927 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James Arciero and others relative to creating a presumption of job relatedness for certain public safety personnel and first responders suffering from incapacitation or inability to perform their duties as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection or exposure. Public Service.
H.4642  An Act relative to student data privacy
H.4944  HD.5187 By Mr. Barrett of North Adams, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John Barrett, III and others relative to the expungement of racially restrictive covenants in recorded real property documents. The Judiciary.
H.4993  Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4340). September 24, 2020.
H.5008  Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3938) [Local Approval Received]. September 28, 2020.
H.5172  An Act authorizing the town of Webster to grant additional liquor licenses
H.592  HD.2516 By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 592) of Diane Splitz and others for legislation to require parental consent prior to out-of-school-district referrals and student surveys regarding personal or private issues . Education. This bill is by request. *
* — Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.