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Acushnet

H.1409
An Act amending the charter of the town of Acushnet to eliminate the residency requirement for town administrator By Representative Koczera of New Bedford and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1409) of Robert M. Koczera and Mark C. Montigny (by vote of the town) relative to amending the charter of the town of Acushnet to eliminate the residency requirement for town administrator. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Amherst

H.3745
An Act authorizing local voting rights for legal permanent resident non-citizens residing in Amherst By Mr. Goldstein-Rose of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3745) of Solomon Goldstein-Rose (by vote of the town) that the town of Amherst be authorized to enter the names of legal permanent resident noncitizens to the list of voters established by the town clerk of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Athol

S.1418
An Act relative to the provision of group health insurance benefits in the town of Athol By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1418) of Anne M. Gobi and Susannah M. Whipps (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the provision of group health insurance benefits in the town of Athol. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Barnstable

H.3673
An Act to revise the town of Barnstable sewer regulations By Mr. Crocker of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3673) of William L. Crocker, Jr., Randy Hunt and Timothy R. Whelan (by vote of the town) relative to the sewer construction and private way maintenance and improvement fund in the town of Barnstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3706
An Act proposing for certain charter amendments for the town of Barnstable By Mr. Crocker of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3706) of William L. Crocker, Jr., Timothy R. Whelan and Randy Hunt (by vote of the town) that the town of Barnstable be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Boston

H.1363
An Act relative to the retirement classification of Boston school police officers By Mr. Cullinane of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1363) of Daniel Cullinane (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the retirement classification of Boston school police officers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1636
An Act relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1636) of Chynah Tyler and others relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1943
An Act updating veterans’ burial expenses By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1943) of Chynah Tyler and others relative to burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs. [Local Approval Received.]
H.968
An Act promoting homelessness prevention in Massachusetts By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 968) of Chynah Tyler and others relative to court actions by lessors of land or tenements used for residential purposes and the right to counsel in housing and eviction cases. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]
H.353
An Act to establish election day registration By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 353) of Jennifer E. Benson and others for legislation to establish election day voter registration. Election Laws.
H.1113
An Act regarding the terms of office for City Councillors By Mr. Ryan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1113) of Daniel J. Ryan and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the terms of office for Boston city councillors. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.389
An Act relative to election procedures in the city of Boston By Mr. Ryan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 389) of Daniel J. Ryan and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to election procedures in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2243
An Act relative to certain affordable housing in the East Boston section of the city of Boston By Mr. Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2243) of Adrian Madaro and others relative to redevelopment of the affordable housing project known as Clippership in the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2207
An Act relative to women’s health By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2207) of Chynah Tyler and others relative to women’s health and health care coverage for long acting reversible contraceptives. Financial Services. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3537
An Act to increase residency preference for appointment at Boston Police Department and Boston Fire Department to three years By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3537) of Daniel J. Hunt and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to increase residency preference for appointment at the Boston Police Department and the Boston Fire Department to three years. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3460
An Act regarding the composition of the Boston Arts Commission By Representative Collins of Boston and Senator Forry, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3460) of Nick Collins (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the composition of the Boston Arts Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3672
An Act relative to election nomination petitions in the city of Boston By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3672) of Angelo M. Scaccia, Sal N. DiDomenico and Daniel J. Ryan (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to nomination petitions for elections in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3540
An Act relative to certain affordable housing in the south end section of the city of Boston By Mr. Rushing of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3540) of Byron Rushing (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to redevelopment of the affordable housing project known as West Newton-Rutland-East Springfield public housing in the South End section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3541
An Act to restore Boston's governmentally-involved housing protection By Mr. Rushing of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3541) of Byron Rushing and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to regulate rent for the use or occupancy of certain governmentally-involved housing in said city. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3759
An Act relative to expanding access to high quality early education in Boston By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins and Daniel J. Hunt (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to fund early education programs through a certain surcharge. Education. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3542
An Act authorizing the city of Boston to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3542) of Nick Collins, Daniel J. Hunt and Linda Dorcena Forry (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to issue 12 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 3 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3727
An Act Directing the City of Boston Police Department to Waive the Maximum Age Requirement for Police Officers for James Anthony Verderico, Jr By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3727) of Daniel J. Hunt (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Anthony Verderico, Jr., as police officer, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3749
An Act protecting sunlight and promoting economic development in the city of Boston By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3749) of Aaron Michlewitz and Joseph A. Boncore (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to shadows cast by certain structures in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Boxford

S.2035
An Act to provide property tax exemptions for certain nonprofit senior housing in Boxford By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2035) of Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) for legislation to provide property tax exemptions for certain nonprofit senior housing in Boxford. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Boylston

H.1429
An Act authorizing the town of Boylston to continue the employment of police chief Anthony Sahagian By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1429) of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. (by vote of the town) that the town of Boylston be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Anthony Sahagian. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1120
An Act authorizing the town of Boylston to sell a portion of a certain town property By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1120) of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. (by vote of the town) that the town of Boylston be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Braintree

S.2068
An Act authorizing the city known as the Town of Braintree to continue the employment of Paul J. Shastany as chief of police By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2068) of John F. Keenan and Mark J. Cusack (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city known as the Town of Braintree to continue the employment of Paul J. Shastany as chief of police. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Brewster

H.2634
An Act providing local aid enhancement for the town of Brewster By Representatives Peake of Provincetown and Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2634) of Sarah K. Peake, Timothy R. Whelan and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax in the town of Brewster. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Brockton

S.2040
An Act relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2040) of Michael D. Brady, Gerard Cassidy, Claire D. Cronin and Michelle M. DuBois (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Burlington

H.3536
An Act authorizing the town of Burlington to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses By Representative Gordon of Bedford and Senator Donnelly, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3536) of Kenneth I. Gordon (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Burlington to grant six additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and two additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2789
An Act relative to the town of Burlington representative town meeting form of government By Representative Gordon of Bedford and Senator Donnelly, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2789) of Kenneth I. Gordon (by vote of the town) relative to the eligibility of town meeting members to hold other elected positions in town government of the town of Burlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Cambridge

H.1100
An Act authorizing the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for park, playground or recreation for other municipal purposes By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1100) of Marjorie C. Decker and Mike Connolly (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for park, playground or recreation uses for school purposes and for installation of sub surface geothermal wells. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Carlisle

H.3699
An Act relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Carlisle By Ms. Atkins of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3699) of Cory Atkins (by vote of town) that the town of Carlisle be authorized to recall certain elected officials of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Charlemont

H.2623
An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services By Representative Mark of Peru and Senator Hinds, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2623) of Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Charlemont be authorized to establish a tax on commercial recreational activities. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Charlton

S.1535
An Act authorizing the town of Charlton to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1535) of Anne M. Gobi (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Charlton to impose an additional excise tax on gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Chatham

H.2635
An Act relative to boat excise tax revenue for the Chatham waterfront By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2635) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Chatham be authorized to use revenue from the boat excise tax for waterway improvement fund purposes. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2374
An Act relative to the prevailing wage in the town of Chatham By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2374) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Chatham be exempt from complying with certain labor law requirements. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]

Chelmsford

H.3750
An Act authorizing the town of Chelmsford to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3750) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Chelmsford be authorized to issue ten additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Chicopee

H.2781
An Act authorizing the city of Chicopee to lease a certain building By Representative Wagner of Chicopee and Senator Welch, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2781) of Joseph F. Wagner and James T. Welch (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Chicopee be authorized to lease a certain building in said city for a term of twenty-five years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Concord

H.1097
An Act to amend the town charter of Concord By Representative Atkins of Concord and Senator Barrett, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1097) of Cory Atkins and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the town charter of Concord. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Dalton

H.3774
An Act providing for the appointment of members of the Dalton Redevelopment Authority By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3774) of Paul W. Mark and Adam G. Hinds (by vote of the town) that the town manager of the town of Dalton be authorized to appoint and remove members of the Dalton Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Danvers

H.3763
An Act authorizing the Town of Danvers to grant up to ten additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages By Representative Speliotis of Danvers and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3763) of Theodore C. Speliotis and Joan B. Lovely (by vote of the town) that the town of Danvers be authorized to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Dedham

H.2672
An Act authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land known as Marie-Louise Kehoe Park to the town of Dedham By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2672) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land known as Marie-Louise Kehoe Park to the town of Dedham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2786
An Act authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2786) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Dedham be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Dennis

H.3201
An Act authorizing the town of Dennis to impose a local sales tax on certain sales of medical marijuana By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3201) of Timothy R. Whelan that the town of Dennis be authorized to impose a local sales tax on the sale of medical marijuana. Marijuana Policy. [Local Approval Required.]

Dracut

H.3466
An Act authorizing the town of Dracut to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverage not to be drunk on the premises By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3466) of Colleen M. Garry and Barbara A. L'Italien (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Dracut to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverage not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2817
An Act authorizing the town of Dracut to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2817) of Colleen M. Garry and Barbara A. L'Italien (by vote of the town) that the town of Dracut be authorized to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

East Bridgewater

H.1505
An Act relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater By Mr. Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1505) of Geoff Diehl (by vote of the town) relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.402
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of East Bridgewater By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 402) of Walter F. Timilty, Michael D. Brady and Michelle M. DuBois (by vote of the town) for legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of East Bridgewater. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Eastham

H.2423
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Eastham By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2423) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter of the town of Eastham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Essex

S.2077
An Act relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2077) of Bruce E. Tarr and Ann-Margaret Ferrante (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Fairhaven

H.3513
An Act relative to the town administrator in the town of Fairhaven By Representative Straus of Mattapoisett and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3513) of William M. Straus and Mark C. Montigny (by vote of the town) that the town of Fairhaven be authorized to further clarify the duties and responsibilities of the town administrator . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Fall River

H.960
An Act relative to enforcement of condominium laws By Mr. Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 960) of Alan Silvia and others relative to the enforcement of condominium laws. The Judiciary.
H.1448
An Act providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to elderly governmental retirees By Mr. Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1448) of Alan Silvia and others relative to providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to certain retirees. Public Service.
H.317
An Act requiring hand sanitizer dispensers in schools By Mr. Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 317) of Alan Silvia and others for legislation to require hand sanitizer dispensers in schools. Education.
H.318
An Act relative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material By Mr. Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 318) of Alan Silvia and others for legislation to include instructions on the dangers and negative consequences of distributing sexually explicit visual material in human sexuality curriculum. Education.
H.661
An Act providing for safe, decent and sanitary housing for recipients of the HomeBASE program By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 661) of Carole A. Fiola and others relative to quality standards for the use of HomeBASE funds, so-called, under the Department of Housing and Community Development. Housing.
H.254
An Act relative to criminal record checks for school referees By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 254) of Carole A. Fiola and others relative to criminal record checks for officials, referees and umpires officiating at school athletic events. Education.
H.662
An Act authorizing certain cities and towns to use the Community Preservation Fund for market rate housing By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 662) of Carole A. Fiola and others for legislation to allow certain cities and towns to use the Community Preservation Fund for market rate housing. Housing.
H.523
An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 523) of Carole A. Fiola and others for legislation to require certain healthcare carriers to share accountability with providers for uncollectible patient obligations after insurance. Financial Services.
H.1156
An Act relative to postpartum depression screening By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1156) of Carole A. Fiola and others that the Division of Medical Assistance be directed to provide coverage for screenings for postpartum depression. Public Health.
H.2031
An Act providing for alternatives to fines for failure to send By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2031) of Carole A. Fiola, Paul A. Schmid, III and Alan Silvia relative to providing for alternative penalties for failure to send children to school. Education.
H.2790
An Act directing the Fall River Retirement Board to pay a certain retirement benefit to the surviving spouse of Adam Franco By Representative Fiola of Fall River and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2790) of Carole A. Fiola and Michael J. Rodrigues (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Fall River Retirement Board be authorized to pay certain retirement benefits to the surviving spouse of Adam Franco. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Foxborough

H.76
An Act to authorize the town of Foxborough to establish additional mandated reporters in the town of Foxborough for the purposes of the protection and care of children By Representative Barrows of Mansfield and Senator Timilty, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 76) of F. Jay Barrows (by vote of the town) that the town of Foxborough be authorized to establish additional mandated reporters for the purposes of the protection and care of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities. [Local Approval Received.]

Framingham

H.1121
An Act regarding town meeting articles in the town of Framingham By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1121) of Chris Walsh and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Framingham be authorized to amend town meeting articles of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Franklin

H.3458
An Act authorizing the conveyance of Article 97 land to the city known as the town of Franklin By Representative Roy of Franklin and Senator Spilka, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jeffrey N. Roy, Richard J. Ross and Karen E. Spilka (with the approval of the town council) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land to the city known as the town of Franklin for landfill capping, solid waste transfer station and recycling center purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3785
An Act authorizing the city known as the town of Franklin to establish a local agricultural commission with limited authority By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3785) of Jeffrey N. Roy, Richard J. Ross and Karen E. Spilka (by vote of the town) that the city known as the town of Franklin be authorized to establish a local agricultural commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Great Barrington

H.3702
An Act authorizing the town of Great Barrington to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel By Representative Pignatelli of Lenox and Senator Hinds, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3702) of William Smitty Pignatelli and Adam G. Hinds (by vote of the town) that the town of Great Barrington be authorized to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Greenfield

H.2705
An Act establishing a municipal light commission in the city known as the town of Greenfield By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2705) of Paul W. Mark, Carlos Gonzalez and John H. Rogers (with the approval of the mayor and town council) for legislation to establish a municipal light commission in the town of Greenfield . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2778
An Act relative to elections in the city known as the town of Greenfield By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2778) of Paul W. Mark and Carlos Gonzalez (with the approval of the mayor and town council) that the town council and the school committee of the city known as the town of Greenfield be authorized to submit certain measures to the voters of said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Harvard

H.3771
An Act relative to the payment of prevailing wages on projects in the town of Harvard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3771) of Jennifer E. Benson (by vote of the town) that the town of Harvard be exempt from certain labor law requirements. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3772
An Act relative to the authority of the town administrator of the town of Harvard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3772) of Jennifer E. Benson (by vote of the town) relative to the authority of the town administrator in the town of Harvard. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3773
An Act relative to the payment of bills of prior fiscal years by the town of Harvard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3773) of Jennifer E. Benson (by vote of the town) that the town of Harvard be authorized to pay certain bills from prior fiscal years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Harwich

H.2636
An Act relative to a senior exemption for the town of Harwich By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2636) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to a senior property tax exemption for the town of Harwich . Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Hingham

S.22
An Act authorizing the trustees of the bathing beach in the town of Hingham to enter into a lease for the operation of the bathhouse facility and surrounding grounds By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 22) of Patrick M. O'Connor (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to a lease for the bathing beach bathhouse facility and surrounding grounds located on Otis Street in Hingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Holden

H.2891
An Act relative to retroactive capital reimbursement for a certain nursing facility By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2891) of John J. Mahoney and others relative to providing retroactive capital reimbursement for a certain nursing facility in the town of Holden. Elder Affairs.

Holyoke

H.3459
An Act relative to the prevailing wage in the city of Holyoke By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3459) of Aaron Vega and Donald F. Humason, Jr. (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to prevailing wages in the city of Holyoke. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]

Hubbardston

S.1135
An Act authorizing the town of Hubbardston to convey a certain parcel of land By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1135) of Anne M. Gobi and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Hubbardston to exchange of a parcel of land located on Ragged Hill Road for a parcel of land located on Gardner Road. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hull

S.2086
An Act exempting the position of police captain in the Town of Hull from the provisions of the civil service law By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2086) of Patrick M. O'Connor (by vote of the town) for legislation to exempt the position of police captain in the Town of Hull from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Lakeville

H.2780
An Act establishing the department of inspectional services and permitting in the town of Lakeville By Representative Orrall of Lakeville and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2780) of Keiko M. Orrall and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) that the town of Lakeville be authorized to establish a department of inspectional services and permitting for said town . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Lancaster

H.3217
An Act relative to the Lancaster sewer district By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3217) of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. relative to the Lancaster sewer district. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Lee

H.3707
An Act authorizing the town of Lee to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel By Representative Pignatelli of Lenox and Senator Hinds, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3707) of William Smitty Pignatelli and Adam G. Hinds (by vote of the town) that the town of Lee be authorized to establish a local excise on the sale of gasoline and diesel fuels. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Leominster

S.1132
An Act authorizing the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill By Ms. Flanagan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1132) of Jennifer L. Flanagan (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Leyden

H.3449
An Act authorizing the town of Leyden to continue employment of police chief Daniel J. Galvis By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3449) of Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Leyden be authorized to continue the employment of Daniel J. Galvis, chief of the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Lincoln

H.3692
An Act authorizing the town of Lincoln to transfer certain landfill property in exchange for dedication of conservation land By Mr. Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3692) of Thomas M. Stanley and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lincoln be authorized to exchange certain parcels of conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3693
An Act relative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Lincoln deed restricted as affordable housing By Mr. Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3693) of Thomas M. Stanley and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that the town of Lincoln be authorized to establish property tax exemptions for certain affordable accessory apartments. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Lowell

S.1125
An Act amending the charter of the City of Lowell By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1125) of Eileen M. Donoghue (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to amend the charter of the City of Lowell. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3654
An Act authorizing the City of Lowell to use certain municipal land for school purposes By Mr. Nangle of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David M. Nangle and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Lowell be authorized to use a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell and the town of Tewksbury for the construction of a public high school and other school related purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3747
An Act amending Chapter 71, Section 89 of the General Laws as it applies to the city of Lowell By Mr. Nangle of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3747) of David M. Nangle and others (by vote of the town) relative to the reimbursement of charter school tuitions for the city of Lowell. Education. [Local Approval Received.]

Lynnfield

H.1852
An Act relative to train culverts in the town of Lynnfield By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1852) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Sheila C. Harrington and Thomas M. McGee (by vote of the town) relative to train culverts in the town of Lynnfield. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]

Mansfield

H.1327
An Act authorizing the appointing authority of the town of Mansfield to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the police department of said town By Representative Barrows of Mansfield and Senator Timilty, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1327) of F. Jay Barrows and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Mansfield be authorized to institute appropriate recruitment procedures for police cadets in said town, notwithstanding certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Marlborough

H.2782
An Act exempting all positions in the fire department of the city of Marlborough from the civil service law By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2782) of Danielle W. Gregoire and Carmine L. Gentile (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt all positions in the fire department of said city from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Marshfield

H.1098
An Act authorizing the town of Marshfield to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1098) of James M. Cantwell and Patrick M. O'Connor (by vote of the town) that the town of Marshfield be authorized to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Methuen

H.3674
An Act relative to the waiver of a certain provision of the Methuen home rule charter By Mr. Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3674) of Frank A. Moran and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Methuen be authorized to appoint Sean Fountain to the position of permanent intermittent police officer, notwithstanding the provisions of the charter of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Middlefield

H.1119
An Act authorizing the appointment of a superintendent of streets in the town of Middlefield By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1119) of Stephen Kulik and Adam G. Hinds (by vote of the town) that the town of Middlefield be authorized to appoint a superintendent of streets for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Middleton

H.3725
An Act relative to the Middleton town charter By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3725) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Bruce E. Tarr and Theodore C. Speliotis (by vote of the town) that the town of Middleton be authorized to elect a moderator for a term of three years and change the annual town meeting day to the third Tuesday in May. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Milford

H.3764
An Act establishing representative town meetings By Mr. Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3764) of Brian Murray and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the town of Milford be authorized to add the positions of town administrator and finance director as town meeting members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3762
An Act establishing an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises By Mr. Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3762) of Brian Murray and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the town of Milford be authorized 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.3784
An Act establishing the town of Milford to authorize appointed water commissioners By Mr. Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3784) of Brian Murray and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the town of Milford be authorized to acquire the Milford Water Company, appoint a board of water commissioners and contract with a water department manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Millbury

H.3739
An Act authorizing the town of Millbury to issue an additional liquor license By Representative Frost of Auburn and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3739) of Paul K. Frost and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) that the town of Millbury be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Millis

H.1106
An Act authorizing the town of Millis to transfer a certain parcel of park land By Representative Linsky of Natick and Senator Ross, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1106) of David Paul Linsky, Richard J. Ross and Shawn Dooley (by vote of the town) relative to authorizing the town of Millis to transfer certain recreation property in exchange for dedication of conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1452
An Act exempting certain positions in the police department of the town of Millis from the civil service law By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1452) of Richard J. Ross, David Paul Linsky and Shawn Dooley (by vote of the town) for legislation to exempt certain positions in the police department in the town of Millis from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Milton

S.24
An Act authorizing the town of Milton to establish a special purpose stabilization fund By Mr. Walter F. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 24) of Walter F. Timilty and William Driscoll (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Milton to establish a special purpose stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Nantucket

S.411
An Act prohibiting the use of mobile gear in certain waters off the coast of the town of Nantucket By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 411) of Julian Cyr, Peter H. Kaizer and Dylan Fernandes for legislation to prohibit the use of mobile gear in certain waters off the coast of the town of Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2794
An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing By Representative Fernandes of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2794) of Dylan Fernandes and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Nantucket be authorized to impose real estate transfer fees for certain housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3761
An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket to supply itself and its inhabitants with water By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Dylan Fernandes (by vote of the town) relative to the water supply in the town of Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3701
An Act amending the act authorizing affordable housing convenants in the town of Nantucket By Representative Fernandes of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3701) of Dylan Fernandes (by vote of the town) that the town of Nantucket be authorized to designate the Nantucket Housing Authority as the agency authorized to create, administer and enforce Nantucket housing needs covenants. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Newburyport

S.2024
An Act relative to a regional veterans' services district in Essex County By Ms. O'Connor Ives, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2024) of Kathleen O'Connor Ives (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to a regional veterans' services district in Essex County. Veterans and Federal Affairs. [Local Approval Received.]

North Adams

H.1656
An Act creating the state guarantee fund for default on public construction surety bond payments By Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1656) of Gailanne M. Cariddi and Michelle M. DuBois for legislation to establish the public construction surety bond state guarantee fund. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Norwood

H.3748
An Act relative to the town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood By Representative Rogers of Norwood and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3748) of John H. Rogers and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) relative to the appointment of the positions of town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Orleans

H.2132
An Act relative to abating a public nuisance on Cedar Pond in the town of Orleans By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2132) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Orleans be authorized to abate public nuisances at Cedar Pond in said town caused by cormorants perching on the transmission lines. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2375
An Act relative to the development of certain land in the town of Orleans By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2375) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the restoration of the Old Firehouse in the town of Orleans be exempt from certain provisions of the prevailing wage laws. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3741
An Act authorizing the town of Orleans to enter into contracts for a sewer works system and operation By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3741) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Orleans be authorized to enter into contracts for a sewer works system. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Oxford

H.3746
An Act amending the charter of the town of Oxford to elect 3 members of the housing authority By Messrs. McKenna of Webster and Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3746) of Joseph D. McKenna and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the town of Oxford be authorized to change the composition of the membership of the housing board of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Palmer

S.2051
An Act authorizing the town of Palmer to issue one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 4279 Church street By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2051) of Anne M. Gobi and Todd M. Smola (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Palmer to issue one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 4279 Church street. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Peabody

H.2787
An Act authorizing the city of Peabody to grant 20 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Walsh of Peabody and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2787) of Thomas P. Walsh, Joan B. Lovely and Theodore C. Speliotis (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Peabody be authorized to grant twenty licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Pittsfield

H.3538
An Act authorizing the city of Pittsfield to prohibit heavy commercial vehicles on Hancock Road By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3538) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Pittsfield be authorized to prohibit the use of certain commercial vehicles on Hancock Road. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]

Plymouth

S.2085
An Act authorizing the town of Plymouth to exchange a parcel of land held for conservation purposes for a parcel of land in the town of Plymouth By Mr. deMacedo, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2085) of Viriato M. deMacedo and Mathew Muratore (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Plymouth to exchange a parcel of land held for conservation purposes for a parcel of land in the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Provincetown

H.2637
An Act authorizing the town of Provincetown to apply the local option room occupancy excise to all seasonal rental properties in the town By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2637) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Provincetown be authorized to impose a room occupancy excise tax on vacation rental properties in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2638
An Act authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2638) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Provincetown be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2639
An Act increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2639) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Reading

H.3732
An Act ratifying and validating the adoption of a marijuana establishment prohibition in the town of Reading By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3732) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Jason M. Lewis and James J. Dwyer (by vote of the town) that the town of Reading be authorized to prohibit marijuana establishments other than registered medical marijuana dispensaries. Marijuana Policy. [Local Approval Received.]

Rehoboth

H.1102
An Act authorizing the town of Rehoboth to transfer a conservation easement on a certain parcel of land By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1102) of Steven S. Howitt (by vote of the town) that the town of Rehoboth be authorized to convey a certain parcel of town owned land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Salem

H.2793
An Act authorizing the City of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2793) of Paul Tucker and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Sandwich

H.3711
An Act relative to the assessment of betterments for improvements to private ways in the town of Sandwich By Representative Hunt of Sandwich and Senator deMacedo, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3711) of Randy Hunt and Viriato M. deMacedo (by vote of the town) that the town of Sandwich be authorized to establish a betterments assessment fund for improvements to private ways. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Seekonk

H.2087
An Act relative to establishing a charter commission By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2087) of Steven S. Howitt (by vote of the town) that the town of Seekonk be authorized to hold an election for the purpose of voting to seat a charter commission for said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Shrewsbury

S.731
An Act relative to affordable housing in the town of Shrewsbury By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 731) of Michael O. Moore and Hannah Kane (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to affordable housing in the town of Shrewsbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2795
An Act relative to the town manager of the town of Shrewsbury By Representative Kane of Shrewsbury and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2795) of Hannah Kane and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) relative to residency requirements of the town manager of the town of Shrewsbury. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Somerville

S.1139
An Act authorizing the City of Somerville to borrow funds to pay certain costs of the Green Line Extension By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1139) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Christine P. Barber, Denise Provost and Mike Connolly (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Somerville to borrow funds to pay costs of the Green Line Extension. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2788
An Act granting the city of Somerville the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2788) of Christine P. Barber and others (with the approval of the mayor and board of aldermen) that the city of Somerville be authorized to impose municipal reviews on institutional master plans of certain institutional facilities. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Southborough

H.3717
An Act authorizing the Southborough Board of Selectmen to enter into a land exchange agreement with St. Mark's School, Inc By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3717) of Carolyn C. Dykema and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town of Southbrough be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to St. Mark's School, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Springfield

H.824
An Act relative to regulations requiring secure videotaping of the booking process of state police arrestees By Mr. Gonzalez of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 824) of Carlos Gonzalez and others relative to requiring the video or digital recording of statements made by all parties participating in the booking process of persons arrested by state police officers. The Judiciary.

Sudbury

H.366
An Act establishing a remote voting system for town meeting in the town of Sudbury By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 366) of Carmine L. Gentile, James B. Eldridge and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) that certain disabled residents in the town of Sudbury be authorized to vote remotely by telephone. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Sutton

S.1131
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Sutton By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1131) of Ryan C. Fattman and Joseph D. McKenna (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the charter of the town of Sutton. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Taunton

S.2034
An Act authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Taunton By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2034) of Marc R. Pacheco, Patricia A. Haddad and Keiko M. Orrall (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Taunton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Templeton

S.2065
An Act validating actions taken by the town of Templeton at the annual town meeting held on May 14, 2016 Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Article II, Section 8 of Article LXXXIX of the Amendments to the Constitution) recommending legislation relative to validating the actions taken by the town of Templeton at the annual town meeting held on May 14, 2016.
S.2064
An Act validating actions taken by the town of Templeton at the special town meeting held on November 9, 2015 Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Article II, Section 8 of Article LXXXIX of the Amendments to the Constitution) recommending legislation relative to validating actions taken by the town of Templeton at the annual town meeting held on November 9, 2015.

Truro

H.2424
An Act authorizing the town of Truro to convey a perpetual trail easement on conservation land to Truro conservation trust By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2424) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (with the approval of the mayor and town council) that the town of Truro be authorized to convey a perpetual trail easement on conservation land to Truro Conservation Trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2640
An Act approving the application by the town of Truro of the local option room occupancy excise to seasonal rental properties in the town of Truro By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2640) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to seasonal rental properties in the town of Truro. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Upton

H.3726
An Act relative to the employment contract for the Director of Public Works in the town of Upton By Representative Muradian of Grafton and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3726) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) that the town of Upton be authorized to enter into an employment contract with the director of public works for up to three years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Uxbridge

S.2069
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge By Mr. Fattman (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2069) of Kevin J. Kuros (by vote of the town) for legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Ware

H.1450
An Act authorizing the town of Ware to exempt David A. Powers from the maximum age requirement for applying for Civil Service appointment as a firefighter By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1450) of Todd M. Smola, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and Anne M. Gobi (by vote of the town) relative to the appointment of David A. Powers to the position of fire fighter in the town of Ware, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Wareham

S.1152
An Act authorizing the town of Wareham to lease certain land By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1152) of Marc R. Pacheco and Susan Williams Gifford (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Wareham to lease certain land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2242
An Act authorizing the Board of Appeals of the town of Wareham to include certain manufactured housing units in the determination of the percentage of low or moderate income housing units By Ms. Gifford of Wareham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2242) of Susan Williams Gifford (by vote of the town) that the town of Wareham be authorized to include certain manufactured housing units in the determination of the percentage of low or moderate income housing units. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Warren

S.1420
An Act authorizing the town of Warren to continue the employment of Dennis Desrosiers By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1420) of Anne M. Gobi and Todd M. Smola (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Warren to continue the employment of Dennis Desrosiers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Watertown

H.3689
An Act authorizing the City known as the Town of Watertown to pay the funeral and burial expenses of firefighter Joseph Toscano By Messrs. Hecht of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3689) of Jonathan Hecht, John J. Lawn, Jr., and William N. Brownsberger (with the approval of the town council) that the city known as the town of Watertown be authorized to pay certain funeral and burial expenses of Joseph Toscano. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Wayland

H.3700
An Act authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in the town of Wayland By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3700) of Carmine L. Gentile and Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Wayland be authorized to establish voting rights for permanent resident aliens. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Webster

H.3781
An Act releasing a restriction on certain property in the town of Webster By Representative McKenna of Webster and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joseph D. McKenna and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release a restriction on a certain property in the town of Webster. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Wellesley

H.3724
An Act relative to the other post employment benefits trust fund of the town of Wellesley By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3724) of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Cynthia S. Creem and Richard J. Ross (by vote of the town) relative to the other post-employment benefits trust fund of the town of Wellesley. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Wellfleet

H.2641
An Act relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax to seasonal rental properties in the town of Wellfleet By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2641) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Wellfleet be authorized to establish a room occupancy tax on vacation rentals. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

West Boylston

H.1433
An Act relative to the position of director of public works in the town of West Boylston By Representative O'Day of West Boylston and Senator Chandler, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1433) of James J. O'Day and Harriette L. Chandler (by vote of the town) relative to the position of director of public works in the town of West Boylston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3015
An Act relative to affordable housing in the town of West Boylston By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3015) of James J. O'Day and Daniel M. Donahue (by vote of the town) relative to affordable housing in the town of West Boylston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

West Newbury

S.2067
An Act establishing a town manager in the town of West Newbury By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2067) of Bruce E. Tarr and Leonard Mirra (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a town manager in the town of West Newbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Westborough

H.3688
An Act authorizing the town of Westborough to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3688) of Danielle W. Gregoire and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Westborough be authorized to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Westford

H.3737
An Act authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license By Representative Arciero of Westford and Senator Donoghue, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3737) of James Arciero and Eileen M. Donoghue (by vote of the town) that the town of Westford be authorized to issue 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.3738
An Act authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license By Representative Arciero of Westford and Senator Donoghue, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3738) of James Arciero and Eileen M. Donoghue (by vote of the town) that the town of Westford be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Westport

H.1114
An Act authorizing the town of Westport to convey a non-exclusive access easement in a portion of town property at 493 Old County Road to benefit 497 Old County Road By Representative Schmid of Westport and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1114) of Paul A. Schmid, III and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) relative to authorizing the town of Westport to convey a non-exclusive access easement in a portion of certain town property. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Woburn

H.2779
An Act relative to the traffic commission in the city of Woburn By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2779) of James J. Dwyer and Jay R. Kaufman (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to effective dates of rules and regulations established by the traffic commission of the city of Woburn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Wrentham

S.23
An Act authorizing the town of Wrentham to grant 9 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 23) of Richard J. Ross and Shawn Dooley (by vote of the town) for legislation to grant 9 additional licenses to the town of Wrentham for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

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