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Acton

H.869
An Act relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Acton By Representatives Sena of Acton and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 869) of Danillo A. Sena and Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Acton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.870
An Act granting the town of Acton the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representatives Sena of Acton and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 870) of Danillo A. Sena and Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) that the town of Acton be authorized to grant legal voting rights in municipal elections to town residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4167
An Act authorizing the town of Acton to establish a minimum charge for a checkout bag By Representatives Sena of Acton and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4167) of Danillo A. Sena and Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) that the town of Acton be authorized to establish a minimum charge for checkout bags in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4168
An Act authorizing the town of Acton to increase the residency limit for members of its police and fire departments By Representatives Sena of Acton and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4168) of Danillo A. Sena and Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) that the town of Acton be authorized to increase the residency limit for members of the police and fire departments of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4173
An Act amending the special legislation establishing the Acton Memorial Library By Representatives Sena of Acton and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4173) of Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the special legislation establishing the Acton Memorial Library in the town of Acton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Acushnet

H.2341
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Acushnet By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2341) of Mark D. Sylvia, Mark C. Montigny and Steven J. Ouellette (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Acushnet. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Agawam

H.4380
An Act amending the charter of the city known as the town of Agawam to strike the reference to the board of appeals By Representative Finn of West Springfield and Senator Velis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4380) of Michael J. Finn and Nicholas A. Boldyga (with the approval of the town council) that the city known as the town of Agawam be authorized to strike the reference to the board of appeals in the city charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Amherst

H.4190
An Act authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the city known as the town of Amherst By Representative Domb of Amherst and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4190) of Mindy Domb and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the town council) that the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to extend local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4193
An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the city known as the town of Amherst By Representative Domb of Amherst and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4193) of Mindy Domb and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4189
An Act relative to the implementation of elements of the charter for the city known as the town of Amherst By Representative Domb of Amherst and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4189) of Mindy Domb and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the town council) relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Amherst. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Andover

S.2544
An Act relative to special town meetings petitioned for by residents of the town of Andover By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2544) of Barry R. Finegold (by vote of the town) relative to special town meetings petitioned for by residents of the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Arlington

H.4135
An Act amending the town manager act of Arlington relative to the appointment and management of the town clerk By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4135) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) relative to the appointment and management of the town clerk in the town of Arlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4223
An Act lowering the voting age in municipal elections in the town of Arlington By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4223) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) that the town of Arlington be authorized to grant legal voting rights in municipal elections to town residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4473
An Act authorizing the select board of the town of Arlington to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4473) of Sean Garballey and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) that the town of Arlington be authorized to place upon a town ballot a question to increase the number of licenses for all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4507
An Act authorizing William Pilleri to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the town of Arlington notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4507) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) that William Pilleri be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the town of Arlington notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4502
An Act amending the town manager act of the town of Arlington By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4502) of Sean Garballey, Cindy F. Friedman and David M. Rogers (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the town manager act of the town of Arlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4499
An Act authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Arlington By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4499) of Sean Garballey and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Arlington. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4571
An Act authorizing the town of Arlington to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4571) of Sean Garballey and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) that the town of Arlington be authorized to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4575
An Act amending the town of Arlington's means tested senior citizen property tax exemption By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4575) of Sean Garballey and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) that the town of Arlington be authorized to further regulate the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4574
An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Arlington By Representative Garballey of Arlington and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4574) of Sean Garballey and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Arlington. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Ashland

H.425
An Act authorizing the town of Ashland to grant additional liquor licenses for the sale of all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 425) of Jack Patrick Lewis (by vote of the town) that the town of Ashland be authorized to grant licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Athol

H.4228
An Act providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in manufactured housing parks in the town of Athol By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4228) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Athol be authorized to regulate rents for the use or occupancy of manufactured housing parks in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4401
An Act relative to certain special revolving funds in the town of Athol By Representative Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4401) of Susannah M. Whipps (by vote of the town) relative to certain special revolving funds in the town of Athol. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Attleboro

S.1859
An Act relative to the amendment of M.G.L. c.32, section 4(2)(b) and 4(2)(c), solely as they relate to the calculation of Walter L. Guertin's pension By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1859) of Paul R. Feeney (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the calculation of the pension of Walter L. Guertin. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.5299
An Act providing for the establishment of a board to oversee use and occupancy payments for manufactured housing community accommodations in the city of Attleboro, Massachusetts By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro and Senator Feeney, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James K. Hawkins (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the establishment of a board to oversee use and occupancy payments for manufactured housing community accommodations in the city of Attleboro. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Auburn

H.4585
An Act authorizing the town of Auburn to offer expanded senior property tax abatements By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4585) of Paul K. Frost and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) that the town of Auburn be authorized to offer expanded senior property tax abatements in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4754
An Act relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the Town of Auburn By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4754) of Paul K. Frost and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the town of Auburn. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Avon

H.2270
An Act authorizing the town of Avon to appoint a town clerk By Representative Galvin of Canton and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2270) of William C. Galvin and Michael D. Brady (by vote of the town) that the town of Avon be authorized to appoint a town clerk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.372
An Act authorizing an additional alcohol license in the town of Avon By Representative Galvin of Canton and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 372) of William C. Galvin and Michael D. Brady (by vote of the town) that the town of Avon be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Ayer

H.4174
An Act relative to the Ayer Library By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4174) of Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) relative to the Ayer Library in the town of Ayer. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Barnstable

H.2998
An Act authorizing Thomas Harmon to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2998) of Steven George Xiarhos (with the approval of the county commissioners) that Thomas Harmon be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.
S.2635
An Act authorizing the city known as the town of Barnstable to use red lights on certain emergency response vehicles By Mr. Cyr and Mr. Diggs of Barnstable, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2635) of Julian Cyr and Kip A. Diggs (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the city known as the town of Barnstable to use red lights on certain emergency response vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security. [Local Approval Received.]

Becket

H.3977
An Act providing for alternate members of the conservation commission of the town of Becket By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3977) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) that the town of Becket be authorized to provide for alternate members of the conservation commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Bedford

H.2852
An Act relative to the maximum age requirement for firefighters for the town of Bedford By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2852) of Kenneth I. Gordon (by vote of the town) that all positions within the government of the town of Bedford subject to the civil service law be exempt from any provisions pertaining to age limits. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Belmont

H.3970
An Act updating the tax treatment of recreational lands in the town of Belmont By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Brownsberger, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3970) of David M. Rogers and William N. Brownsberger (by vote of the town) that the town of Belmont be authorized to update the tax treatment of recreational lands in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4310
An Act authorizing the town of Belmont to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Brownsberger, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4310) of David M. Rogers and William N. Brownsberger (by vote of the town) that the town of Belmont be authorized to further regulate the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Berkley

H.2320
An Act relative to the position of treasurer-collector in the town of Berkley By Representative Orrall of Lakeville and Senator Dooner, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2320) of Norman J. Orrall and Kelly A. Dooner (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to appoint the position of treasurer-collector in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2553
An Act authorizing the town of Berkley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orall of Berkeley, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2553) of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Berkley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2552
An Act authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orall of Berkeley, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2552) of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Berkley to recall elected officials. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Berlin

H.3896
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of Berlin By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3896) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and Robyn K. Kennedy (by vote of the town) relative to recall elections in the town of Berlin. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2626
An Act relative to the select board of the town of Berlin By Ms. Kennedy and Ms. Kilcoyne of Worcester, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2626) of Robyn K. Kennedy and Meghan K. Kilcoyne (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the select board of the town of Berlin. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4580
An Act relative to the select board of the town of Berlin By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4580) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and Robyn K. Kennedy (by vote of the town) relative to the membership of the select board of the town of Berlin. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Beverly

S.1876
An Act relative to the retirement classification of certain employees of the city of Beverly By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1876) of Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the retirement classification of certain employees of the city of Beverly. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Billerica

H.4440
An Act authorizing the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land of the town situated in the town of Billerica for recreational purposes for the purposes of constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path By Representative Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4440) of Marc T. Lombardo and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land of the town situated in the town of Billerica for recreational purposes for the purposes of constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4632
An Act authorizing the town of Billerica to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer By Representative Lombardo of Billerica and Senator Friedman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4632) of Marc T. Lombardo and Cindy F. Friedman (by vote of the town) that the town of Billerica be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Blackstone

S.1445
An Act regulating certain insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Blackstone By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1445) of Ryan C. Fattman and Michael J. Soter (by vote of the town) for legislation to regulate certain insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Blackstone. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Bolton

H.3346
An Act authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the town of Bolton By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3346) of Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to the town of Bolton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2628
An Act providing for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Bolton By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2628) of Robyn K. Kennedy and Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) to provide for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Bolton. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Boston

H.2995
An Act to amend the training requirement for the fire department cadet program in Boston By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2995) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to amend the training requirement for the fire department cadet program in the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3443
An Act relative to the creation of a branch of the Boston Public Library within an affordable housing development in the Dorchester section of the City of Boston By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3443) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain subsidized affordable housing project, including space for a branch library to be procured by the Boston Public Library, in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1907
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1907) of Michael F. Rush (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to direct the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.841
An Act granting the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representative Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 841) of Russell E. Holmes (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the eligible age for voting in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3904
An Act relative to senior tax exemption By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3904) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of mayor and city council) relative to a senior homeowner property tax exemption in the city of Boston. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.27
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer for Antonio Pires By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 27) of Liz Miranda (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to direct the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer for Antonio Pires. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.4422
An Act relative to property tax classification, the senior homeowner property tax exemption, and the personal property tax exemption in the city of Boston By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rob Consalvo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to taxes in the city of Boston. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3928
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Adam Watt By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3928) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Adam Watt a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3927
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jean E. Roseney By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3927) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Jean E. Roseney a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3926
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Keny Gateau By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3926) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Keny Gateau a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3978
An Act Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff Brian McPherson disability pension By Representative Sullivan-Almeida of Abington and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3978) of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Boston Retirement Board be authorized to retire Brian C. McPherson, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3925
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for Pierre Charles Darius of Mattapan By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3925) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Pierre Charles Darius as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3932
An Act relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3932) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain subsidized affordable housing project, including space for a branch library to be procured by the Boston Public Library, in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2511
An Act relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2511) of Liz Miranda (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4090
An Act relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4090) of Chynah Tyler (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4093
An Act relative to raising the age requirement for entrance to the Boston Police Academy By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4093) of Adrian C. Madaro (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to further regulate the appointment of police officers in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4092
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Chris Glaropoulos By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4092) of Adrian C. Madaro (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Chris Glaropoulos as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4142
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jason DeLeon By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4142) of Chynah Tyler (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Jason DeLeon as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4262
An Act to implement ranked choice voting in Boston By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4262) of Samantha Montaño (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4508
An Act relative to the disability pension for Patricia M. Lampron administered by the Boston retirement board By Representative Hunt of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4508) of Daniel J. Hunt (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Boston Retirement Board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance to Patricia M. Lampron, a retired employee of the school department of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4253
An Act relative to elected terms and municipal years By Representative Ryan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4253) of Daniel J. Ryan (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to terms of elected office in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4246
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Gissell Melo By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4246) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Gissell Melo a police officer notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4256
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jose Ortiz By Representative Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4256) of Russell E. Holmes (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Jose Ortiz as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4255
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jonathan Telford By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4255) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Jonathan Telfort as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4254
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Rodney Alcindor By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4254) of Brandy Fluker-Reid (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Rodney Alcindor as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4267
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Constantinos Papadopoulos By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4267) of William F. MacGregor (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Constantinos Papadopoulos as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4349
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Luis Cabral By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4349) of Rob Consalvo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Luis Cabral as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4391
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Alex J. Rodriguez By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4391) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Alex J. Rodriguez to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4389
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Angel G. Rivera By Representative John Francis Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4389) of John Francis Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Angel G. Rivera to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4388
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Angela C. Depina By Representative Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4388) of Russell E. Holmes (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Angela C. Depina to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Boston notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4415
An Act relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston By Representative Michael J. Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4415) of Michael J. Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the procurement and award of contracts for construction of a certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4572
An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Doumy Pamera By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4572) of Samantha Montaño (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Doumy Pamera as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4582
An Act directing the City of Boston Fire Department to waive the maximum age requirement for firefighters for Stylianos Katikakis By Representative Biele of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4582) of David Biele (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that city of Boston be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for firefighters for Stylianos Katikakis. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4604
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Luisa Fernandes By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4604) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Luisa Fernandes as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4741
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Edny Joseph By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4741) of William F. MacGregor (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Edny Joseph as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4740
An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Ryan Cazeau By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4740) of William F. MacGregor (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the appointment of Ryan Cazeau as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2750
An Act relative to city of Boston certified emergency telecommunicators By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2750) of Michael F. Rush (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to add certified emergency telecommunicators within the city of Boston to the Group 2 retirement classification. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Bourne

H.3435
An Act authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3435) of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain easements to the town of Bourne for subsurface waterline purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2351
An Act authorizing the Barnstable County and the town of Bourne to convey land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2351) of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that Barnstable County be authorized to convey land and certain interests in land in the town of Bourne to said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Boylston

S.2648
An Act changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board By Ms. Kennedy and Ms.Kilcoyne of Clinton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2648) of Robyn K. Kennedy and Meghan K. Kilcoyne (by vote of the town) for legislation to change the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4621
An Act changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4621) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and Robyn K. Kennedy (by vote of the town) relative to changing the board of selectmen in the town of Boylston to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Braintree

H.2791
An Act relative to post-retirement earnings By Representative Cusack of Braintree and Senator Driscoll, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2791) of Mark J. Cusack (NEEDS the approval of the mayor and town council) relative to post-retirement earnings for certain police officers in the city known as the town of Braintree. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Bridgewater

H.2268
An Act Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch section 2-13(a) annual stipend By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2268) of Dennis C. Gallagher (by vote of the town) relative to the annual stipend of the town council of the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2269
An Act Bridgewater town charter article IV, town manager "temporary absence" By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2269) of Dennis C. Gallagher (by vote of the town) relative to the position of town manager in the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.828
An Act proposed ordinance D-FY22-009: Bridgewater town charter article III, elected officials recall provision By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 828) of Dennis C. Gallagher (by vote of the town) that the town of Bridgewater be authorized to hold recall elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.829
An Act Bridgewater town charter article II, legislative branch, term limits By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 829) of Dennis C. Gallagher (by vote of the town) relative to term limits in the town of Bridgewater. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4578
An Act authorizing Bridgewater town charter amendment for gender neutral language By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4578) of Dennis C. Gallagher (with the approval of the town council) relative to gender neutral language in the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4579
An Act authorizing Bridgewater Town Charter amendment Article IV, Section 4-3, Town Manager Powers of Appointment By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4579) of Dennis C. Gallagher (with the approval of the town council) relative to the appointment powers of the town manager of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4748
An Act to allow an additional all alcohol beverages package store license for 233 Broad Street By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4748) of Dennis C. Gallagher (with the approval of the town council) that the town of Bridgewater be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4781
authorizing Bridgewater town charter amendment for gender neutral language

Brockton

S.2510
An Act relative to the election of the mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2510) of Michael D. Brady relative to the election of the mayor, city councilor and school committee in the city of Brockton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Brookfield

S.1830
An Act authorizing the town of Brookfield to continue employment of Herb Chaffee beyond the age of 65 By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1830) of Peter J. Durant and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. (by the vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Brookfield to continue employment of Herb Chaffee beyond the age of 65. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Brookline

H.2992
An Act authorizing the appointment or retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Brookline By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2992) of Tommy Vitolo and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Brookline be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.960
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to implement rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 960) of Cynthia Stone Creem (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Brookline to implement rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
S.26
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 26) of Cynthia Stone Creem, William F. MacGregor and Tommy Vitolo (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.4569
An Act authorizing municipalities to impose a methane emissions surcharge and authorize non-pipeline alternatives By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tommy Vitolo for legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a methane emissions surcharge and non-pipeline alternatives. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.4034
An Act authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4034) of Tommy Vitolo (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4036
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4036) of Tommy Vitolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Brookline be authorized to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4350
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to levy a real estate transfer fee on certain real property transfers By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4350) of Tommy Vitolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Brookline be authorized to levy a real estate transfer fee on certain real property transfers in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Cambridge

HD.4278
An Act authorizing the city of Cambridge to impose a real estate transfer fee
H.3924
An Act expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits as to the city of Cambridge By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3924) of Marjorie C. Decker (with the approval of the city council) relative to expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits in the city of Cambridge. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4134
An Act establishing the city of Cambridge employment and job training trust By Representatives Decker of Cambridge and Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4134) of Marjorie C. Decker and Steven Owens (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Cambridge be authorized to establish an employment and job training trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4145
An Act requiring that broker fees in the city of Cambridge be paid by the party who solicits a licensed broker By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4145) of Mike Connolly (with the approval of the city council) relative to broker fees in the city of Cambridge. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4156
An Act establishing a charter for the city of Cambridge By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4156) of Marjorie C. Decker (with the approval of the city council) for legislation to establish a charter for the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4157
An Act further regulating procurements by the city of Cambridge By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4157) of Marjorie C. Decker (with the approval of the city council) for legislation to further regulate procurements by the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4231
An Act authorizing the city of Cambridge to expand the options available to issue notices of violation for parking enforcement above the limits set forth in M.G.L. C. 90, §20A½ or other applicable state laws By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4231) of Marjorie C. Decker (with the approval of the city council) relative to notices of violation for parking enforcement in the city of Cambridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Canton

S.2605
An Act further regulating town elections in the town of Canton By Mr. Feeney and Mr. Galvin of Canton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2605) of Paul R. Feeney and William C. Galvin (by vote of the town) for legislation to further regulate town elections in the town of Canton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Carlisle

H.4414
An Act relative to the town administrator of the town of Carlisle By Representative Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4414) of Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) relative to the town administrator of the town of Carlisle. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Carver

S.2517
An Act dissolving the North Carver water district By Mrs. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2517) of Kelly A. Dooner (by vote of the town) for legislation to dissolve the North Carver water district. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Charlemont

H.4435
An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4435) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4482
An Act establishing a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark for legislation to establish a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.4434
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of Charlemont By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4434) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) relative to providing for recall elections in the town of Charlemont. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Chatham

H.4291
An Act relative to the prevailing wage in the town of Chatham By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4291) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) relative to exempting the town of Chatham from the prevailing wage law. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4290
An Act establishing a housing trust fund in the town of Chatham By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4290) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a housing trust fund in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4289
An Act facilitating the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4289) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) relative to the appropriation and expenditure of community preservation funds for community housing purposes in the town of Chatham. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4300
An Act establishing a real property transfer fee in the town of Chatham By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4300) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a real property transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4288
An Act relative to the inclusion of commercial fishermen as a designated vocation for affordable and attainable housing preference in the town of Chatham under Section 32, Seasonal Communities, Subsection (d), of the Affordable Homes Act By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4288) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) relative to the inclusion of commercial fishermen as a designated vocation for affordable and attainable housing preference in the town of Chatham. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Cheshire

H.801
An Act relative to the town of Cheshire's special election By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 801) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) for legislation to validate the results of the special election held in the town of Cheshire on August 12, 2024. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Chicopee

H.2244
An Act relative to making the charter of the city of Chicopee gender neutral By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2244) of Shirley B. Arriaga and Jacob R. Oliveira (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to make the charter of the city of Chicopee gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4202
An Act relative to the recall of any holder of elective office in the city of Chicopee By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4202) of Shirley B. Arriaga (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the recall of any holder of elective office in the city of Chicopee. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4201
An Act relative to changing the two-year elected term for the Mayor of Chicopee to a four-year elected term By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4201) of Shirley B. Arriaga (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to changing the two-year elected term for the office of mayor of in the city of Chicopee to a four-year elected term. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Cohasset

HD.221
An Act to reinforce municipal territory authority
S.276
An Act authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of alcohol to be drunk on the premises By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 276) of Patrick M. O'Connor (by the vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of alcohol to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3894
An Act authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Cohasset By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3894) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Cohasset be authorized to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4561
authorizing the town of Cohasset to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises

Concord

H.3042
An Act establishing a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in the town of Concord By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3042) of Simon Cataldo and Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) that town of Concord be authorized to establish a building permit fee surcharge for affordable housing in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.410
An Act authorizing the town of Concord to establish a fee for checkout bags
H.3043
An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Concord By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3043) of Simon Cataldo and Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) that the town of Concord be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4500
An Act authorizing the town of Concord to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within the town By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4500) of Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) that the town of Concord be authorized to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides within said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4522
An Act authorizing remote participation at town meetings and special town meetings in the Town of Concord By Representatives Cataldo of Concord and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4522) of Simon Cataldo (by vote of the town) relative to remote participation at town meetings and special town meetings in the town of Concord. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4713
An Act relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Concord By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4713) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Simon Cataldo and Michael J. Barrett (by vote of the town) relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Concord. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Conway

H.2251
An Act establishing a special fund for the festival of the hills receipts for the town of Conway By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2251) of Natalie M. Blais (by vote of the town) that the town of Conway be authorized to establish a special fund for the festival of the hills receipts in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4095
An Act granting the town of Conway the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Conway residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4095) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Conway be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for residents of said town aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4498
An Act regulating elections in the town of Conway By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4498) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) relative to elections in the town of Conway. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4525
An Act authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of police department member Michael Habel By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4525) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Conway be authorized to continue the employment of police department member Michael W. Habel. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4506
An Act authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of fire department member Howard Boyden By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4506) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Conway be authorized to continue the employment of fire department member Howard Boyden. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Dalton

H.4210
An Act relative to the town resident requirement for the town manager of the town of Dalton By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4210) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) relative to the town resident requirement for the town manager of the town of Dalton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4242
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of Dalton By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4242) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) relative to recall elections in the town of Dalton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Dartmouth

H.3952
An Act authorizing Dartmouth Fire District No. 1 to appoint the position of Treasurer By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3952) of Christopher M. Markey that Dartmouth Fire District No. 1 be authorized to appoint the position of treasurer. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.4006
An Act authorizing the town of Dartmouth to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4006) of Christopher M. Markey (by vote of the town) that the town of Dartmouth be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Deerfield

H.4483
An Act authorizing the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Eastham

H.4576
An Act authorizing the town of Eastham to impose a 3% real estate transfer fee By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4576) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Eastham be authorized to impose a 3% real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.5355
An Act relative to reducing the use of toxic pesticides in the town of Eastham

Easthampton

H.835
An Act amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton By Representative Gómez of Easthampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 835) of Homar Gómez (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Easthampton be authorized to amend the charter of said city relative to ranked choice voting. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Edgartown

H.4186
An Act relative to Affordable Housing Trust Fund of the town of Edgartown By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4186) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of Edgartown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Egremont

H.4213
An Act relative to the continued employment of firefighters in the town of Egremont By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4213) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) relative to the continued employment of firefighters in the town of Egremont, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Everett

S.1436
An Act amending the charter of the city of Everett By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1436) of Sal N. DiDomenico (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to amend the charter of the city of Everett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Fairhaven

H.4234
An Act relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Fairhaven By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4234) of Mark D. Sylvia and Mark C. Montigny (by vote of the town) that the town of Fairhaven be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4232
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Fairhaven By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4232) of Mark D. Sylvia and Mark C. Montigny (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Fairhaven. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Fall River

H.571
An Act providing for alternatives to fines for failure to send By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 571) of Carole A. Fiola, Paul McMurtry and Lindsay N. Sabadosa relative to providing for alternative penalties for failure to send children to school. Education.
H.1156
An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1156) of Carole A. Fiola for legislation to require certain healthcare carriers to share accountability with providers for uncollectible patient obligations after insurance. Financial Services.
H.2965
An Act providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to elderly governmental retirees By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2965) of Alan Silvia relative to providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to certain retirees. Public Service.
S.758
An Act defining financial responsibility for uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 758) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to require certain healthcare carriers to share accountability with providers for uncollectible patient obligations after insurance. Financial Services.
H.4214
An Act relative to the appointment of the police chief in the city of Fall River By Representative Fiola of Fall River and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4214) of Carole A. Fiola (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the appointment of the police chief in the city of Fall River. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Falmouth

H.3931
An Act establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in the Town of Falmouth for the purpose of funding affordable housing By Representatives Moakley of Falmouth and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3931) of Thomas W. Moakley and David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that the town of Falmouth be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of residential property in said town for the purpose of funding affordable housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Foxborough

S.2141
An Act relative to amending certain use restrictions for the Foxborough State Hospital By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2141) of Paul R. Feeney and Michael S. Chaisson for legislation relative to amend certain use restrictions for the Foxborough State Hospital. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Franklin

HD.1248
An Act authorizing and directing the Retirement Board of the Town of Franklin to grant creditable service to Richard Martini

Gloucester

S.2507
An Act establishing the Gloucester Fisheries Commission By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2507) of Bruce E. Tarr and Ann-Margaret Ferrante (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to establish the Gloucester Fisheries Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2596
An Act relative to maintenance of private roads in the city of Gloucester By Mr. Tarr and Ms. Ferrante of Gloucester, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2596) of Bruce E. Tarr and Ann-Margaret Ferrante (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the appropriation and expenditure of funds for the maintenance, repair and improvement of private roads under certain conditions. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received.]

Greenfield

H.4379
An Act amending the charter of the city of Greenfield By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4379) of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Greenfield to amend its charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Groton

H.4795
An Act amending the charter for the town of Groton By Representative Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4795) of Margaret R. Scarsdale and Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter of the town of Groton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hancock

H.515
An Act exempting Hancock schools By Representative Barrett of North Adams and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 515) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) for legislation to exempt the town of Hancock from certain provisions of the school choice laws. Education. [Local Approval Received.]

Hanson

S.1425
An Act further regulating the amendment of a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1425) of Michael D. Brady (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend a conservation restriction in the town of Hanson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3953
An Act in the town of Hanson local licenses and permits; denial, revocation or suspension for failure to comply with conditions of approval By Representative Sweezey of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3953) of Kenneth P. Sweezey (by vote of the town) for legislation to enhance enforcement in building and permitting compliance in the town Hanson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Harwich

H.4318
An Act authorizing the town of Harwich affordable housing trust to provide for the creation of attainable housing By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4318) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Harwich affordable housing trust to provide for the creation of attainable housing. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Hatfield

H.3775
An Act relative to the town of Hatfield to permit the use of golf carts on the public ways of the town By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3775) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Hatfield be authorized to permit the use of golf carts on the public ways in said town. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]

Haverhill

H.2985
An Act authorizing Stephen Justice to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2985) of Andres X. Vargas and Barry R. Finegold (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Stephen Justice to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2986
An Act authorizing Javier Vargas to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2986) of Andres X. Vargas and Barry R. Finegold (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Javier Vargas to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2987
An Act authorizing Brittany Sproule to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2987) of Andres X. Vargas and Barry R. Finegold (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Brittany Sproule to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2988
An Act authorizing Freddy Castaneda to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2988) of Andres X. Vargas and Barry R. Finegold (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Freddy Castaneda to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1739
An Act relative to the designation of jury clerk in the Haverhill District Court By Representative Hamilton of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1739) of Ryan M. Hamilton relative to the designation of jury clerk in the Haverhill District Court. The Judiciary.
H.4057
An Act to authorize the mayor of the city of Haverhill to submit special legislation to increase the membership of the board of health from three members to five members By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4057) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Haverhill be authorized to increase the membership of the board of health in said city from three members to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4178
An Act authorizing Adam T. Jankowski to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4178) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Adam T. Jankowski to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4203
An Act providing for the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4203) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4204
An Act providing for the election of candidates in the city of Haverhill By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4204) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to preliminary election of candidates in the city of Haverhill. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4390
An Act authorizing Nick Santos to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4390) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Nick Santos to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4442
An Act authorizing Anthony Morales to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4442) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that Anthony Morales be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4443
An Act relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the position of firefighter or police officer By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4443) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Haverhill be authorized to further regulate the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the positions of firefighter or police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4476
An Act authorizing Kenneth Navarro to take the civil service examination for the position of fire fighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4476) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that Kenneth Navarro be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of fire fighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4477
An Act authorizing William (Rob) Cargill to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4477) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that William (Rob) Cargill be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4573
An Act authorizing Sean Duffy to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4573) of Andres X. Vargas (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize Sean Duffy to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Hingham

H.4244
An Act authorizing the town of Hingham to utilize alternative methods for publication of legal notices By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4244) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Hingham be authorized to utilize alternative methods for publication of legal notices. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4314
An Act to allow the town of Hingham to use municipal property as the location for a center for active living By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4314) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Hingham be authorized to use municipal property as the location for a center for active living. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Holden

H.4211
An Act changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Holden By Representative Ferguson of Holden and Senator Durant, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4211) of Kimberly N. Ferguson (by vote of the town) relative to changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Holden. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Holyoke

H.360
An Act relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke By Representative Duffy of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 360) of Patricia A. Duffy (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4299
An Act exempting the position of Fire Chief in the city of Holyoke from the provisions of the civil service law By Representative Duffy of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4299) of Patricia A. Duffy (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Holyoke be authorized to exempt the position of fire chief in said city from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4738
An Act regarding special meetings of the Holyoke City Council By Representative Duffy of Holyoke, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4738) of Patricia A. Duffy (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to special meetings of the city council of the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hopedale

H.4784
An Act providing for a town administrator in the town of Hopedale By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4784) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) relative to the town administrator in the town of Hopedale. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hopkinton

H.4292
An Act amending the charter of the town of Hopkinton to incorporate appointment powers of the board of library trustees By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4292) of James C. Arena-DeRosa (by vote of the town) relative to appointment powers of the board of library trustees in the town of Hopkinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4293
An Act establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Hopkinton By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4293) of James C. Arena-DeRosa (by vote of the town) that town of Hopkinton be authorized to establish an economic development special revenue account in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hudson

H.386
An Act authorizing the town of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 386) of Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) that the town be authorized of Hudson to grant 1 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.]
H.4272
An Act authorizing the town of Hudson to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises
H.4503
An Act amending the charter of the town of Hudson By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4503) of Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) relative to amending the charter of the town of Hudson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Hull

H.4247
An Act authorizing the select board of the town of Hull to establish a schedule of fines for parking violations By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4247) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Hull be authorized to establish a schedule of fines for parking violations. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4739
An Act relative to the operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4739) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) relative to the operation of the municipal light plant in the town of Hull. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Ipswich

H.3156
An Act to increase the income limit for Clause 41A, Senior Tax Deferral Program in Ipswich By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3156) of Kristin E. Kassner and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) that the town of Ipswich be authorized to increase income limits for the real property senior tax deferral program in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4243
An Act to amend the town charter of Ipswich By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4243) of Kristin E. Kassner (by vote of the town) relative to the town manager residency requirement in the town of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Kingston

H.3900
An Act authorizing the raising the maximum retirement age of special police officers in the town of Kingston to 70 years old By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3900) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and John R. Gaskey (by vote of the town) that the town of Kingston be authorized to raise the maximum retirement age of special police officers in said town to 70 years old. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Lancaster

H.2879
An Act authorizing the continued employment of Steven A. Hilliger, firefighter of the town of Lancaster By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2879) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and John J. Cronin (by vote of the town) that the fire department of the town of Lancaster be authorized to continue the employment of Steven A. Hilliger. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4177
An Act exempting certain positions of the police department in the town of Lancaster from the civil service law By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4177) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and John J. Cronin (by vote of the town) that the town of Lancaster be authorized to exempt certain positions of the police department in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4212
An Act authorizing the town of Lancaster to dissolve its animal control commission By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4212) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and John J. Cronin (by vote of the town) that the town of Lancaster be authorized to dissolve the animal control commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Lanesborough

H.4056
An Act relative to the Lanesborough Select Board By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4056) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) for legislation to increase the membership of the select board of the town of Lanesborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4055
An Act relative to recall elections in the town of Lanesborough By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4055) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) relative to establishing recall elections in the town of Lanesborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Lawrence

H.4614
An Act in relation to James J. O'Neil Park By Representatives Reyes of Lawrence and Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4614) of Estela A. Reyes and Frank A. Moran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Lawrence be authorized to transfer a certain parcel of park land at the James J. O'Neil Park in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Leicester

H.4136
An Act relative to stabilization funds in the town of Leicester By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4136) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf (by vote of the town) relative to stabilization funds in the town of Leicester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Lenox

H.3645
An Act designating a portion of state highway Route 7A in the town of Lenox as the Ross B. Dindio Memorial highway By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3645) of Leigh Davis that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be directed to designate a portion of state highway Route 7A in the town of Lenox as the Ross B. Dindio memorial highway. Transportation.

Leominster

H.4702
An Act exempting the positions of police lieutenant and police sergeant in the city of Leominster from the civil service law By Representative Higgins of Leominster and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4702) of Natalie M. Higgins and John J. Cronin (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the positions of police lieutenant and police sergeant in the city of Leominster be exempt from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Leverett

H.3919
An Act authorizing local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in Leverett By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3919) of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Leverett be authorized to provide for local voting rights for certain lawful permanent residents residing in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Lexington

H.809
An Act establishing ranked choice voting for certain offices in the town of Lexington By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 809) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to establish ranked choice voting for certain offices in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3893
An Act authorizing the town of Lexington to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3893) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4132
An Act to grant the town of Lexington the authority to endow legal residents with local voting rights in municipal elections By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4132) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to grant legal residents with local voting rights in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4133
An Act to authorize the town of Lexington to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4133) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to regulate the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Longmeadow

H.4309
An Act relative to preliminary elections in the town of Longmeadow By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow and Senator Oliveira, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4309) of Brian M. Ashe (by vote of the town) relative to preliminary elections in the town of Longmeadow. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4312
An Act relative to charter changes for the town of Longmeadow By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow and Senator Oliveira, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4312) of Brian M. Ashe (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Longmeadow. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Lowell

H.4266
An Act authorizing the city of Lowell to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides By Representative Howard of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4266) of Vanna Howard and others (with the approval of the city council) that the city of Lowell be authorized to further regulate the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Ludlow

H.4589
An Act authorizing the town of Ludlow to pay a certain unpaid bill By Representative Saunders of Belchertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4589) of Aaron L. Saunders (by vote of the town) that the town of Ludlow be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Lynn

H.3895
An Act expanding career and technical education opportunities for Lynn students By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3895) of Sean Reid and Daniel Cahill (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to establish a pilot program at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute for certain eighth grade students. Education. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4149
An Act relative to the charter in the city of Lynn By Representative Cahill of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4149) of Daniel Cahill (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the charter in the city of Lynn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Malden

H.4233
An Act amending the charter of the city of Malden By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4233) of Steven Ultrino (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to amending the charter of the city of Malden. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4584
An Act regarding the appointment of Special Police Officers in the City of Malden By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4584) of Steven Ultrino (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Malden. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Marblehead

H.3912
An Act increasing the membership of the board of health of the town of Marblehead from three members to five By Representative Armini of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3912) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini and Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) that the town of Marblehead be authorized to increase the membership of the board of health in said town from three members to five. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4225
An Act authorizing the town of Marblehead to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption By Representative Armini of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4225) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini and Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) that the town of Marblehead be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2528
An Act authorizing the town of Marblehead to amend chapter 37 of the acts of 2004: Parking violations in the town of Marblehead By Mr. Crighton and Ms. Armini of Marblehead, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2528) of Brendan P. Crighton and Jennifer Balinsky Armini (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to parking fines during snow emergencies in the town Marblehead. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Marlborough

H.4170
An Act relative to the office of ward 7 councilor in the city of Marlborough By Representatives Gregoire of Marlborough and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4170) of Danielle W. Gregoire and Carmine Lawrence Gentile (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to a vacancy in the office of ward 7 councilor in the city of Marlborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4439
An Act providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough By Representatives Gregoire of Marlborough and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4439) of Danielle W. Gregoire (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Marshfield

HD.231
An Act related to granting three additional liquor licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in the town of Marshfield and three additional licenses for alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Marshfield
S.274
An Act authorizing the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 274) of Patrick M. O'Connor (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.1010
An Act authorizing the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

Mattapoisett

H.4245
An Act relative to the Mattapoisett select board By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4245) of Mark D. Sylvia and Mark C. Montigny (by vote of the town) relative to the membership of the select board of the town of Mattapoisett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Maynard

H.387
An Act authorizing the town of Maynard to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 387) of Kate Hogan (by vote of the town) that the town of Maynard be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4273
An Act authorizing the town of Maynard to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises

Medford

H.4146
An Act establishing a charter for the city of Medford By Representative Donato of Medford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4146) of Paul J. Donato, Christine P. Barber and Sean Garballey (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the charter of the city of Medford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4152
An Act granting the city of Medford the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4152) of Christine P. Barber and Sean Garballey (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Medford be authorized to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4252
An Act updating the linkage exaction program in the city of Medford By Representative Donato of Medford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4252) of Paul J. Donato (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to establish a linkage exaction program in the city of Medford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4263
An Act establishing a charter for the city of Medford

Melrose

H.3979
An Act authorizing the City of Melrose to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3979) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Melrose be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Methuen

H.838
An Act authorizing a special election in the city of Methuen to fill a vacancy in the Office of Mayor By Representative Hamilton of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 838) of Ryan M. Hamilton (with the approval of the acting mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize a special election in the city of Methuen to fill a vacancy in the office of Mayor. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.2906
An Act relative to the reinstatement of positions in a departmental unit according to seniority for the city of Methuen

Middleton

H.4399
An Act further amending the charter of the town of Middleton By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4399) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) relative to amending the charter of the town of Middleton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Milford

H.4169
An Act authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4169) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) that the town of Milford be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4185
An Act relative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in Milford By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4185) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) relative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in the town of Milford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4171
An Act relative to any vacancy among town meeting members in Milford By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4171) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) relative to vacancies among town meeting members in the town of Milford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4359
An Act authorizing the town of Milford to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages into a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises
H.4663
An Act authorizing the Town of Milford Select Board to appoint a highway surveyor By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4663) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) that the select board of the town of Milford be authorized to appoint a highway surveyor in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Millis

H.3911
An Act revising the charter of the town of Millis, as amended By Representatives Arena-DeRosa of Holliston and Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3911) of James C. Arena-DeRosa and Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Millis. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4605
An Act authorizing the town of Millis to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for school building construction projects By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4605) of James C. Arena-DeRosa (by vote of the town) that the town of Millis be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for school building construction projects. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Milton

H.4094
An Act relative to the establishment of a Milton means-tested property tax exemption By Representative Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4094) of Richard G. Wells, Jr. (by vote of the town) relative to the establishment of a means-tested senior property tax exemption in the town of Milton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4089
An Act authorizing the town of Milton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4089) of Richard G. Wells, Jr. (by vote of the town) that the town of Milton be authorized to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Monson

H.4602
An Act relative to the Monson select board By Representatives Ashe of Longmeadow and Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4602) of Brian M. Ashe (by vote of the town) that the town of Monson be authorized to increase the membership of the select board of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2668
An Act relative to the Monson select board By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2668) of Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) for legislation to the increase the membership of the select board of the town of Monson. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Monterey

H.3908
An Act to establish a recall procedure for elective town offices in the town of Monterey By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3908) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a recall procedure for elective town offices in the town of Monterey. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4387
An Act authorizing the town of Monterey to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4387) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) that the town of Monterey be authorized to continue the employment of police officer Jennifer O. Brown, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Nantucket

H.3903
An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing and related capital improvements By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3903) of Thomas W. Moakley and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Nantucket be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing and related capital improvements. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.21
An Act to amend the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 21) of Julian Cyr and Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation to change the name and membership of the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4441
An Act amending the charter for the town of Nantucket By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4441) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter for the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4437
An Act relative to the regulation of nutrient management and fertilizer in the town of Nantucket By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4437) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the regulation of nutrient management and fertilizer in the town of Nantucket. Agriculture and Fisheries. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4509
An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket to issue pension obligation bonds or notes By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4509) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) that the town of Nantucket be authorized to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4504
An Act making the charter of the county on Nantucket gender neutral By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4504) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation to make the charter of the county on Nantucket gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4523
An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket islands land bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation and/or to the Sconset Trust, Inc. For open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4523) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land in said town to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank and to the Sconset Trust, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4505
An Act authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4505) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Natick

H.3901
An Act exempting the position of assistant fire chief in the town of Natick from the civil service law By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3901) of David Paul Linsky (by vote of the town) that the town of Natick be authorized to exempt the position of assistant fire chief from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3898
An Act to amend the town of Natick home rule charter By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3898) of David Paul Linsky (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Natick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

New Bedford

H.2864
An Act authorizing the city of New Bedford Retirement Board to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert By Representative Hendricks of New Bedford and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2864) of Christopher Hendricks and Antonio F. D. Cabral (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of New Bedford Retirement Board be authorized to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert, a police detective of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2509
An Act relating to vacancies in the office of mayor in the city of New Bedford By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2509) of Mark C. Montigny and Antonio F. D. Cabral (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relating to vacancies in the office of mayor in the city of New Bedford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

New Salem

H.4224
An Act validating the New Salem annual town election By Representative Saunders of Belchertown and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4224) of Aaron L. Saunders and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) relative to validating the results of the annual town election in the town of New Salem held on May 5, 2025. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Newbury

H.975
An Act authorizing the town of Newbury to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 975) of Kristin E. Kassner and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) that the town of Newbury be authorized to prohibit use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Newton

S.552
An Act authorizing the city of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 552) of Cynthia Stone Creem (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the City of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1806
An Act relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Newton By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1806) of Cynthia Stone Creem (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Newton. Public Service. [Local approval received.]
H.2335
An Act extending residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton By Representative Schwartz of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2335) of Greg Schwartz, John J. Lawn, Jr. and Amy Mah Sangiolo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4718
An Act relative to the maximum age requirement for police officers in the city of Newton By Representative Sangiolo of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4718) of Amy Mah Sangiolo, Greg Schwartz and Cynthia Stone Creem (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the maximum age requirement for police officers in the city of Newton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Norfolk

H.3899
An Act authorizing reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham and Senator Rausch, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3899) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) relative to reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

North Adams

H.4141
An Act authorizing the city of North Adams to appoint retired North Adams police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4141) of John Barrett, III (by the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of North Adams be authorized to appoint retired North Adams police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

North Attleborough

H.4526
An Act authorizing the town of North Attleborough to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough and Senator Feeney, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4526) of Adam J. Scanlon and Paul R. Feeney (with the approval of the town council) that the town of North Attleborough be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

North Brookfield

H.4313
An Act allowing "print-free" digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield By Representative Berthiaume of Spencer and Senator Durant, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4313) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and Peter J. Durant (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Northampton

H.4099
An Act to prohibit landlords and brokers from requiring broker's commissions to be paid by a tenant or prospective tenant By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4099) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Northampton be authorized to prohibit landlords and brokers from requiring broker's commissions to be paid by tenants or prospective tenants. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4096
An Act amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow residents sixteen years of age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4096) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to authorize residents sixteen years or age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4097
An Act amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4097) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to authorize resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4098
An Act relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Northampton By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4098) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Northampton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Northfield

H.2355
An Act authorizing the town of Northfield to acquire property in the town of Bernardston By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2355) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford that the town of Northfield be authorized to acquire certain property located in the town of Bernardston, for general municipal purpose. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.4236
An Act authorizing the town of Northfield to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4236) of Susannah M. Whipps (by vote of the town) that the town of Northfield be authorized to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III as fire chief, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Norton

H.4348
An Act relative to a cemetery in the town of Norton By Representatives Howitt of Seekonk and Chaisson of Foxborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4348) of Steven S. Howitt and Paul R. Feeney (by vote of the town) that the town of Norton be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Norwood

H.4381
An Act further regarding the term of the town moderator in the town of Norwood By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4381) of John H. Rogers (by vote of the town) for legislation to further regulate the term of the town moderator in the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4475
An Act authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Norwood By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4475) of John H. Rogers (by vote of the town) that the town of Norwood be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Orange

H.4701
An Act authorizing the town of Orange to increase the membership of the Board of Selectmen By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4701) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Orange be authorized to increase the membership of the board of selectmen of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4717
An Act relative to the annual town meeting for the town of Orange By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4717) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) relative to the annual town meeting for the town of Orange. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Orleans

H.994
An Act regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 994) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
H.995
An Act authorizing the town of Orleans to adopt a pesticide reduction bylaw By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 995) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Orleans be authorized to adopt a pesticide reduction bylaw in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Palmer

H.466
An Act authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages By Representative Smola of Warren and Senator Oliveira, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 466) of Todd M. Smola and Jacob R. Oliveira (by vote of the town) that the town of Palmer be authorized to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4282
An Act authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

Pelham

H.4742
An Act authorizing the town of Pelham to continue the employment of Gary L. Thomann as police chief By Representative Saunders of Belchertown and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4742) of Aaron L. Saunders and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Pelham be authorized to continue the employment of Gary L. Thomann as police chief in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Pembroke

H.872
An Act further regulating the recall of elected officials in the town of Pembroke By Representative Sweezey of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 872) of Kenneth P. Sweezey (by vote of the town) for legislation to further regulate the recall of elected officials in the town of Pembroke. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4570
An Act authorizing the town of Pembroke to issue one additional license By Representative Sweezey of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4570) of Kenneth P. Sweezey and Kathleen R. LaNatra (by vote of the town) that the town of Pembroke be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Pittsfield

H.4716
An Act amending the charter of the city of Pittsfield By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4716) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to amending the charter of the city of Pittsfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Plainville

S.1898
An Act authorizing the appointment of retired police officers to perform police details in the town of Plainville By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1898) of Rebecca L. Rausch (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers to perform police details in the town of Plainville. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4382
An Act relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4382) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) that the town of Plainville be authorized to appoint a finance committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4383
An Act relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4383) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) that the town of Plainville be authorized to temporarily appoint alternate or associate members to certain town boards. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4384
An Act relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4384) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) that the town of Plainville be authorized to change the town administrator title to town manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4385
An Act relative to the town charter of the town of Plainville By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4385) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) relative to the select board of the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Plymouth

H.2749
An Act relative to the town of Plymouth Harbormaster employees By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2749) of Michelle L. Badger and Kathleen R. LaNatra (by vote of the town) relative to retirement benefits for certain employees of the harbormaster division of the police department of the town of Plymouth. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3934
An Act establishing the town of Plymouth Land Bank By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Michelle L. Badger (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a Plymouth land bank in the town of Plymouth. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4510
An Act relative to digital legal notices for the town of Plymouth By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4510) of Michelle L. Badger (by vote of the town) relative to digital legal notices for the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4501
An Act amending the town charter of the town of Plymouth By Representatives LaNatra of Kingston and Badger of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4501) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and Michelle L. Badger (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Provincetown

H.4577
An Act authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4577) of Hadley Luddy 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.3909
An Act authorizing the Provincetown year-round market rate rental housing trust to acquire year-round housing occupancy restrictions By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3909) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to year-round housing occupancy restriction in the town of Provincetown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4175
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4175) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to fire department governance in the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4172
An Act authorizing the town of Provincetown to prohibit use or sale of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4172) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the town of Provincetown be authorized to prohibit use or sale of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4176
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4176) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to town boards in the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4311
An Act further regulating the Year-round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust Fund in the town of Provincetown By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4311) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) relative to the year-round market rate rental housing trust fund in the town of Provincetown. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Quincy

H.2775
An Act relative to retired Quincy firefighter Kevin Bythrow By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2775) of Tackey Chan (with the approval of the mayor and the city council) relative to the retirement of Kevin Bythrow by the retirement board of the city of Quincy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1450
An Act relative to the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1450) of John F. Keenan (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the issuance of revenue bonds for the construction and reconstruction of telecommunications facilities by the city of Quincy. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3897
An Act authorizing the city of Quincy to enter into a lease extension to Quarry Hills Associates, Limited Partnership By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3897) of Bruce J. Ayers (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Quincy be authorized to enter into a lease extension to Quarry Hills Associates, Limited Partnership. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Randolph

S.509
An Act relative to the preparation of bilingual ballots in English and Haitian Creole in the city known as the town of Randolph By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 509) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. (with the vote of the town) for legislation relative to the preparation of bilingual ballots in English and Haitian Creole for state elections in the city known as the town of Randolph. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3914
An Act relative to the disability retirement of Casey L'Italien, a police officer in the city known as the town of Randolph By Representatives Ayers of Quincy and Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3914) of Bruce J. Ayers, Richard G. Wells, Jr. and William J. Driscoll, Jr. (with the approval of the town council) relative to the disability retirement of Casey L'Italien, a police officer in the city known as the town of Randolph. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4400
An Act relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph By Representatives Wells of Milton and Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4400) of Richard G. Wells, Jr., and Bruce J. Ayers (with the approval of the town council) relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Raynham

Revere

H.2275
An Act authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money to Denise Mattera (Condelli), widow of School Committeeman Anthony Mattera By Representatives Giannino of Revere and Turco of Winthrop, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2275) of Jessica Ann Giannino and Jeffrey Rosario Turco (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money to Denise Mattera (Condelli), widow of School Committeeman Anthony Mattera. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3915
An Act providing for violent act injury retirement benefits for retirement police officer Leo MacAskill By Representatives Giannino of Revere and Turco of Winthrop, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3915) of Jessica Ann Giannino (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to retirement benefits for Leo MacAskill, a retired police officer of the police department of the city of Revere. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4377
An Act eliminating the preliminary election in the city of Revere in 2025 By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4377) of Jessica Ann Giannino (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Revere be authorized to forego the preliminary election in 2025. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4603
An Act permitting the city of Revere to establish penalties and liens for noise ordinance violations By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4603) of Jessica Ann Giannino and Lydia Edwards (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Revere be authorized to establish penalties and liens for noise ordinance violations. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4752
An Act permitting the city of Revere to establish penalties and liens for rooming house & certificates of fitness ordinance violations By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4752) of Jessica Ann Giannino (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Revere be authorized to establish penalties and liens for rooming house and certificates of fitness ordinance violations. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Richmond

H.4154
An Act relative to the town of Richmond Free Public Library By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4154) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) relative to the town of Richmond Free Public Library. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Rochester

H.4030
An Act relative to the organization and governance structure of the town of Rochester By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4030) of Mark D. Sylvia and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) relative to the organization and governance structure of the town of Rochester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4235
An Act authorizing the town of Rochester to continue the employment of fire chief Scott Weigel By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4235) of Mark D. Sylvia and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) that the town of Rochester be authorized to continue the employment of Scott Weigel as fire chief in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Rockland

S.2573
An Act amending the charter of the town of Rockland By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2573) of John F. Keenan (by vote of the town) to amend the charter of the town of Rockland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2716
An Act amending the charter of the town of Rockland Senate, November 13, 2025 -- The committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2573) of John F. Keenan (by vote of the town) to amend the charter of the town of Rockland, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2716).

Rutland

S.1831
An Act providing killed in the line of duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the town of Rutland By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1831) of Peter J. Durant, Kimberly N. Ferguson, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide killed in the line of duty benefits to Joanne Songy, surviving spouse of Detective John D. Songy, a police officer of the town of Rutland. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2789
An Act providing for recall elections in the town of Rutland By Mr. Durant and Ms.Ferguson of Holden, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2789) of Peter J. Durant and Kimberly N. Ferguson (by vote of the town) for legislation to provide recall elections in the town of Rutland. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Salem

H.3905
An Act authorizing the city of Salem to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones within the city of Salem By Representative Cruz of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3905) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.4300
An Act providing for payments in lieu of taxes by the South Essex Sewerage District in the city of Salem By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Manny Cruz that the South Essex Sewerage District shall pay to the city of Salem an annual payment in lieu of taxes for all lands. Environment and Natural Resources.
H.3907
An Act amending chapter 445 of the acts of 1960 and establishing a board of election commissioners in the city of Salem By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3907) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to establish a board of election commissioners in the city of Salem. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4007
An Act relative to the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4007) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4008
An Act relative to increasing the local option tax in the city of Salem on the sale of marijuana and marijuana products By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4008) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to increase the local option tax on the sale of marijuana and marijuana products in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4091
An Act authorizing the city of Salem to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4091) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to prohibit the use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4547
An Act relative to excise upon the transfer of parking spaces in the city of Salem By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4547) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to excise upon the transfer of parking spaces in the city of Salem. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4583
An Act relative to the city of Salem harbormaster and assistant harbormasters By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4583) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters in the city of Salem. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4662
An Act amending Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2008 authorizing the city of Salem to convert 1 annual license for the sale of wine, malt and cordial beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Cruz of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4662) of Manny Cruz and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to alcoholic beverage licenses in the city of Salem. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4661
An Act authorizing the city of Salem to convert 1 seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and to convert 1 seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of wine and malt beverages and cordials to be drunk on the premises By Representative Cruz of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4661) of Manny Cruz and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to alcoholic beverage licenses in the city of Salem. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Sandwich

H.2357
An Act amending the charter of the town of Sandwich By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2357) of Steven George Xiarhos (by vote of the town) that the charter of the town of Sandwich to be amended to change the town clerk position from an appointed position to an elected position. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1073
An Act relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1073) of Steven George Xiarhos (by vote of the town) relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
S.24
An Act amending the charter of the town of Sandwich By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 24) of Dylan A. Fernandes (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter of the town of Sandwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.25
An Act amending the charter of the town of Sandwich By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 25) of Dylan A. Fernandes (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter of the town of Sandwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Saugus

H.4215
An Act regarding the disability pension of Christopher Taylor By Representative Wong of Saugus, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4215) of Donald H. Wong (by vote of the town) that the Saugus retirement board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to Christopher Taylor, a retired officer of the police department of the town of Saugus. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Scituate

HD.4575
An Act amending the charter of the town of Scituate
S.2578
An Act concerning sidewalks in the town of Scituate By Mr. O'Connor and Mr. Kearney of Scituate a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2578) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Patrick Joseph Kearney (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to sidewalks in the town of Scituate. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2577
An Act relative to parking fines in the town of Scituate By Mr. O'Connor and Mr. Kearney of Scituate a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2577) of Patrick M. O'Connor (by vote of the town) relative to parking fines in the town of Scituate. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Seekonk

H.3913
An Act amending the charter of the town of Seekonk By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3913) of Steven S. Howitt (by vote of the town) that the town of Seekonk be authorized to amend its charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
S.20
An Act amending the charter of the town of Seekonk By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 20) of Kelly A. Dooner (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the charter of the town of Seekonk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Sharon

H.861
An Act authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens residing in Sharon By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 861) of Edward R. Philips (by vote of the town) that the town of Sharon be authorized to grant local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.862
An Act regarding the recall of elected officers of the town of Sharon By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 862) of Edward R. Philips (by vote of the town) relative to the recall of elected officers in the town of Sharon. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Shutesbury

H.4148
An Act relative to lawful noncitizen permanent resident voting in the town of Shutesbury By Representative Saunders of Belchertown and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4148) of Aaron L. Saunders and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) relative to lawful noncitizen permanent resident voting in the town of Shutesbury. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Somerset

H.3906
An Act authorizing the town of Somerset to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises By Representative Thurber of Somerset, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3906) of Justin Thurber and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) that the town of Somerset be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4286
An Act authorizing the town of Somerset to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises
S.2627
An Act allowing the town of Somerset to prohibit water fluoridation By Mr. Rodrigues and Mr. Thurber, of Somerset a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2627) of Michael J. Rodrigues and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) for legislation to allow the town of Somerset to prohibit water fluoridation. Public Health. [Local Approval Received.]

Somerville

H.3930
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to impose a real estate transfer fee By Representatives Connolly of Cambridge and Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3930) of Mike Connolly and Erika Uyterhoeven (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee on certain real estate transactions in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
S.22
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to regulate rent in residential dwelling units By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 22) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Mike Connolly, Erika Uyterhoeven and Christine P. Barber (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Somerville to regulate rent in residential dwelling units. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3921
An Act further defining the purposes of the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3921) of Christine P. Barber (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to further regulate the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3910
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to enact right to purchase legislation By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3910) of Erika Uyterhoeven and Patricia D. Jehlen (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a program to provide certain tenants and entities the right to purchase the residential property in which the tenants reside when that residential property is being offered for sale. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3918
An Act granting the city of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3918) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3923
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 Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3923) of Christine P. Barber (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.]
H.3922
An Act requiring that broker fees in the city of Somerville be paid by the party who solicits a licensed broker By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3922) of Mike Connolly and others relative to broker fees in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4035
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to establish a net zero emissions standard for new constructed buildings and major renovation projects By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4035) of Christine P. Barber, Erika Uyterhoeven and Mike Connolly (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to establish a net zero emissions standard for zoning of new constructed buildings and major renovation projects. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4033
An Act providing for legal voting rights in municipal elections for non-citizen residents of the city of Somerville By Representatives Uyterhoeven of Somerville and Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4033) of Erika Uyterhoeven (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to providing for legal voting rights in municipal elections for non-citizen residents of the city of Somerville. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4153
An Act establishing a charter for the city of Somerville By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4153) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to establishing a charter for the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4179
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4179) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations in said city. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4264
An Act establishing a charter for the city of Somerville

Southborough

H.2262
An Act authorizing the town of Southborough to issue pension obligation bonds or notes By Representative Donaghue of Westborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2262) of Kate Donaghue (by vote of the town) that town of Southborough be authorized to issue bonds or notes for the purpose of funding its portion of the unfunded pension liability of the Worcester regional retirement system. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Southbridge

H.4588
An Act relative to the town of Southbridge granting additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Representative Marsi of Charlton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4588) of John J. Marsi (with the approval of the town council) for legislation to further regulate the granting of additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city known as the town of Southbridge. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Southwick

H.4192
An Act relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission within the town of Southwick By Representative Boldyga of Southwick and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4192) of Nicholas A. Boldyga (by vote of the town) relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission in the town of Southwick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Springfield

H.2939
An Act regarding the disability pension for Misael Rodriguez administered by the Springfield retirement board By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2939) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to Misael Rodriguez, a retired officer of the police department of the city of Springfield, by Springfield retirement board. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3213
An Act relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the city of Springfield By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3213) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the city of Springfield. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Stoneham

H.2800
An Act enhancing public safety in the town of Stoneham By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2800) of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis (by vote of the town) that town of Stoneham police department be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for original appointment of police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Stoughton

H.3902
An Act authorizing the town of Stoughton to exempt all Stoughton police officers at all ranks from civil service By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3902) of Edward R. Philips, William C. Galvin and William J. Driscoll, Jr. (by vote of the town) that the town of Stoughton be authorized to exempt police officers from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Sudbury

H.2273
An Act authorizing the town of Sudbury to establish a fee for checkout bags By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2273) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) that the town of Sudbury be authorized to establish a fee for retail establishment checkout bags in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4755
An Act amending the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in the town of Sudbury By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4755) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile (by vote of the town) for legislation to further regulate the means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in the town of Sudbury. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Sunderland

H.4209
An Act granting the town of Sunderland the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Sunderland residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4209) of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Sunderland be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for residents of said town aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Swampscott

S.23
An Act enabling the appointment of alternates to the Swampscott Conservation Commission By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 23) of Brendan P. Crighton (by a vote of the town) to enable the appointment of alternates to the Swampscott Conservation Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3917
An Act updating the tax treatment of recreational lands in the town of Swampscott By Representative Armini of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3917) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini and Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) relative to the assessment of certain lands in the town of Swampscott. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4438
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Swampscott establishing a fall annual town meeting By Representative Armini of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4438) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini and Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) that the town of Swampscott be authorized to establish an annual fall town meeting. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4444
An Act relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Swampscott By Representative Armini of Marblehead and Senator Crighton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4444) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini and Brendan P. Crighton (by vote of the town) relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Swampscott. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Swansea

H.399
An Act authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 399) of Steven S. Howitt and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) relative to authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4276
An Act re-authorizing the town of Swansea to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises

Taunton

H.2810
An Act authorizing the city of Taunton to continue the employment of police chief Edward J. Walsh By Representative Doherty of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2810) of Carol A. Doherty and James K. Hawkins (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Taunton be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Edward J. Walsh, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1825
An Act continuing the employment of police chief Edward Walsh in the city of Taunton until attaining the age of 70 By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1825) of Kelly A. Dooner (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to continue the employment of police chief Edward Walsh in the city of Taunton until attaining the age of 70. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2582
An Act exempting certain positions in the city of Taunton from civil service status By Mrs. Dooner and Ms. Field of Taunton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2582) of Kelly A. Dooner and Lisa Field (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to exempt certain positions in the city of Taunton from civil service status. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2652
An Act authorizing the city of Taunton to establish a separate billing rate for water supplied to manufactured housing communities By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Thurber of Somerset, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2652) of Kelly A. Dooner, Justin Thurber and Norman J. Orrall (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the city of Taunton to establish a separate billing rate for water supplied to manufactured housing communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]

Tewksbury

S.1446
An Act relative to the residency requirement for the town manager of the town of Tewksbury By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1446) of Barry R. Finegold and Tram T. Nguyen (by the vote of the town) for legislation relative to the residency requirement for the town manager of the town of Tewksbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Topsfield

S.2526
An Act authorizing the town of Topsfield to convert 4 licenses for sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to 4 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises and to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in the containers less than 200 milliliters By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2526) of Bruce E. Tarr, Kristin E. Kassner and Sally P. Kerans (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Topsfield to convert 4 licenses for sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to 4 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises and to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in the containers less than 200 milliliters. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Truro

H.4703
An Act authorizing the town of Truro to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4703) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Truro be authorized to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4700
An Act authorizing the town of Truro to regulate the use of pesticides By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4700) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) that the town of Truro be authorized to regulate the use of pesticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Tyngsborough

H.3920
An Act to provide sustainable water resources in the town of Tyngsborough By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3920) of Colleen M. Garry (by vote of the town) for legislation to provide sustainable water resources in the town of Tyngsborough. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Walpole

S.2532
An Act authorizing the town of Walpole to grant up to 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2532) of Michael F. Rush, Edward R. Philips, Marcus S. Vaughn, John H. Rogers and others (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Walpole to grant up to 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

Wareham

S.2527
An Act amending the town charter of Wareham By Mrs. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2527) of Kelly A. Dooner (by vote of the town) for legislation to amend the town charter of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received.]

Warwick

H.751
An Act exempting Warwick Schools By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 751) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that public schools in the town of Warwick be authorized to continue to participate in the school choice program. Education. [Local Approval Received.]

Watertown

H.2321
An Act authorizing the city of Watertown to publish digital legal notices By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2321) of Steven Owens (with the approval of the city council) for legislation to allow print free digital legal notices for the city of Watertown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4205
An Act authorizing the city of Watertown to lease property at 124 Watertown street, Watertown (former Parker school) By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4205) of Steven Owens (with the approval of the city council) that the city of Watertown be authorized to lease space at the former Parker school in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4687
An Act relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven Owens (with the approval of the city council) relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Wayland

H.2272
An Act authorizing remote participation at town meetings in the town of Wayland By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2272) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, David Paul Linsky and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town of Wayland be authorized to hold annual and special hybrid town meetings. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4137
An Act authorizing the town to establish a millennium fund of the Wayland Free Public Library By Representatives Linsky of Natick and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4137) of David Paul Linsky (by vote of the town) that the town of Wayland be authorized to establish a millennium fund of the Wayland Free Public Library. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Wellesley

H.4143
An Act relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4143) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4140
An Act relative to non-civil service public safety personnel in the town of Wellesley By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4140) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Wellesley be authorized to increase the 15-mile residency limit to certain non-civil service public safety personnel. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4138
An Act allowing “print-free” digital legal notices for the town of Wellesley By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4138) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Wellesley be authorized to satisfy legal notice requirements by digital publications. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4139
An Act authorizing the town of Wellesley to dissolve its Housing Development Corporation By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4139) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Wellesley be authorized to dissolve the housing development corporation of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Wellfleet

H.2310
An Act authorizing the Wellfleet selectboard to lease property to the Wellfleet food pantry, inc By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2310) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that town of Wellfleet be authorized to lease property in said town to the Wellfleet Food pantry, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
HD.4362
An Act authorizing the town of Wellfleet to establish a real estate transfer fee
H.4191
An Act authorizing the town of Wellfleet to enact a pesticide reduction bylaw By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4191) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Wellfleet to enact a pesticide reduction bylaw. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

West Springfield

H.4155
An Act relative to adding four additional liquor licenses to the town West Springfield By Representative Finn of West Springfield and Senator Velis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4155) of Michael J. Finn (with the approval of the mayor and town council) that the city known as the town of West Springfield be authorized to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4287
An Act authorizing the city known as the town of West Springfield to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises

West Tisbury

H.4378
An Act relative to affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury By Representative Moakley of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4378) of Thomas W. Moakley (by vote of the town) relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of West Tisbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]

Westborough

H.4751
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Westborough By Representatives Donaghue of Westborough and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4751) of Kate Donaghue, Hannah Kane and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Westborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Westfield

H.3963
An Act relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3963) of Kelly W. Pease (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.1919
An Act relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1919) of John C. Velis (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to the retirement of Greg Heath, a former firefighter of the city of Westfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3916
An Act to authorize the city of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3916) of Kelly W. Pease (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Westfield be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4315
An Act authorizing the City of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4315) of Kelly W. Pease (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Westfield be authorized to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of firefighter in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Westford

H.3282
An Act authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC By Representative Arciero of Westford and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3282) of James Arciero (by vote of the town) that the town of Westford be authorized to release agricultural preservation restrictions over certain land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Westminster

S.2505
An Act relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2505) (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Peter J. Durant and Kimberly N. Ferguson (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the dissolution of the Holmes Park Water District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Weston

H.4031
An Act increasing the age limit for retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Weston By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Barrett, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4031) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) relative to increasing the age limit for retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Weston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4158
An Act expanding the select board of the town of Weston By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Barrett, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4158) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) that the town of Weston be authorized to expand its select board from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Westwood

H.4188
An Act authorizing the town of Westwood to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4188) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Westwood be authorized to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4753
An Act relative to the charter of the town of Westwood By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4753) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Westwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Whately

H.4241
An Act granting the town of Whately the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Whately residents aged 16 and 17 years old By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4241) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Whately be authorized to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town of Whately residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

Wilbraham

HD.5399
An Act providing for the appointment and removal authority of the town administrator of the town of Wilbraham for employees other than those sworn officers of the Wilbraham police department and Wilbraham fire department appointed by the select board, and department heads appointed by the select board, and department heads appointed by boards and commissions so authorized by general law or by-law

Williamsburg

H.4524
An Act changing the name of the board of selectmen in the town of Williamsburg to select board By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4524) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of Williamsburg be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Williamstown

H.3026
An Act allowing the town of Williamstown to expand financial eligibility for senior property tax exemption By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3026) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) that the town of Williamstown be authorized to expand financial eligibility for the senior property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4347
An Act relative to the Williamstown Library Trustees By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4347) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) relative to the terms of library trustees in the town of Williamstown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Worcester

H.3929
An Act relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer for the city of Worcester By Representative O'Day of West Boylston and Senator Moore, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3929) of James J. O'Day and Michael O. Moore (with the approval of the city council) relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer for the city of Worcester. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4474
An Act relative to provisional employees of the city of Worcester and exempting certain positions from the civil service law By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4474) of James J. O'Day and Michael O. Moore (with the approval of the city council) relative to provisional employees of the city of Worcester and exempting certain positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
S.2617
An Act granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2617) of Michael O. Moore (with the approval of the city council) to grant the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4581
An Act granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4581) of James J. O'Day (with the approval of the city council) that the city of Worcester be authorized to require the adoption of institutional master plans in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Wrentham

H.4269
An Act authorizing the town of Wrentham to exempt from taxation certain real estate owned and occupied by the surviving spouse of Wrentham Deputy Chief George C. Labonte By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4269) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) that the town of Wrentham be authorized to exempt certain real estate owned and occupied by the surviving spouse of former deputy police chief George C. Labonte from taxation. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4268
An Act to authorize the Wrentham Select Board to remove the position of lieutenant of the town of Wrentham Police Department from the requirements of M.G.L. Ch. 31 By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4268) of Marcus S. Vaughn (by vote of the town) that the town of Wrentham be authorized to remove the position of lieutenant of the police department of said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

Yarmouth

S.2712
An Act relative to the town of Yarmouth Division of Natural Resources employees By Mr. Cyr and Mr.Diggs of Barnstable, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2712) of Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the town of Yarmouth Division of Natural Resources employees. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

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