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• Chapter 1 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SPECIAL ELECTIONS. (see House, No. H.3841) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2014
• Chapter 2 AN ACT RELATIVE TO INSURANCE PROCEEDS FOR INJURED POLICE AND FIRE PERSONNEL IN THE TOWN OF NORTHBOROUGH. (see House, No. H.3510) Approved by the Governor, January 16, 2014
• Chapter 3 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN MANAGER IN THE TOWN OF COHASSET. (see House, No. H.3486) Approved by the Governor, January 16, 2014
• Chapter 4 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF TOWNSEND. (see House, No. H.3545) Approved by the Governor, January 16, 2014
• Chapter 5 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF LINCOLN TO GRANT A LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3531) Approved by the Governor, January 16, 2014
• Chapter 6 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SPECIAL CITY ELECTION IN THE CITY OF BEVERLY. (see House, No. H.3850) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 7 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DENISE MACKINNON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.1973) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 8 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR TINA GIANGREGORIO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see Senate, No. S.1863) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 9 AN ACT AMENDING THE SPECIAL LEGISLATION ESTABLISHING THE ACTON COMMUNITY HOUSING CORPORATION. (see House, No. H.3833) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 10 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY CERTAIN VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE CITY OF GARDNER FROM TAXATION. (see House, No. H.3445) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 11 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN LAND TO THE TOWN OF BELMONT FOR RECREATION, PUBLIC WORKS OR OTHER MUNICIPAL PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.2869) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 12 AN ACT RELATIVE TO MEMBERSHIP IN THE GOVERNOR'S HIGHWAY SAFETY COMMITTEE. (see House, No. H.3787) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 13 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PORTABLE ELECTRONICS INSURANCE. (see House, No. H.3541) Approved by the Governor, January 23, 2014
• Chapter 14 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WELLESLEY TO PLACE A QUESTION ON THE TOWN ELECTION BALLOT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN TO GRANT 6 LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3866) Approved by the Governor, January 28, 2014
• Chapter 15 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BELMONT TO GRANT LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3780) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 16 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BELMONT TO GRANT LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3656) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 17 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF TOWN ADMINISTRATOR IN THE TOWN OF BELMONT. (see House, No. H.3657) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 18 AN ACT EXEMPTING DAVID EDDY FROM THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS IN THE CITY OF METHUEN. (see House, No. H.2226) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 19 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS OF THE TOWN OF NEWBURY TO GRANT AN ABATEMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES TO CERTAIN PLUM ISLAND HOMEOWNERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013. (see Senate, No. S.1909) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 20 AN ACT RELATIVE TO WATER SERVICE IN THE TOWN OF SOMERSET. (see House, No. H.3618) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 21 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KATRINA ALIENGENA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see Senate, No. S.1960) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2014
• Chapter 22 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF SANDWICH. (see Senate, No. S.1884) Approved by the Governor, February 3, 2014
• Chapter 23 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3471) Approved by the Governor, February 6, 2014
• Chapter 24 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOSEPH W. TETA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.3781) Approved by the Governor, February 6, 2014
• Chapter 25 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIA A. DECOSTE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE OFFICE OF MEDICAID. (see Senate, No. S.1983) Approved by the Governor, February 6, 2014
• Chapter 26 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SPECIAL ELECTION FOR REPRESENTATIVE IN THE GENERAL COURT IN THE FIFTH SUFFOLK DISTRICT. (see House, No. H.3897) Approved by the Governor, February 10, 2014
• Chapter 27 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ANDOVER TO EXCHANGE CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND. (see House, No. H.3483) Approved by the Governor, February 12, 2014
• Chapter 28 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CHILDHOOD VACCINE PROGRAM. (see Senate, No. S.1971) Approved by the Governor, February 12, 2014
• Chapter 29 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CONVEYANCE OF AN EASEMENT IN THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON. (see House, No. H.2845) Approved by the Governor, February 12, 2014
• Chapter 30 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ORLEANS TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3622) Approved by the Governor, February 12, 2014
• Chapter 31 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DEBRA SAVERSE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE. (see Senate, No. S.1984) Approved by the Governor, February 13, 2014
• Chapter 32 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NEEDHAM TO PLACE A QUESTION ON THE BALLOT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN TO GRANT CERTAIN LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3829) Approved by the Governor, February 20, 2014
• Chapter 33 AN ACT REDUCING THE SEWER BETTERMENT INTEREST RATE ON REPAYMENTS IN THE TOWN OF EASTON. (see House, No. H.3583) Approved by the Governor, February 20, 2014
• Chapter 34 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OR LEASE OF A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON FOR PARK, RECREATION OR OPEN SPACE PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.2844) Approved by the Governor, February 20, 2014
• Chapter 35 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ASHLAND TO ESTABLISH AN ENTERPRISE FUND. (see House, No. H.3627) Approved by the Governor, February 21, 2014
• Chapter 36 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CAROL L. CLARK, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see House, No. H.3830) Approved by the Governor, February 21, 2014
• Chapter 37 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SALEM TO CONVERT 1 SEASONAL LICENSE TO AN ANNUAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3831) Approved by the Governor, February 21, 2014
• Chapter 38 AN ACT FURTHER LIMITING THE LIABILITY OF PERSONS RENDERING CERTAIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE. (see Senate, No. S.1993) Approved by the Governor, February 21, 2014
• Chapter 39 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.3880) Approved by the Governor, March 4, 2014
• Chapter 40 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR RICHARD MAYNARD, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see Senate, No. S.2000) Approved by the Governor, March 4, 2014
• Chapter 41 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF FALL RIVER TO USE CERTAIN PARK LAND FOR COMBINED SEWER OVERFLOW CONTROL. (see Senate, No. S.1851) Approved by the Governor, March 4, 2014
• Chapter 42 AN ACT RELATIVE TO NEWBORN PULSE OXIMETRY SCREENINGS FOR CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS. (see Senate, No. S.1919) Approved by the Governor, March 6, 2014
• Chapter 43 AN ACT RELATIVE TO UNLAWFUL SEXUAL SURVEILLANCE. (see House, No. H.3934) Approved by the Governor, March 7, 2014
• Chapter 44 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ARLINGTON TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL ACCOUNT FOR THE PURCHASE, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC WORKS OF ART. (see Senate, No. S.1794) Approved by the Governor, March 11, 2014
• Chapter 45 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARGARET C. HENDERSON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. (see House, No. H.45) Approved by the Governor, March 11, 2014
• Chapter 46 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF DEDHAM. (see House, No. H.3518) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 47 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION IN THE TOWN OF HARDWICK. (see House, No. H.3818) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 48 AN ACT ENCOURAGING THE IMPROVEMENT, EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF MILITARY INSTALLATIONS IN THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.3736) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 49 AN ACT REGULATING SEWER BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS IN THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH. (see Senate, No. S.1939) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 50 AN ACT ELIMINATING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE TOWN OF ACUSHNET. (see House, No. H.3834) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 51 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANGELA FUREY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see Senate, No. S.1998) Approved by the Governor, March 14, 2014
• Chapter 52 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.3947) Approved by the Acting Governor, March 17, 2014
• Chapter 53 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF DEDHAM (see House, No. H.3955) Approved by the Acting Governor, March 19, 2014
• Chapter 54 AN ACT ENSURING THE SAFETY OF PEOPLE WITH PETS IN DISASTERS (see Senate, No. S.1172) Approved by the Governor, March 24, 2014
• Chapter 55 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PARKS AND FIELDS CAPITAL ENHANCEMENTS SPECIAL REVENUE FUND IN THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH (see House, No. H.3862) Approved by the Governor, March 24, 2014
• Chapter 56 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT EASEMENTS OVER CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND TO THE TOWN OF AMHERST (see Senate, No. S.1531) Approved by the Governor, March 24, 2014
• Chapter 57 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HADLEY TO GRANT 6 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND 6 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.3790) Approved by the Governor, March 26, 2014
• Chapter 58 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PRIVATE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (see Senate, No. S.873) Approved by the Governor, March 26, 2014
• Chapter 59 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BURLINGTON TO GRANT ADDITIONAL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSES (see House, No. H.3688) Approved by the Governor, April 2, 2014
• Chapter 60 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WINCHESTER TO CONTINUE EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE CHIEF KENNETH C. ALBERTELLI (see House, No. H.3791) Approved by the Governor, April 2, 2014
• Chapter 61 AN ACT RELATIVE TO INSURANCE PROCEEDS FROM PROPERTY CLAIMS IN THE TOWN OF NORTHBOROUGH (see House, No. H.3509) Approved by the Governor, April 2, 2014
• Chapter 62 AN ACT RELATIVE TO VETERANS’ ALLOWANCES, LABOR, OUTREACH AND RECOGNITION (see Senate, No. S.2052) Approved by the Governor, April 3, 2014
• Chapter 63 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF REVERE AS THE RITA SINGER BRIDGE (see House, No. H.3649) Approved by the Governor, April 8, 2014
• Chapter 64 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WEBSTER TO ISSUE 1 ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES OF 41 WORCESTER ROAD (see Senate, No. S.1989) Approved by the Governor, April 9, 2014
• Chapter 65 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BEVERLY TO ISSUE ADDITIONAL LIQUOR LICENSES (see House, No. H.3739) Approved by the Governor, April 8, 2014
• Chapter 66 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BOARD OF WATER AND SEWER COMMISSIONERS IN THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT (see House, No. H.3823) Approved by the Governor, April 8, 2014
• Chapter 67 AN ACT DESIGNATING EACH OF 2 CERTAIN BRIDGES IN THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE AS THE U.S. NAVY SEAL KEVIN A. HOUSTON VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see House, No. H.3101) Approved by the Governor, April 9, 2014
• Chapter 68 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SCITUATE TO ESTABLISH THE DATE OF ITS ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION (see House, No. H.3911) Approved by the Governor, April 9, 2014
• Chapter 69 AN ACT DIRECTING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF MEDFIELD TO THE TOWN OF MEDFIELD (see Senate, No. S.1889) Approved by the Governor, April 9, 2014
• Chapter 70 AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING A CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATION AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4023) Approved by the Governor, April 10, 2014
• Chapter 71 AN ACT RELATIVE TO UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE RATES (see House, No. H.4036) Approved by the Governor, April 14, 2014
• Chapter 72 AN ACT EXEMPTING PART-TIME CALL FIREFIGHTERS IN THE TOWN OF ATHOL FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW (see Senate, No. S.1930) Approved by the Governor, April 14, 2014
• Chapter 73 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN TO EXEMPT CERTAIN ECO-TOILET INSTALLATIONS FROM SEWER CONNECTIONS AND ASSOCIATED BETTERMENTS IN THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH (see Senate, No. S.1938) Approved by the Governor, April 14, 2014
• Chapter 74 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CYNTHIA SALSMAN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE SOLDIERS' HOME IN MASSACHUSETTS (see Senate, No. S.2029) Approved by the Governor, April 14, 2014
• Chapter 75 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WEBSTER TO ISSUE FIVE ADDITIONAL ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES DESIGNATED FOR USE IN THE DOWNTOWN’S “SLUM AND BLIGHT” MAIN STREET AREA (see Senate, No. S.1990) Approved by the Governor, April 15, 2014
• Chapter 76 AN ACT RELATIVE TO TIME SHARE RESALE AND TRANSFER SERVICE PROVIDERS (see House, No. H.3613) Approved by the Governor, April 16, 2014
• Chapter 77 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF ANDOVER AS THE ANDOVER VETERANS OF THE IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN WARS MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.1967) Approved by the Governor, April 17, 2014
• Chapter 78 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A MASSACHUSETTS BOSTON STRONG LICENSE PLATE (see House, No. H.3664) Approved by the Governor, April 18, 2014
• Chapter 79 AN ACT FINANCING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMMONWEALTH'S TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (see House, No. H.4046) Approved by the Governor, April 18, 2014
• Chapter 80 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MASHPEE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3767) Approved by the Governor, April 18, 2014
• Chapter 81 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF EASEMENTS AT NORTHERN ESSEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL (see House, No. H.3905) Approved by the Acting Governor, April 18, 2014
• Chapter 82 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN STATE LAND IN THE TOWN OF SHARON (see House, No. H.2831) Approved by the Governor, April 18, 2014
• Chapter 83 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WESTPORT TO LEASE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND (see Senate, No. S.1961) Approved by the Governor, April 23, 2014
• Chapter 84 AN ACT TO CREATE AN ANNUAL SERVICE AND VOLUNTEERISM DAY (see Senate, No. S.2071) Approved by the Governor, April 23, 2014
• Chapter 85 AN ACT REVIVING AND CONTINUING THE TASK FORCE ON THE PREVENTION OF UNLAWFUL AND UNNECESSARY FORECLOSURES (see House, No. H.3969) Approved by the Governor, April 23, 2014
• Chapter 86 AN ACT RELATIVE TO BULLYING IN SCHOOLS (see House, No. H.3909) Approved by the Governor, April 24, 2014
• Chapter 87 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF IPSWICH TO GRANT CERTAIN RETROACTIVE REAL ESTATE TAX ABATEMENTS (see Senate, No. S.1910) Approved by the Governor, April 24, 2014
• Chapter 88 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE SCUSSET BEACH STATE RESERVATION TRUST FUND (see Senate, No. S.1395) Approved by the Governor, April 24, 2014
• Chapter 89 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CARMEN MAHONE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT (see House, No. H.3981) Approved by the Governor, April 29, 2014
• Chapter 90 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE (see House, No. H.3919) Approved by the Governor, May 1, 2014
• Chapter 91 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE WEST BARNSTABLE FIRE DISTRICT TO FUND LIBRARY SERVICES FOR THE WHELDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY (see House, No. H.3648) Approved by the Governor, May 1, 2014
• Chapter 92 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ALEXANDER RODRIGUEZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT (see Senate, No. S.1968) Approved by the Governor, May 1, 2014
• Chapter 93 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIA ELASKAR-STACK, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (see Senate, No. S.2087) Approved by the Governor, May 1, 2014
• Chapter 94 AN ACT VALIDATING CERTAIN ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING HELD IN THE TOWN OF SWAMPSCOTT (see House, No. H.3768) Approved by the Governor, May 1, 2014
• Chapter 95 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ESSEX NORTH SHORE AGRICULTURAL AND TECHNICAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3959) Approved by the Governor, May 7, 2014
• Chapter 96 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY OF NEWTON (see House, No. H.3864) Approved by the Governor, May 7, 2014
• Chapter 97 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE TOWN OF WORTHINGTON FROM THE GATEWAY REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3815) Approved by the Governor, May 7, 2014
• Chapter 98 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CHRISTINE GREEN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see House, No. H.3957) Approved by the Governor, May 14, 2014
• Chapter 99 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH FOR THE IMPROVEMENT, EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF MILITARY INSTALLATIONS (see House, No. H.3982) Approved by the Governor, May 14, 2014
• Chapter 100 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF STONEHAM TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL FUND FOR THE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF TRASH (see House, No. H.3744) Approved by the Governor, May 14, 2014
• Chapter 101 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MARION TO IMPOSE LIENS UPON PROPERTY FOR THE COLLECTION OF WATER BILLS (see House, No. H.3605) Approved by the Governor, May 14, 2014
• Chapter 102 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF STONEHAM TO CREATE A SPECIAL FUND FOR RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY PROCEEDS (see House, No. H.3743) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 103 AN ACT TO PREVENT SHACKLING AND PROMOTE SAFE PREGNANCIES FOR FEMALE INMATES (see Senate, No. S.2063) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 104 AN ACT RELATIVE TO STRENGTHENING CAMPAIGN FINANCE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS (see House, No. H.3760) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 105 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF OAKHAM TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF FIRE CHIEF THOMAS SNAY (see Senate, No. S.1999) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 106 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MICHAEL J. DONOGHUE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE NORFOLK SHERIFF'S OFFICE (see Senate, No. S.2067) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 107 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DEDHAM TO GRANT 3 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.3614) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 108 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF BOSTON AS THE FRANCES “FANNY” APPLETON BRIDGE (see House, No. H.2904) Approved by the Governor, May 15, 2014
• Chapter 109 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE APPOINTMENT OF THE HARBORMASTER IN THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD (see House, No. H.3896) Approved by the Governor, May 21, 2014
• Chapter 110 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POWERS OF THE BOSTON FAIR HOUSING COMMISSION (see House, No. H.3625) Approved by the Governor, May 21, 2014
• Chapter 111 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ELECTION LAWS (see House, No. H.3788) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2014
• Chapter 112 AN ACT INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CITY OF LOWELL BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS FROM 3 TO 5 MEMBERS (see Senate, No. S.935) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2014
• Chapter 113 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN UNDERPASS IN THE TOWN OF MANSFIELD AS THE PATROLMAN WALTER P. LANGLEY MEMORIAL UNDERPASS (see House, No. H.3922) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2014
• Chapter 114 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR SEWER COMMISSIONERS IN THE TOWN OF WAREHAM (see Senate, No. S.1856) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2014
• Chapter 115 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FILING DEADLINE FOR RESIDENTIAL EXEMPTIONS, PERSONAL EXEMPTIONS AND TAX DEFERRALS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.2603) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2014
• Chapter 116 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CHARTER FOR THE TOWN OF WRENTHAM (see Senate, No. S.2005) Approved by the Governor, May 23, 2014
• Chapter 117 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY USE OF CERTAIN PARK LANDS IN THE CITY OF NEWTON (see Senate, No. S.1991) Approved by the Governor, May 23, 2014
• Chapter 118 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FALMOUTH HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION (see Senate, No. S.1941) Approved by the Governor, May 23, 2014
• Chapter 119 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4081) Approved by the Governor, May 29, 2014
• Chapter 120 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF HEALTH IN THE CITY OF WORCESTER (see Senate, No. S.2065) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 121 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF GREENFIELD (see Senate, No. S.2103) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 122 AN ACT DESIGNATING JUNE 14 AS THE BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY AND JUNE 9 AS GENERAL SYLVANUS THAYER DAY (see Senate, No. S.1963) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 123 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF WOBURN POLICE OFFICER ROBERT DENAPOLI (see Senate, No. S.2134) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 124 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MILTON TO ASSESS AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES (see Senate, No. S.1872) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 125 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN OF DENNIS BARRIER BEACH PROTECTION STABILIZATION FUND (see House, No. H.3630) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 126 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON TO ISSUE AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.1962) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 127 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEWTON TO PLACE AN ADVISORY QUESTION ON THE BALLOT (see House, No. H.3457) Approved by the Governor, June 6, 2014
• Chapter 128 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANNE MARIE MCDONOUGH, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT (see House, No. H.4056) Approved by the Governor, June 9, 2014
• Chapter 129 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DANVERS TO GRANT 6 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4052) Approved by the Governor, June 12, 2014
• Chapter 130 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PROPERTY AT NORTHAMPTON STATE HOSPITAL (see Senate, No. S.2006) Approved by the Governor, June 12, 2014
• Chapter 131 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF EASTHAMPTON AS THE KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.1675) Approved by the Governor, June 12, 2014
• Chapter 132 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF THE CITY OF NORTH ADAMS (see Senate, No. S.2089) Approved by the Governor, June 13, 2014
• Chapter 133 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PEABODY TO GRANT 10 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4053) Approved by the Governor, June 13, 2014
• Chapter 134 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF GRAFTON FROM THE GRAFTON WATER DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3775) Approved by the Governor, June 13, 2014
• Chapter 135 AN ACT RELATIVE TO QUINCY COLLEGE (see House, No. H.3814) Approved by the Governor, June 13, 2014
• Chapter 136 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF AN APPOINTED TOWN TREASURER-COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF SOMERSET (see House, No. H.4027) Approved by the Governor, June 17, 2014
• Chapter 137 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR RECALL ELECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF LANCASTER (see Senate, No. S.2040) Approved by the Governor, June 17, 2014
• Chapter 138 AN ACT EXEMPTING MARTIN B. PARAYNO FROM THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS IN THE CITY OF METHUEN (see House, No. H.3637) Approved by the Governor, June 17, 2014
• Chapter 139 An Act relative to continuing education requirement for insurance producers (see House, No. H.880) Approved by the Governor, June 17, 2014
• Chapter 140 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANNE FEDERICO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (see House, No. H.3958) Approved by the Governor, June 19, 2014
• Chapter 141 N ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF STOW (see House, No. H.3935) Approved by the Governor, June 20, 2014
• Chapter 142 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE WILKINSONVILLE WATER DISTRICT TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND (see Senate, No. S.1995) Approved by the Governor, June 20, 2014
• Chapter 143 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SUBSTITUTION OF BIOSIMILARS (see House, No. H.3734) Approved by the Governor, June 23, 2014
• Chapter 144 AN ACT RESTORING THE MINIMUM WAGE AND PROVIDING UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE REFORMS (see Senate, No. S.2195) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 145 AN ACT EXTENDING THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IN CIVIL CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE CASES (see House, No. H.4126) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 146 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF CHESTERFIELD TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE CHIEF GARY WICKLAND (see Senate, No. S.2051) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 147 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PATHFINDER REGIONAL VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3941) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 148 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE DOMESTIC WORKERS BILL OF RIGHTS (see Senate, No. S.2132) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 149 AN ACT RELATIVE TO NATURAL GAS LEAKS (see House, No. H.4164) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 150 AN ACT RELATIVE TO BREAST CANCER EARLY DETECTION (see House, No. H.3733) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 151 AN ACT MAKING CERTAIN APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015 BEFORE FINAL ACTION ON THE GENERAL APPROPRIATION BILL (see House, No. H.4217) Approved by the Governor, June 26, 2014
• Chapter 152 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DENISE FROST, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (see Senate, No. S.2175) Approved by the Governor, June 30, 2014
• Chapter 153 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARCY L. BRAY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (see House, No. H.4041) Approved by the Governor, June 30, 2014
• Chapter 154 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ALEXIS BAEZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see Senate, No. S.2154) Approved by the Governor, June 30, 2014
• Chapter 155 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PATIENT LIMITS IN ALL HOSPITAL INTENSIVE CARE UNITS (see House, No. H.4228) Approved by the Governor, June 30, 2014
• Chapter 156 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO GRANT AN INTEREST IN LAND IN THE TOWN OF PETERSHAM (see Senate, No. S.2124) Approved by the Governor, July 2, 2014
• Chapter 157 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ENHANCING ACCESS TO SERVICES FOR MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT (see House, No. H.3704) Approved by the Governor, July 2, 2014
• Chapter 158 AN ACT TO FOSTER ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE (see Senate, No. S.2211) Approved by the Governor, July 7, 2014
• Chapter 159 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PHARMACY PRACTICE IN THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4235) Approved by the Governor, July 10, 2014
• Chapter 160 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN DESIGNATIONS IN THE TOWNS OF NORTHBRIDGE, UXBRIDGE, AND DUDLEY (see Senate, No. S.1759) Approved by the Governor, July 10, 2014
• Chapter 161 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FINANCING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION IN THE TOWN OF HARDWICK (see Senate, No. S.2081) Approved by the Governor, July 10, 2014
• Chapter 162 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HOLLISTON TO ESTABLISH A DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. (see House, No. H.3961) Approved by the Governor, July 10, 2014
• Chapter 163 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION IN THE CITY OF MEDFORD (see House, No. H.4095) Approved by the Governor, July 10, 2014
• Chapter 164 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WESTPORT TO ASSESS ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS OF REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES TO PAY CERTAIN MEDICAL EXPENSES INCURRED  BY CERTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL (see Senate, No. S.2192) Approved by the Governor, July 11, 2014
• Chapter 165 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE DEPARTMENTS, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, INSTITUTIONS AND CERTAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMONWEALTH, FOR INTEREST, SINKING FUND AND SERIAL BOND REQUIREMENTS AND FOR CERTAIN PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS (see House, No. H.4001) Approved (in part) by the Governor, July 11, 2014
• Chapter 166 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PREPARATION OF CERTAIN BILINGUAL BALLOTS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4089) Approved by the Governor, July 15, 2014
• Chapter 167 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KYLE MELVIN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (see Senate, No. S.2155) Approved by the Governor, July 15, 2014
• Chapter 168 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANDREA THOMAS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE (see House, No. H.4177) Approved by the Governor, July 15, 2014
• Chapter 169 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SCOTT BRADISH AS A FIREFIGHTER IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL NOTWITHSTANDING THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT (see House, No. H.3487) Approved by the Governor, July 15, 2014
• Chapter 170 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SCOTT MARCHAND AS A FIREFIGHTER IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL NOTWITHSTANDING THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT (see House, No. H.3807) Approved by the Governor, July 15, 2014
• Chapter 171 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A DISTRICT TO OPERATE A REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS AND DISPATCH CENTER FOR THE CITY OF REVERE AND THE TOWN OF WINTHROP (see House, No. H.3936) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2014
• Chapter 172 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS (see Senate, No. S.2045) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2014
• Chapter 173 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMONWEALTH TO REIMBURSE QUALIFYING MUNICIPALITIES FOR FEDERAL MILITARY RESERVATION STUDENTS (see House, No. H.4296) Approved by the Governor, July 22, 2014
• Chapter 174 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FROM THE COMMUNITY FIRST TRUST FUND (see House, No. H.4299) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 175 AN ACT DESIGNATING OCTOBER 9 AS PANDAS/PANS AWARENESS DAY (see House, No. H.2882) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 176 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIANGE ROBERT, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (see House, No. H.4203) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 177 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING FLOOD INSURANCE (see House, No. H.3783) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 178 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN THE TOWN OF WARE (see Senate, No. S.2109) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 179 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF MEMBERS OF THE FRANKLIN REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS TO THE STATE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM (see House, No. H.4298) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 180 AUTHORIZING THE LEASE OF AIR RIGHTS OVER A PORTION OF A MUNICIPAL OFF-STREET PARKING AREA (see House, No. H.4120) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 181 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PROOF OF IDENTITY FOR CERTAIN LICENSURE (see House, No. H.3946) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 182 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON SUNDAY MORNINGS (see House, No. H.228) Approved by the Governor, July 23, 2014
• Chapter 183 AN ACT INCREASING THE SALARIES OF DISTRICT ATTORNEYS (see House, No. H.4294) Approved by the Governor, July 24, 2014
• Chapter 184 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HEATH TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF MARGO ANN NEWTON AS POLICE CHIEF (see Senate, No. S.1789) Approved by the Governor, July 24, 2014
• Chapter 185 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARGARET POINDEXTER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (see Senate, No. S.2185) Approved by the Governor, July 24, 2014
• Chapter 186 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LANA A. SORICELLI, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (see House, No. H.4202) Approved by the Governor, July 24, 2014
• Chapter 187 AN ACT PROHIBITING THE POSSESSION, SALE, TRADE AND DISTRIBUTION OF SHARK FINS (see House, No. H.4088) Approved by the Governor, July 24, 2014
• Chapter 188 AN ACT TO FOSTER ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE (see Senate, No. S.2212) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2014
• Chapter 189 AN ACT RELATIVE TO JUVENILE LIFE SENTENCES FOR FIRST DEGREE MURDER (see House, No. H.4307) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2014
• Chapter 190 AC ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR OF THE TOWN OF SHERBORN TO APPROVE WARRANTS FOR THE PAYMENT OF TOWN FUNDS (see House, No. H.4168) Approved by the Governor, July 28, 2014
• Chapter 191 AN ACT RELATIVE TO COUNTY GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (see House, No. H.4295) Became law without Executive Approval, July 28, 2014
• Chapter 192 AN ACT GRANTING CREDITABLE SERVICE TO EMPLOYEES OF THE DEDHAM WESTWOOD WATER DISTRICT (see House, No. H.2387) Became law without Executive Approval, July 28, 2014
• Chapter 193 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE (see House, No. H.3643) Approved by the Governor, July 29, 2014
• Chapter 194 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4054) Approved by the Governor, July 29, 2014
• Chapter 195 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE EXPANSION OF THE BOSTON CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTER (see House, No. H.4308) Approved by the Governor, July 29, 2014
• Chapter 196 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING MERCURY MANAGEMENT (see Senate, No. S.2303) Approved by the Governor, July 30, 2014
• Chapter 197 AN ACT TO PROMOTE PUBLIC SAFETY AND PROTECT ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE FACILITIES (see Senate, No. S.2283) Approved by the Governor, July 30, 2014
• Chapter 198 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MASSACHUSETTS BROADBAND INSTITUTE (see Senate, No. S.2184) Approved by the Governor, July 30, 2014
• Chapter 199 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE LATE FILING OF A TAX ABATEMENT APPLICATION FOR THE AMHERST COMMITTEE FOR A BETTER CHANCE, INC. (see House, No. H.3817) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 200 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE REINSTATEMENT OF RICHARD L. CROSS AS A RESERVE POLICE OFFICER IN THE TOWN OF SOUTHWICK (see House, No. H.3852) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 201 AN ACT EXEMPTING THE POSITION OF DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE IN THE TOWN OF NATICK FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW (see House, No. H.3552) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 202 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR THOMAS D. TIERNEY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (see House, No. H.4117) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 203 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KIMBERLEY DESIATA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE (see House, No. H.4230) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 204 AN ACT VALIDATING THE ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION HELD BY THE TOWN OF WARREN (see House, No. H.4183) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 205 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE COMPENSATION OF THE SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HOLYOKE (see House, No. H.4247) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 206 AN ACT DESIGNATING MS. G OF THE MASSACHUSETTS AUDUBON SOCIETY, INC. AS THE OFFICIAL GROUNDHOG OF THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.2864) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 207 AN ACT INCREASING THE FINE FOR THE ILLEGAL TAKING OF EELS AND ELVERS (see House, No. H.3782) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 208 AN ACT DESIGNATING VOLLEYBALL AS THE OFFICAL RECREATIONAL AND TEAM SPORT OF THE COMMONWEALTH (see Senate, No. S.1627) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 209 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE NANTUCKET MOSQUITO CONTROL PROJECT (see House, No. H.4035) Approved by the Governor, July 31, 2014
• Chapter 210 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CAMPAIGN FINANCE DISCLOSURE AND TRANSPARENCY (see House, No. H.4366) Approved by the Governor, August 1, 2014
• Chapter 211 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF MEDFIELD (see House, No. H.4216) Approved by the Governor, August 1, 2014
• Chapter 212 An Act designating the Essex Probate and Family Court as the Thaddeus M. Buczko Building (see House, No. H.4124) Approved by the Governor, August 1, 2014
• Chapter 213 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT A SEWER EASEMENT UNDER CERTAIN LAND IN THE TOWN OF TEWKSBURY (see Senate, No. S.2082) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 214 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ACTON TO TRANSFER CERTAIN FOREST LAND TO GENERAL MUNICIPAL PURPOSES (see House, No. H.3776) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 215 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MILTON TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN PROPERTY AND TO CONVEY CERTAIN PROPERTY (see House, No. H.4332) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 216 AN ACT DIRECTING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND TO THE SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (see House, No. H.2838) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 217 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND BY THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO THE NANTUCKET ISLANDS LAND BANK (see House, No. H.4101) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 218 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND BY THE COUNTY OF NANTUCKET (see House, No. H.4103) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 219 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT CERTAIN EASEMENTS TO THE TOWN OF BROOKFIELD (see Senate, No. S.2311) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 220 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH (see House, No. H.4157) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 221 AN ACT VALIDATING THE ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION IN THE TOWN OF DUDLEY (see House, No. H.4257) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 222 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANITA REBELLO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (see House, No. H.4268) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 223 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO SELL OR LEASE CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF TEWKSBURY (see Senate, No. S.2053) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 224 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME TO RELEASE A CERTAIN CONSERVATION RESTRICTION ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN EXCHANGE FOR ACQUIRING A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF WINCHENDON (see Senate, No. S.2044) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 225 AN ACT RELATIVE TO UNIFORM ADULT GUARDIANSHIP AND PROTECTIVE PROCEEDINGS JURISDICTION (see Senate, No. S.2249) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 226 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND OTHER INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (see House, No. H.4047) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 227 AN ACT PROTECTING CERTAIN PERSONS WHO RENDER VOLUNTARY SERVICES AT THE SCENE OF A DISASTER OR CATASTROPHE (see Senate, No. S.795) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 228 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MASSACHUSETTS ALZHEIMER'S AND RELATED DEMENTIAS ACUTE CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (see Senate, No. S.1882) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 229 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO LEASE CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF TEWKSBURY (see House, No. H.4085) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 230 AN ACT RELATIVE TO POTLUCK EVENTS (see House, No. H.3680) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 231 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE GRANTING OF AN EASEMENT AT REA'S POND SEWER PUMP STATION IN THE TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER (see Senate, No. S.1815) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 232 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF HUBBARDSTON (see Senate, No. S.2288) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 233 AN ACT REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A REGIONAL SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT FUND (see House, No. H.4019) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 234 AN ACT REQUIRING NATIONAL BACKGROUND CHECKS (see House, No. H.4327) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 235 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITIES (see House, No. H.4374) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 236 AN ACT MODERNIZING LICENSING OPERATIONS AT THE DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE (see House, No. H.4254) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 237 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR CAPITAL FACILITY REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.3933) Approved by the Governor, August 5, 2014
• Chapter 238 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF HOLYOKE (see House, No. H.4113) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 239 AN ACT PROVIDING THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH TO STIMULATE ECONOMIC GROWTH (see House, No. H.4241) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 240 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CHANGE OF USE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF ADAMS (see Senate, No. S.2291) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 241 AN ACT RELEASING CERTAIN LAND IN THE TOWN OF DRACUT FROM THE OPERATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION RESTRICTION (see House, No. H.3800) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 242 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION TO LEASE CERTAIN PARKLAND IN THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.1966) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 243 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TOWN OF SANDWICH FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW (see Senate, No. S.1964) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 244 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TO EXCHANGE A PARCEL OF LAND HELD FOR WATER PURPOSES FOR A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH (see House, No. H.3960) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 245 AN ACT INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND INCREASING THE QUORUM FOR THE TRANSACTION OF THE CORPORATE BUSINESS OF AMHERST COLLEGE (see Senate, No. S.2267) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 246 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT EASEMENTS TO NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY (see House, No. H.4288) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 247 AN ACT MAKING CORRECTIVE CHANGES IN CERTAIN LAWS REGARDING THE TAXATION OF FOREST, FARM AND RECREATIONAL LAND (see House, No. H.2551) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 248 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CONSERVATION RESTRICTION IN THE TOWN OF STOW (see House, No. H.3474) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 249 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF WALTHAM (see House, No. H.4358) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 250 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LABOR RELATIONS (see Senate, No. S.1218) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 251 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CREDIT FOR THERMAL ENERGY GENERATED WITH RENEWABLE FUELS (see Senate, No. S.2214) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 252 AN ACT RELATIVE TO TITLE PROTECTION (see House, No. H.175) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 253 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MASSACHUSETTS CREDIT UNION SHARE INSURANCE CORPORATION (see House, No. H.4112) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 254 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN JUDICIAL PROCEDURES IN THE SUPERIOR COURT (see House, No. H.4123) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 255 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REAL LIVES (see House, No. H.4237) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 256 AN ACT RELATIVE TO INSURANCE IN THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.2779) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 257 AN ACT FINANCING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT AND RELATED PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4355) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 258 AN ACT TO INCREASE OPPORTUNITIES FOR LONG-TERM SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY (see Senate, No. S.2142) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 259 AN ACT IMPROVING DRINKING WATER AND WASTEWATER INFRASTRUCTURE (see Senate, No. S.2021) Approved by the Governor, August 6, 2014
• Chapter 260 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (see Senate, No. S.2334) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 261 AN ACT EXEMPTING THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET FROM THE PROVISIONS OF MGL AND THE CODE OF MASSACHUSETTS REGULATIONS REGARDING FUNERAL DIRECTORS, EMBALMERS, FUNERAL HOMES, AND CREMATORIES (see House, No. H.4227) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 262 AN ACT TO PRESERVE THE HISTORIC SPEEDWAY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING IN THE BRIGHTON SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4359) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 263 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY AND TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND (see House, No. H.3801) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 264 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SIMULCASTING (see House, No. H.4386) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 265 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.2333) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 266 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO TRANSFER CARE, CUSTODY AND CONTROL OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF SANDWICH IN EXCHANGE FOR CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWNS OF BOURNE AND SANDWICH (see House, No. H.4344) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 267 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ORGAN RETENTION (see House, No. H.4378) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 268 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF SHREWSBURY (see House, No. H.4349) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 269 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH (see House, No. H.3891) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 270 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE PRESERVATION OF A MEMORIAL TO LANDING SHIP TANKS IN THE TOWN OF HINGHAM (see House, No. H.4232) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 271 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO LEASE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.2859) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 272 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE LEASE, LICENSE AND CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN COMMONWEALTH PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4370) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 273 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CHILDREN OF CORRECTION OFFICERS (see House, No. H.2222) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 274 AN ACT CLARIFYING THE TERM OF APPOINTMENT OF NON-CIVIL SERVICE POLICE OFFICERS (see House, No. H.3525) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 275 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CHANGE OF USE OF CERTAIN CONSERVATION LAND IN THE TOWN OF DUXBURY (see House, No. H.3902) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 276 AN ACT RELATIVE TO FAIR RETAINAGE PAYMENTS IN PRIVATE CONSTRUCTION (see Senate, No. S.2271) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 277 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN OF CHATHAM CONSERVATION COMMISSION AND LAND WITHIN THE TOWN OF HARWICH (see House, No. H.777) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 278 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF FALL RIVER (see Senate, No. S.1847) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 279 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY TO DISPOSE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BOSTON AND TO RELEASE AN EASEMENT UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see Senate, No. S.2139) Approved by the Governor, August 8, 2014
• Chapter 280 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF PAPER MILL ROAD AS A PUBLIC WAY IN THE CITY OF WESTFIELD (see Senate, No. S.2169) Approved by the Governor, August 11, 2014
• Chapter 281 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF A PARCEL OF LAND FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION TO THE BOSTON REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4363) Approved by the Governor, August 11, 2014
• Chapter 282 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A BOAT HOUSE LAND LEASE IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.768) Approved by the Governor, August 11, 2014
• Chapter 283 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PLANNING COMMITTEES (see House, No. H.3789) Approved by the Governor, August 11, 2014
• Chapter 284 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE REDUCTION OF GUN VIOLENCE (see House, No. H.4376) Approved by the Governor, August 13, 2014
• Chapter 285 AN ACT INCREASING THE EXEMPTION FOR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY FROM 30 PER CENT TO 35 PER CENT IN THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE (see House, No. H.4188) Approved by the Governor, August 13, 2014
• Chapter 286 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE PRESERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF LAND, PARKS AND CLEAN ENERGY IN THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4375) Approved by the Governor, August 13, 2014
• Chapter 287 AN ACT PROMOTING ECONOMIC GROWTH ACROSS THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4377) Approved (in part) by the Governor, August 13, 2014
• Chapter 288 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ATHANASIOS GOUGOULIAS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (see House, No. H.4267) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 289 AN ACT VALIDATING THE RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING OF THE TOWN OF MILLIS HELD ON MAY 12, 2014 (see House, No. H.4182) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 290 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TERM OF MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SALEM (see House, No. H.3915) Approved by the Governor, August 13, 2014
• Chapter 291 AN ACT TO PROMOTE THE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE FORMER WEYMOUTH NAVAL AIR STATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE TOWNS OF ABINGTON, ROCKLAND, AND WEYMOUTH, THE NAS SOUTH WEYMOUTH REGION AND THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4372) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 292 AN ACT ESTABLISHING UNIFORM WAGE COMPLIANCE AND RECORD KEEPING (see Senate, No. S.858) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 293 AN ACT PROTECTING ANIMAL WELFARE AND SAFETY (see Senate, No. S.2345) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 294 AN ACT ESTABLISHING ATAXIA AWARENESS DAY (see Senate, No. S.2007) Approved by the Governor, August 20, 2014
• Chapter 295 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4418) Approved by the Governor, August 21, 2014
• Chapter 296 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CHICOPEE TO CHANGE THE USE OF THE CHICOPEE FALLS BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY (see House, No. H.4221) Approved by the Governor, August 21, 2014
• Chapter 297 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A VOTE IN THE BERKSHIRE HILLS REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (see Senate, No. S.2302) Approved by the Governor, August 21, 2014
• Chapter 298 AN ACT INCREASING THE NUMBER OF SELECTMEN IN THE TOWN OF SHERBORN (see House, No. H.4169) Approved by the Governor, August 21, 2014
• Chapter 299 AN ACT RECOGNIZING THE PROFESSION OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS TO BID ON STATE CONTRACTS (see House, No. H.4303) Approved by the Governor, August 21, 2014
• Chapter 300 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ASSESSMENT OF BETTERMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO PRIVATE WAYS IN THE TOWN OF HARWICH (see House, No. H.3869) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 301 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF HOLYOKE TO ISSUE ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4048) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 302 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF CONWAY TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF ROBERT BAKER AND RONALD HAWKES (see House, No. H.3876) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 303 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF BILLY RAY HAWKINS, JR . AS A FIREFIGHTER IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL NOTWITHSTANDING THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT (see House, No. H.3228) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 304 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DARTMOUTH TO ACCEPT CERTAIN ROADWAYS AS PUBLIC WAYS (see House, No. H.3697) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 305 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ROCK WALL CLIMBING SAFEGUARDS (see Senate, No. S.2253) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 306 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR RENTAL PROPERTIES IN THE TOWN OF TRURO RESTRICTED AS AFFORDABLE HOUSING (see House, No. H.2693) Approved by the Governor, August 28, 2014
• Chapter 307 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DEFENSE POLICIES OF THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4109) Approved by the Governor, September 3, 2014
• Chapter 308 AN ACT VALIDATING THE RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING OF THE TOWN OF ASHLAND HELD ON MAY 2, 2012 (see House, No. H.3675) Approved by the Governor, September 5, 2014
• Chapter 309 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE REINSTATEMENT OF KENNETH G. LAXTON AS A RESERVE POLICE OFFICER IN THE TOWN OF SOUTHWICK (see House, No. H.3853) Approved by the Governor, September 5, 2014
• Chapter 310 AN ACT INCREASING THE NUMBER OF LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE TOWN OF EASTON (see House, No. H.4198) Approved by the Governor, September 5, 2014
• Chapter 311 AN ACT RELATIVE TO RACING DAYS (see House, No. H.4365) Approved by the Governor, September 9, 2014
• Chapter 312 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BOSTON TO GRANT 6 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4099) Approved by the Governor, September 9, 2014
• Chapter 313 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE 104TH FIGHTER WING FIRE DEPARTMENT (see Senate, No. S.1145) Approved by the Governor, September 9, 2014
• Chapter 314 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL EXPENDITURE FUND IN THE TOWN OF REHOBOTH (see House, No. H.4225) Approved by the Governor, September 9, 2014
• Chapter 315 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES IN THE TOWN OF TOPSFIELD. (see House, No. H.4167) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 316 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MILTON TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2166) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 317 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOHN GALLAGHER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES (see Senate, No. S.2358) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 318 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ANTHONY GERNIGLIA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES (see Senate, No. S.2359) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 319 AN ACT EXEMPTING THE POSITION OF DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF IN THE TOWN OF DEDHAM FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW (see House, No. H.3517) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 320 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SHREWSBURY TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL FUND (see House, No. H.4219) Approved by the Governor, September 11, 2014
• Chapter 321 AN ACT VALIDATING THE ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION HELD BY THE TOWN OF SOUTHAMPTON (see House, No. H.4161) Approved by the Governor, September 22, 2014
• Chapter 322 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BOAT LAUNCH AREA IN THE TOWN OF HARDWICK AS THE STEPHEN M. BREWER FISHING AREA (see House, No. H.4032) Approved by the Governor, September 22, 2014
• Chapter 323 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DARTMOUTH TO ESTABLISH AN ENTERPRISE FUND (see House, No. H.3623) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 324 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE COLLECTOR OF TAXES IN THE TOWN OF BLANDFORD (see House, No. H.4170) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 325 AN ACT GRANTING AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE TOWN OF MILTON (see House, No. H.4191) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 326 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF CONWAY TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE OFFICER DAVID JOHNSON (see House, No. H.4195) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 327 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MICHAEL J. MACUCH, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (see House, No. H.4407) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 328 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KATHLEEN RESTUCCIA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT (see House, No. H.4381) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 329 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SOUTHBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4311) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 330 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SOUTHBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4312) Approved by the Governor, September 25, 2014
• Chapter 331 AN ACT VALIDATING THE RESULTS OF A CERTAIN ELECTION HELD IN THE TOWN OF LANCASTER (see House, No. H.4331) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 332 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN MUNICIPAL SALARIES IN THE CITY OF LYNN (see House, No. H.4335) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 333 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF BELLINGHAM (see Senate, No. S.2066) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 334 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR TRACY LONGVALL-RIVERA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES (see House, No. H.3904) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 335 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE METROWEST COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN (see Senate, No. S.1920) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 336 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR TIMOTHY MAXFIELD, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (see Senate, No. S.2369) Approved by the Governor, October 1, 2014
• Chapter 337 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ABATEMENT OF A CERTAIN SEWER BETTERMENT ASSESSMENT IN THE TOWN OF STURBRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.2140) Approved by the Governor, October 3, 2014
• Chapter 338 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION FOR THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET (see House, No. H.4102) Approved by the Governor, October 3, 2014
• Chapter 339 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PRIVATE ROAD MAINTENANCE. (see House, No. H.4336) Approved by the Governor, October 3, 2014
• Chapter 340 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN TREASURER IN THE TOWN OF BLANDFORD (see House, No. H.4171) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 341 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF NEEDHAM AS THE REVEREND LT. DANIEL J. KENNEDY, USN MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.2170) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 342 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF WESTPORT TO BORROW MONEY FOR THE PAYMENT OF CERTAIN MEDICAL EXPENSES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL (see Senate, No. S.2193) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 343 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE LIST OF LEGAL INVESTMENTS PREPARED BY THE COMMISSIONER OF BANKS (see House, No. H.3954) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 344 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE LAST TUESDAY OF MAY AS SOUTHBRIDGE LIONS CLUB BOW TIES FOR ESOPHAGEAL CANCER AWARENESS DAY (see House, No. H.4205) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 345 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF HARWICH (see House, No. H.4220) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 346 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LIABILITY COVERAGE UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS PROPERTY INSURANCE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION (see Senate, No. S.465) Approved by the Governor, October 9, 2014
• Chapter 347 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE LICENSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WOBURN TO GRANT 6 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2280) Approved by the Governor, October 10, 2014
• Chapter 348 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF STONEHAM TO GRANT 5 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.3786) Approved by the Governor, October 10, 2014
• Chapter 349 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WHATELY TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF DONALD DUFAULT AND JOHN DUBOIS (see House, No. H.4222) Approved by the Governor, October 17, 2014
• Chapter 350 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PRIVATE ROADS IN THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE (see House, No. H.4409) Approved by the Governor, October 17, 2014
• Chapter 351 An Act relative to improving notice requirements for self-storage (see Senate, No. S.2297) Approved by the Governor, October 17, 2014
• Chapter 352 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CABLE PEG ACCESS ENTERPRISE FUND (see House, No. H.1860) Approved by the Governor, October 17, 2014
• Chapter 353 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF IPSWICH TO GRANT 2 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2279) Approved by the Governor, October 20, 2014
• Chapter 354 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR RECALL ELECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF HINSDALE (see House, No. H.4064) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 355 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FUNDING OF MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS OF PRIVATE WAYS IN THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE (see House, No. H.4410) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 356 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HUDSON TO GRANT ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES AT HIGHLAND COMMONS (see House, No. H.4411) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 357 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HUDSON TO GRANT ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4412) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 358 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BEVERLY TO GRANT ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4310) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 359 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4508) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 360 AN ACT DISSOLVING THE CONTRIBUTORY RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF THE TOWN OF ATHOL (see Senate, No. S.2300) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 361 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION CERTIFICATION FOR ATHLETIC COACHES (see Senate, No. S.1918) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 362 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF BOSTON AS THE BRIGADIER GENERAL WILLIAM J. GORMLEY III BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.1864) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2014
• Chapter 363 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TO ESTABLISH AN 1820 COURTHOUSE FUND (see Senate, No. S.2136) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 364 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MANSFIELD TO GRANT ADDITIONAL LIQUOR LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4413) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 365 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR TINA JARBEAU, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (see House, No. H.4428) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 366 AN ACT EXEMPTING THE POSITION OF POLICE CHIEF OF THE TOWN OF ROCKPORT FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW (see Senate, No. S.2147) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 367 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN CHARTER FOR THE TOWN OF IPSWICH (see Senate, No. S.2381) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 368 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WALPOLE TO GRANT ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4309) Approved by the Governor, November 6, 2014
• Chapter 369 AN ACT AUTHORIZING CARY GOULD TO TAKE THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT AS A POLICE OFFICER IN THE CITY OF GLOUCESTER NOTWITHSTANDING THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT (see Senate, No. S.2282) Approved by the Governor, November 10, 2014
• Chapter 370 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR THERESE CORMIER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see Senate, No. S.2389) Approved by the Governor, November 10, 2014
• Chapter 371 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES. (see House, No. H.4380) Approved by the Governor, November 10, 2014
• Chapter 372 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN-TOWN MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT IN THE TOWN OF GREAT BARRINGTON (see House, No. H.4192) Approved by the Governor, November 14, 2014
• Chapter 373 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOSEPH QUINN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT (see Senate, No. S.2385) Approved by the Governor, November 14, 2014
• Chapter 374 AN ACT RELATIVE TO COMMUNITY SHARED SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS IN THE TOWN OF HARVARD. (see Senate, No. S.2138) Approved by the Governor, November 14, 2014
• Chapter 375 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MIDDLETON TOWN CHARTER. (see House, No. H.4451) Approved by the Governor, November 14, 2014
• Chapter 376 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SQUIBNOCKET POND OVERLAY DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF CHILMARK (see House, No. H.4339) Approved by the Governor, November 17, 2014
• Chapter 377 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR APPOINTMENT OF THE TOWN COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF SHIRLEY (see House, No. H.4433) Approved by the Governor, November 17, 2014
• Chapter 378 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF INSPECTIONAL SERVICES IN THE CITY OF LYNN (see Senate, No. S.2276) Approved by the Governor, November 17, 2014
• Chapter 379 AN ACT REDESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE OVER THE MERRIMACK RIVER AS THE CONGRESSMAN WILLIAM H. BATES VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.2171) Approved by the Governor, November 17, 2014
• Chapter 380 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR STEPHANIE DERONETTE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (see House, No. H.4506) Approved by the Governor, November 25, 2014
• Chapter 381 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF TOWN ADMINISTRATOR IN THE TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN (see House, No. H.4478) Approved by the Governor, November 25, 2014
• Chapter 382 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ALEXIS BAEZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see Senate, No. S.2394) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 383 AN ACT RELATIVE TO FIREFIGHTERS IN THE TOWN OF MERRIMAC (see House, No. H.4223) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 384 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2384) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 385 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DEAN BASSETT, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF LABOR AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (see Senate, No. S.2391) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 386 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE STREET HOCKEY ARENA IN MARINE PARK IN THE SOUTH BOSTON SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4201) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 387 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS OF THE TOWN OF STURBRIDGE TO GRANT TAX ABATEMENTS TO CERTAIN MILITARY PERSONNEL (see House, No. H.4262) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 388 AN ACT ALLOWING CERTAIN SENIOR SUPPORT STAFF MEMBERS OF PROTECTION FIRE CO. NO. 1 BYFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS TO CONTINUE TO SERVE BEYOND THE AGE OF 65 (see Senate, No. S.2178) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 389 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN (see House, No. H.4128) Approved by the Governor, December 3, 2014
• Chapter 390 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF TAX TITLE COLLECTION REVOLVING FUNDS (see Senate, No. S.2298) Approved by the Governor, December 16, 2014
• Chapter 391 AN ACT RELATIVE TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE (see Senate, No. S.2105) Approved by the Governor, December 16, 2014
• Chapter 392 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POSITIONS OF CLERK AND TREASURER OF THE WAREHAM FIRE DISTRICT (see Senate, No. S.2367) Approved by the Governor, December 17, 2014
• Chapter 393 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WAREHAM TO GRANT 4 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2370) Approved by the Governor, December 17, 2014
• Chapter 394 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF BOURNE (see House, No. H.4538) Approved by the Governor, December 18, 2014
• Chapter 395 AN ACT PROVIDING THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS FINANCING THE EXPANSION OF THE BOSTON CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTER (see House, No. H.4444) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 396 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SALEM TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2376) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 397 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF NORWOOD (see House, No. H.4196) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 398 AN ACT TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF ALL ALCOHOL LICENSES FOR RESTAURANTS IN THE TOWN OF ARLINGTON (see Senate, No. S.2177) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 399 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN CLERK IN THE TOWN OF EDGARTOWN (see House, No. H.4340) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 400 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DISCONTINUING THE FLUORIDE SUPPLEMENTATION OF THE ROCKPORT WATER SUPPLY (see Senate, No. S.2388) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 401 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF FREETOWN TO PAY A CERTAIN UNPAID BILL (see Senate, No. S.2353) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 402 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ACUTE-CARE MEDICAL-SURGICAL BED COUNTS (see House, No. H.2050) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 403 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DUDLEY TO GRANT TAX ABATEMENTS FOR CERTAIN TAXES TO CERTAIN MILITARY PERSONNEL (see House, No. H.3797) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 404 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MASSACHUSETTS LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION LAW (see House, No. H.4505) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 405 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PUBLIC HEALTH DATA SHARING WITH THE BOSTON PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION (see House, No. H.2070) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 406 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SHELLFISH AQUACULTURE LICENSE FEES IN THE TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN (see House, No. H.4127) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 407 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN STATE OWNED BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF RANDOLPH AS THE CHARLES L. BOWLEY MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see House, No. H.3158) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 408 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LICENSES ISSUED BY THE DIVISION OF MARINE FISHERIES (see House, No. H.3821) Approved by the Governor, December 17, 2014
• Chapter 409 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CONFIDENTIALITY IN FINANCIAL EXAMINATIONS (see House, No. H.4324) Approved by the Governor, December 19, 2014
• Chapter 410 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PROCEDURE FOR MUNICIPAL ACCEPTANCE OF SUBDIVISION ROADS IN THE TOWN OF FRAMINGHAM (see House, No. H.4193) Approved by the Governor, December 21, 2014
• Chapter 411 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR EMILY COOLLICK-BURGESS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS REHABILITATION COMMISSION (see Senate, No. S.2373) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 412 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JESSICA R. BRAND, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE. (see Senate, No. S.2396) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 413 AN ACT EXEMPTING REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY DEVELOPSPRINGFIELD CORPORATION FROM TAXATION. (see House, No. H.3537) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 414 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POSITION OF TREASURER-COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF CARVER (see Senate, No. S.2364) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 415 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR APRIL BYLUND, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES (see House, No. H.4532) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 416 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE WORCESTER DCU ARENA AND CONVENTION CENTER (see Senate, No. S.2227) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 417 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE CRIME OF ACCOSTING OR ANNOYING (see Senate, No. S.2362) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 418 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A MYSTIC RIVER WATERSHED WATER QUALITY COMMISSION. (see House, No. H.4302) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 419 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE APPOINTMENT OF DESIGNEES TO THE INSPECTOR GENERAL COUNCIL (see House, No. H.4090) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 420 AN ACT PROVIDING EQUITABLE TREATMENT FOR POST-ACUTE CARE HOSPITALS (see House, No. H.1986) Approved by the Governor, December 24, 2014
• Chapter 421 AN ACT INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY THAT MAY BE BORROWED BY THE THORNDIKE FIRE AND WATER DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF PALMER (see House, No. H.4503) Approved by the Governor, December 30, 2014
• Chapter 422 AN ACT RELATIVE TO HOSPITAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE POLICIES (see House, No. H.3730) Approved by the Governor, December 30, 2014
• Chapter 424 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WAKEFIELD TO DESIGNATE A CHECK-OFF BOX ON ITS TAX BILLS FOR THE WAKEFIELD VETERANS MEMORIAL AND PATRIOTIC CELEBRATION FUND (see House, No. H.4513) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 425 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PESTICIDE LICENSING AND MOSQUITO CONTROL (see House, No. H.3568) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 426 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL EVENTS FUND IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4530) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 427 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MATTHEW MCCONVILLE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE (see House, No. H.4541) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 428 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE TOWN OF CARVER (see Senate, No. S.2365) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 429 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE LEASING OF CERTAIN LAND OWNED BY THE WORCESTER CITY CAMPUS CORPORATION (see House, No. H.4379) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 430 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CREDIT FOR REINSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (see House, No. H.4326) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 431 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO PROTECT MASSACHUSETTS CHILDREN AGAINST CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE. (see House, No. H.4305) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 432 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DRIVER’S LICENSES AND IDENTIFICATION CARDS PHOTOGRAPHS (see House, No. H.4369) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 433 AN ACT RELATIVE TO RETAIL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES. (see House, No. H.4347) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 434 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF HEALTH OF THE CITY OF CHICOPEE. (see House, No. H.4542) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 435 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF CHICOPEE. (see House, No. H.4528) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 436 AN ACT ADJUSTING THE NUMBER OF RACING DAYS AT SUFFOLK DOWNS. (see Senate, No. S.2421) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 437 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS OF THE SURVIVING SPOUSE OF THE HONORABLE JONATHAN BRANT (see House, No. H.4250) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 438 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE GLENWOOD CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUND (Senate, No. S.2408) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 439 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JANET FRAME, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (House, No. H.4539) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 440 AN ACT VALIDATING THE RESULTS OF A CERTAIN ELECTION HELD IN THE TOWN OF CHILMARK (House, No. H.4543) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 441 AN ACT REGULATING PHARMACY AUDITS (Senate, No. S.2286) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2015
• Chapter 442 AN ACT REPEALING THE CITY OF LOWELL FINANCIAL CONDITIONS ACT (House, No. H.4550) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2015
• Chapter 443 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF PROVINCETOWN TO DESIGNATE A CHECK-OFF BOX ON ITS TAX BILLS (House, No. H.4534) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2015
• Chapter 444 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS (House, No. H.4551) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2015
• Chapter 445 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PROPERTY AND CASUALTY ACTUARIAL OPINIONS AND REPORTS (House, No. H.4323) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2015
• Chapter 446 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TREATMENT OF MENTALLY ILL IN PRISONS (House, No. H.4545) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2015
• Chapter 447 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF CLINTON TO APPOINT THE TOWN COLLECTOR (House, No. H.4507) Approved by the Governor, January 6, 2015
• Chapter 448 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF THE TOWN OF WINCHENDON (Senate, No. S.2405) Approved by the Governor, January 6, 2015
• Chapter 449 AN ACT ESTABLISHING 6-YEAR CAREER PLANS FOR ALL MASSACHUSETTS PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS (House, No. H.4527) Approved by the Governor, January 6, 2015
• Chapter 450 AN ACT PROMOTING HOUSING AND SUPPORT SERVICES TO UNACCOMPANIED HOMELESS YOUTHS (House, No. H.4517) Approved by the Governor, January 6, 2015
• Chapter 451 AN ACT TO IMPROVE CRIMINAL LAWS RELATIVE TO ORGANIZED RETAIL THEFT (House, No. H.1474) Approved by the Governor, January 6, 2015
• Chapter 452 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY TO RELEASE AN EASEMENT UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF QUINCY (House, No. H.4525) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 453 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SHARING OF INFORMATION BY THE REGISTRY OF MOTOR VEHICLES (House, No. H.4521) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 454 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SALE OF MALT BEVERAGES AND DISTILLED SPIRITS AT AUCTION (House, No. H.4544) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 455 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE INDEMNIFICATION OF CERTAIN FIRE DISTRICTS (House, No. H.3953) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 456 AN ACT RELATIVE TO INSURANCE HOLDING COMPANIES (House, No. H.4214) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 457 AN ACT RELATIVE TO BOAT EXCISE TAX REVENUE FOR THE MATTAPOISETT WATERFRONT. (House, No. H.4535) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 458 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR SHARON JONES, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (Senate, No. S.2423) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 459 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF DARTMOUTH (Senate, No. S.2363) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 460 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF CLINTON TO APPOINT THE TOWN TREASURER (Senate, No. S.2377) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 461 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE WAREHAM FIRE DISTRICT TO PAY A CERTAIN UNPAID BILL (Senate, No. S.2366) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 463 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARC GLAZEBROOK, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (Senate, No. S.2418) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 463 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PARKING VIOLATIONS IN THE TOWN OF WELLFLEET (House, No. H.4175) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 464 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF MERRIMAC (House, No. H.4224) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 465 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH TO EXPEND BORROWED FUNDS TO OFFSET CERTAIN COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE INSTALLATION OF LOW PRESSURE PUMPS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE LITTLE POND SEWER SERVICE AREA (Senate, No. S.2412) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 466 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CREDIT UNION BRANCHING (see House, No. H.4139) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 467 AN ACT AUTHORIZING CERTAIN INVESTMENTS BY THE TREASURER OF THE CITY OF PEABODY (Senate, No. S.2382) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 468 AN ACT VALIDATING THE ACTIONS TAKEN AT A CERTAIN STATE PRIMARY ELECTION IN THE TOWN OF MATTAPOISETT (House, No. H.4511) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 469 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIE SILVA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (House, No. H.4570) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 470 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SUNDERLAND TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF JAMES P. BIELUNIS AS A CALL FIREFIGHTER (Senate, No. S.2131) Approved by the Acting Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 471 An Act relative to the appointment of special police officers in the town of Millbury (see House, No. H.4572) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 472 AN ACT VALIDATING CERTAIN ACTIONS, PROCEEDINGS AND POLICIES OF THE TOWN OF ASHBY (House, No. H.4100) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 473 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DERIK DIRICO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (see House, No. H.4540) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 474 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GAMING REVENUE STABILIZATION FUND IN THE TOWN OF PLAINVILLE (Senate, No. S.2354) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 475 AN ACT RELATIVE TO INJURED ON DUTY BENEFITS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL POLICE OFFICERS (House, No. H.2422) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 476 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS RECEIVING SERVICES FROM PROGRAM OR FACILITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see House, No. H.3804) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 477 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE STERILIZATION OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS IN SCHOOLS (see House, No. H.4384) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 478 AN ACT TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE BY EXPANDING ACCESS TO PALLIATIVE CARE (see House, No. H.4520) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 479 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HINGHAM TO ESTABLISH A RESERVE FUND FOR CERTAIN SPECIAL EDUCATION COSTS (House, No. H.4476) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 480 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MILFORD WATER COMPANY (see House, No. H.4531) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 481 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE USE OF HEADLIGHTS (see House, No. H.4567) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 482 AN ACT MODERNIZING THE BANKING LAWS AND ENHANCING THE COMPETITIVENESS OF STATE-CHARTERED BANKS (House, No. H.4110) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 483 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CONDOMINIUMS (Senate, No. S.602) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 484 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PARENTAL LEAVE (see Senate, No. S.865) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 485 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LOCAL COMMISSIONS ON DISABILITY (Senate, No. S.1985) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 486 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF BARRE AS THE U.S.N. S2/C BASIL D. IZZI MEMORIAL BRIDGE (Senate, No. S.2043) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 487 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING TOWN MEETING NOTICES (Senate, No. S.2121) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 488 AN ACT AUTHORIZING CERTAIN PHARMACY INTERNS TO ADMINISTER IMMUNIZATIONS (Senate, No. S.2127) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 489 AN ACT ELATIVE TO MISSING PERSONS (see Senate, No. S.2173) Approved by Deval Patrick, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 490 AN ACTTO CLARIFY THE DEFINITION OF A PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT (Senate, No. S.2277) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 491 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE JOINT BASE CAPE COD FIRE DEPARTMENT (Senate, No. S.2338) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 492 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DISABILITY PENSION BENEFITS AND EARNINGS (Senate, No. S.2343) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 493 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE (Senate, No. S.2402) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2015
• Chapter 494 AN ACT RELATIVE TO DIRECT WINE SHIPPER LICENSES (see House, No. H.4571) Approved by Patrick, Deval, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 495 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT TO THE TOWN OF BELCHERTOWN A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF BELCHERTOWN (see House, No. H.4548) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 496 AN ACT RELATIVE TO TRUST FUNDS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS (see House, No. H.4557) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 497 AN ACT DIRECTING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF BOSTON TO WAIVE THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR POLICE OFFICER EDWARD GRACE (Senate, No. S.2002) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 498 AN ACT PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND TRANSPORTATION OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS (Senate, No. S.1635) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 499 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JAY VIVEIROS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE (see House, No. H.4546) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 500 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REGIONAL 911 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION DISTRICTS (Senate, No. S.1199) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 501 AN ACT FURTHER PROTECTING CONSUMERS OF THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4277) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 502 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE REGISTRATION OF VINTAGE SNOW VEHICLES (see House, No. H.3858) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 503 AN ACT RELATIVE TO LOCAL TAX TRANSPARENCY (see House, No. H.4553) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2015
• Chapter 504 AN ACT REPEAL OF 2013 GAS TAX INDEXING (see House, No. H.3847) Approved by the People at the State Election, November 4, 2014
• Chapter 505 AN ACT RELATIVE TO EARNED SICK TIME (see House, No. H.3845) Approved by the People at the State Election, November 4, 2014