Acts

Chapter 1 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SALEM TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2140) Approved by the Governor, January 12, 2018
Chapter 2 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SALEM TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2142) Approved by the Governor, January 12, 2018
Chapter 3 AN ACT CLARIFYING THE APPLICABILITY OF THE CIVIL SERVICE LAWS TO EMPLOYEE POSITIONS IN THE CITY OF FRAMINGHAM (see House, No. H.4047) Approved by the Governor, January 12, 2018
Chapter 4 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY OF QUINCY. (see House, No. H.3938) Approved by the Governor, January 18, 2018
Chapter 5 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE TOWN OF WEST BOYLSTON. (see House, No. H.1433) Approved by the Governor, January 18, 2018
Chapter 6 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DAVE RINGER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.3947) Approved by the Governor, January 25, 2018
Chapter 7 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL AS THE UNITED STATES NAVY PETTY OFFICER CAITLIN E. TRASK - VETERANS OF THE WAR ON TERROR MEMORIAL BRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4025) Approved by the Governor, January 25, 2018
Chapter 8 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR GARY ERSKINE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see House, No. H.3989) Approved by the Governor, January 25, 2018
Chapter 9 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARY SORENSEN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see House, No. H.3837) Approved by the Governor, January 25, 2018
Chapter 10 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CONCORD. (see House, No. H.3930) Approved by the Governor, January 25, 2018
Chapter 11 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF CANTON TO REGULATE RESERVOIR POND. (see House, No. H.3831) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2018
Chapter 12 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR AND THE DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE AS TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE IN THE TOWN OF MILFORD. (see House, No. H.3764) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2018
Chapter 13 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES IN THE CITY OF BEVERLY. (see House, No. H.3950) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2018
Chapter 14 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE POSITIONS OF TOWN CLERK AND TOWN ACCOUNTANT IN THE TOWN OF NORWOOD. (see House, No. H.3940) Approved by the Governor, January 30, 2018
Chapter 15 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN POSITIONS OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TOWN OF ADAMS FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW. (see Senate, No. S.2154) Approved by the Governor, February 8, 2018
Chapter 16 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ELIZABETH O'BRIEN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL (see Senate, No. S.2176) Approved by the Governor, February 8, 2018
Chapter 17 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY OF MALDEN. (see House, No. H.4016) Approved by the Governor, February 8, 2018
Chapter 18 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (see House, No. H.4088) Approved by the Governor, February 8, 2018
Chapter 19 AN ACT DESIGNATING MAY AS ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH. (see House, No. H.3360) Approved by the Governor, February 8, 2018
Chapter 20 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING CERTAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE LAKE QUINSIGAMOND COMMISSION (see House, No. H.4039) Approved by the Governor, February 9, 2018
Chapter 21 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE USE OF FUNDS IN THE MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY CAPITAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND IN THE TOWN OF STOUGHTON. (see House, No. H.3958) Approved by the Governor, February 9, 2018
Chapter 22 AN ACT PROVIDING THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4147) Approved by the Governor, February 13, 2018
Chapter 23 AN ACT ABOLISHING THE BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS IN THE TOWN OF SALISBURY. (see House, No. H.4029) Approved by the Governor, February 13, 2018
Chapter 24 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4160) Approved by the Governor, February 16, 2018
Chapter 25 AN ACT INCREASING THE EXEMPTION FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF PROVINCETOWN. (see House, No. H.3860) Approved by the Governor, February 16, 2018
Chapter 26 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BERKSHIRE COUNTY REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF SHEFFIELD TO THE GREAT BARRINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY (see Senate, No. S.2102) Approved by the Governor, February 16, 2018
Chapter 27 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CHICOPEE (see House, No. H.3942) Approved by the Governor, February 16, 2018
Chapter 28 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR THE SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT TERMS OF THE TOWN MANAGER OF THE TOWN OF IPSWICH (see House, No. H.4087) Approved by the Governor, February 16, 2018
Chapter 29 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE MILFORD WATER COMPANY BY THE TOWN OF MILFORD (see House, No. H.3978) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 30 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DISSOLUTION OF THE MILFORD WATER COMPANY AND THE ACQUISITION OF ITS ASSETS BY THE TOWN OF MILFORD (see House, No. H.4055) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 31 AN ACT FURTHER AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF MIDDLETON (see House, No. H.3725) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 32 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SEWER CONSTRUCTION AND PRIVATE WAY MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT FUND IN THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE (see House, No. H.3953) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 33 AN ACT EXEMPTING NICHOLAS L. MARTONE FROM THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS IN THE TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER (see House, No. H.4126) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 34 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE WARRANT PROCESS FOR THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING IN THE TOWN OF WESTON (see House, No. H.3873) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 35 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF FALL RIVER AS THE RONALD COSTA BRIDGE (see House, No. H.4031) Approved by the Governor, February 22, 2018
Chapter 36 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE AS THE GEORGE ALLAIRE MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see House, No. H.4157) Approved by the Governor, March 2, 2018
Chapter 37 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF BOURNE. (see House, No. H.3918) Approved by the Governor, March 8, 2018
Chapter 38 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A WAREHAM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. (see Senate, No. S.2145) Approved by the Governor, March 8, 2018
Chapter 39 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF WAREHAM. (see Senate, No. S.2144) Approved by the Governor, March 8, 2018
Chapter 40 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MASSACHUSETTS MAPLE MONTH (see House, No. H.4246) Approved by the Governor, March 8, 2018
Chapter 41 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A REVOLVING FUND IN THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH. (see House, No. H.3992) Approved by the Governor, March 8, 2018
Chapter 42 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF HARDWICK TO APPOINT THE TOWN COLLECTOR. (see Senate, No. S.2114) Approved by the Governor, March 9, 2018
Chapter 43 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF HARDWICK TO APPOINT THE TOWN TREASURER (see Senate, No. S.2115) Approved by the Governor, March 9, 2018
Chapter 44 AN ACT RELATIVE TO STANDARDS OF EMPLOYEE SAFETY (see House, No. H.3952) Approved by the Governor, March 9, 2018
Chapter 45 An Act establishing regional commissions on the status of women and girls (see House, No. H.1110) Approved by the Governor, March 15, 2018
Chapter 46 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATES FOR THE OFFICE OF MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IN CERTAIN CITIES. (see House, No. H.4046) Approved by the Governor, March 15, 2018
Chapter 47 AN ACT EXPANDING THE POWERS OF THE BAKER HILL ROAD DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF LANESBOROUGH TO INCLUDE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS. (see House, No. H.3760) Approved by the Governor, March 15, 2018
Chapter 48 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ALYSSA NELSON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE FOR VICTIM ASSISTANCE. (see House, No. H.4239) Approved by the Governor, March 15, 2018
Chapter 49 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE CITY OF CHELSEA AS THE JOHN P. BRUTTANITI MEMORIAL BRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4072) Approved by the Governor, March 15, 2018
Chapter 50 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DEIRDRE DACEY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE PAROLE BOARD (see House, No. H.4059) Approved by the Governor, March 21, 2018
Chapter 51 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LINDA THERNIZE-WILLIAMS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSITIONAL ASSISTANCE. (see Senate, No. S.2251) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 52 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FUNDING OF THE OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND IN THE TOWN OF NORTHBRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4084) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 53 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF LEE AS THE LOU DIGRIGOLI MEMORIAL BRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4156) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 54 AN ACT RELATIVE TO VETERANS' HOUSING IN THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF AGAWAM. (see Senate, No. S.2014) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 55 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF LEYDEN TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE CHIEF DANIEL J. GALVIS. (see House, No. H.3449) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 56 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEERFIELD AREA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF FIRE CHIEF CHESTER YAZWINSKI. (see House, No. H.3957) Approved by the Governor, March 23, 2018
Chapter 57 AN ACT PROVIDING AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE OPTIONS TO MUNICIPAL RETIREES. (see House, No. H.4313) Approved by the Governor, March 26, 2018
Chapter 58 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF THE CITY OF LYNN. (see House, No. H.4325) Approved by the Governor, March 27, 2018
Chapter 59 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN PARK IN THE CITY OF QUINCY AS THE RICHARD “DICK” HERBERT MEMORIAL PARK. (see House, No. H.4298) Approved by the Governor, March 27, 2018
Chapter 60 AN ACT DESIGNATING A BAND STAND AT THE MARINE PARK IN THE SOUTH BOSTON SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON AS THE HARRY G. UHLMAN, JR. BAND STAND. (see House, No. H.4005) Approved by the Governor, March 27, 2018
Chapter 61 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ESSIE PAGE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE PAROLE BOARD. (see House, No. H.4245) Approved by the Governor, March 27, 2018
Chapter 62 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ELIS SANCHEZ-O’SHEA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4150) Approved by the Governor, March 27, 2018
Chapter 63 AN ACT TO PROTECT ACCESS TO CONFIDENTIAL HEALTHCARE. (see Senate, No. S.2296) Approved by the Governor, March 30, 2018
Chapter 64 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL FUND IN THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH (see House, No. H.4028) Approved by the Governor, April 12, 2018
Chapter 65 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE APPOINTED OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK IN THE TOWN OF AYER. (see House, No. H.4077) Approved by the Governor, April 12, 2018
Chapter 66 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE APPOINTED OFFICE OF TREE WARDEN IN THE TOWN OF AYER (see House, No. H.4078) Approved by the Governor, April 12, 2018
Chapter 67 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE APPOINTED POSITION OF TREASURER-COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF AYER (see House, No. H.4079) Approved by the Governor, April 12, 2018
Chapter 68 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF REVERE (see House, No. H.3995) Approved by the Governor, April 12, 2018
Chapter 69 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM (see Senate, No. S.2371) Approved by the Governor, April 13, 2018
Chapter 70 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF NEEDHAM AS THE JAMES J. DELANEY II, USMC VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see Senate, No. S.1985) Approved by the Governor, April 13, 2018
Chapter 71 AN ACT DESIGNATING A SECTION OF STATE HIGHWAY ROUTE 10 AND UNITED STATES HIGHWAY ROUTE 202 IN THE TOWN OF SOUTHWICK AS THE PURPLE HEART TRAIL. (see Senate, No. S.2105) Approved by the Governor, April 13, 2018
Chapter 72 AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE JOINT RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MASSACHUSETTS CRIMINAL JUSTICE REVIEW (see House, No. H.4012) Approved by the Governor, April 13, 2018
Chapter 73 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARY GODDARD, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (see House, No. H.3868) Approved by the Governor, April 19, 2018
Chapter 74 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF A TREASURER-COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF STOCKBRIDGE (see House, No. H.4162) Approved by the Governor, April 19, 2018
Chapter 75 AN ACT PERMITTING A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF NEW BRAINTREE TO BE USED FOR A SOLAR FARM AND OTHER MUNICIPAL PURPOSES (see Senate, No. S.2189) Approved by the Governor, April 20, 2018
Chapter 76 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CHELMSFORD (see House, No. H.4243) Approved by the Governor, April 20, 2018
Chapter 77 AN ACT FINANCING IMPROVEMENTS TO MUNICIPAL ROADS AND BRIDGES (see House, No. H.4449) Approved by the Governor, April 27, 2018
Chapter 78 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PRIVATE ROAD MAINTENANCE REVOLVING FUND IN THE TOWN OF WESTMINSTER (see House, No. H.3905) Approved by the Governor, April 27, 2018
Chapter 79 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF TOWN MANAGER IN THE TOWN OF AYER (see House, No. H.4080) Approved by the Governor, April 27, 2018
Chapter 80 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR SARAH CHAPLIN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2084) Approved by the Governor, May 2, 2018
Chapter 81 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DAWN PARMENTER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.4090) Approved by the Governor, May 2, 2018
Chapter 82 AN ACT DESIGNATING CERTAIN BRIDGES IN THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE AS THE FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION OVERPASSES. (see House, No. H.4152) Approved by the Governor, May 2, 2018
Chapter 83 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF EASTHAMPTON TO LEASE CERTAIN REAL ESTATE. (see Senate, No. S.2152) Approved by the Governor, May 2, 2018
Chapter 84 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HAMILTON TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL FUND FOR THE PATTON HOMESTEAD. (see Senate, No. S.2245) Approved by the Governor, May 2, 2018
Chapter 85 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF HUDSON AS THE PRIVATE FIRST CLASS KENNETH M. THIBAULT MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see House, No. H.4023) Approved by the Governor, May 4, 2018
Chapter 86 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TREASURER OF PLYMOUTH COUNTY TO TRANSFER CERTAIN FUNDS (see House, No. H.4034) Approved by the Governor, May 10, 2018
Chapter 87 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWNS OF HANSON AND HANOVER AS THE HON. CHARLES W. MANN BRIDGE. (see House, No. H.3849) Approved by the Governor, May 17, 2018
Chapter 88 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE NICKERSON STATE PARK TRUST FUND. (see House, No. H.3820) Approved by the Governor, May 17, 2018
Chapter 89 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SAVINGS BANK LIFE INSURANCE. (see House, No. H.3894) Approved by the Governor, May 17, 2018
Chapter 90 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS. (see House, No. H.4514) Approved by the Governor, May 21, 2018
Chapter 91 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A GARDEN OF PEACE TRUST FUND. (see Senate, No. S.2372) Approved by the Governor, May 22, 2018
Chapter 92 AN ACT INCREASING THE MAXIMUM AGE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR APPOINTMENT AS A SPECIAL POLICE OFFICER IN THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE. (see House, No. H.4085) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 93 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS AS SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS FOR PAID DETAIL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4143) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 94 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BROOKFIELD HOUSING AUTHORITY TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND AND THE BUILDINGS THEREON. (see Senate, No. S.2146) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 95 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WESTPORT TO GRANT 1 ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see Senate, No. S.2303) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 96 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR SARA PARMENTER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.4354) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 97 AN ACT PERMITTING CERTAIN EXEMPTED PERSONS TO OCCUPY A TRAILER OR SEMI-TRAILER THAT IS BEING TOWED, PUSHED, DRAWN OR IS OTHERWISE IN MOTION UPON ANY WAY. (see House, No. H.4105) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 98 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ANNUAL OBSERVANCE OF MASSACHUSETTS WOMEN’S DEFENSE CORPS REMEMBRANCE DAY. (see House, No. H.2658) Approved by the Governor, May 25, 2018
Chapter 99 AN ACT FINANCING THE PRODUCTION AND PRESERVATION OF HOUSING FOR LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTS. (see House, No. H.4536) Approved by the Governor, May 31, 2018
Chapter 100 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF LYNNFIELD TO GRANT 5 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4370) Approved by the Governor, May 31, 2018
Chapter 101 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR HEIDI SOUZA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.4372) Approved by the Governor, May 31, 2018
Chapter 102 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR SONIA MORALES, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4404) Approved by the Governor, May 31, 2018
Chapter 103 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR PAULA DONAHUE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see House, No. H.4450) Approved by the Governor, May 31, 2018
Chapter 104 AN ACT INCREASING PARKING FINES IN THE CITY OF GLOUCESTER. (see Senate, No. S.2223) Approved by the Governor, June 8, 2018
Chapter 105 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LISA FUCCIONE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2522) Approved by the Governor, June 8, 2018
Chapter 106 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ELLIOT BROWN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4267) Approved by the Governor, June 8, 2018
Chapter 107 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR AUDREY ART, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see House, No. H.4451) Approved by the Governor, June 8, 2018
Chapter 108 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR FELIX CRUZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4381) Approved by the Governor, June 8, 2018
Chapter 109 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWNS OF ANDOVER AND NORTH READING TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR THE SUPPLY OF POTABLE WATER (see House, No. H.4552) Approved by the Governor, June 14, 2018
Chapter 110 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE POSITION OF TOWN MANAGER IN THE TOWN OF UPTON (see House, No. H.4121) Approved by the Governor, June 13, 2018
Chapter 111 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH (see House, No. H.4248) Approved by the Governor, June 14, 2018
Chapter 112 AN ACT PROVIDING CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN THE LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY IN THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4501) Approved by the Governor, June 15, 2018
Chapter 113 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR CAPITAL FACILITY REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH (see House, No. H.4549) Approved by the Governor, June 18, 2018
Chapter 114 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE OWNERSHIP AND OCCUPANCY DEADLINE FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY EXEMPTIONS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON (see House, No. H.4073) Approved by the Governor, June 21, 2018
Chapter 115 AN ACT RATIFYING THE ADOPTION OF THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF ABINGTON (see Senate, No. S.2278) Approved by the Governor, June 21, 2018
Chapter 116 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE BOARDWALK AT HERITAGE STATE PARK IN THE CITY OF FALL RIVER AS THE ROBERT CORREIA BOARDWALK (see House, No. H.4166) Approved by the Governor, June 21, 2018
Chapter 117 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MELVIN MALDONADO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (see Senate, No. S.2444) Approved by the Governor, June 21, 2018
Chapter 118 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF AMHERST TO HOLD A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE OFFICE OF TOWN COUNCILOR. (see House, No. H.4482) Approved by the Governor, June 28, 2018
Chapter 119 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR GLORIA PHILLIPS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS. (see House, No. H.4336) Approved by the Governor, June 28, 2018
Chapter 120 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ELIZABETH FONTAINE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see Senate, No. S.2560) Approved by the Governor, June 28, 2018
Chapter 121 AN ACT RELATIVE TO MINIMUM WAGE, PAID FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE AND THE SALES TAX HOLIDAY. (see House, No. H.4640) Approved by the Governor, June 28, 2018
Chapter 122 AN ACT MAKING CERTAIN APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019 BEFORE FINAL ACTION ON THE GENERAL APPROPRIATION BILL (see House, No. H.4650) Approved by the Governor, June 29, 2018
Chapter 123 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING CERTAIN WEAPONS. (see House, No. H.4670) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 124 AN ACT EXEMPTING CERTAIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE SOUTH END SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON FROM CERTAIN PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS. (see House, No. H.3540) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 125 AN ACT DESIGNATING CERTAIN BRIDGES IN THE TOWN OF BOURNE AS THE U.S. ARMY SPECIAL FORCES STAFF SERGEANT MATTHEW A. PUCINO MEMORIAL BRIDGESS. (see Senate, No. S.2316) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 126 AN ACT RELATIVE TO BOAT EXCISE TAX REVENUE FOR THE TOWN OF CHATHAM WATERFRONT. (see House, No. H.3909) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 127 AN ACT REPEALING A CERTAIN ACT INCREASING THE EXPENDITURE LIMIT ON REVOLVING FUNDS IN THE CITY OF ATTLEBORO. (see House, No. H.4299) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 128 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME TO ACQUIRE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF DALTON. (see House, No. H.4301) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 129 AN ACT DESIGNATING THE HOUGHS NECK MARITIME CENTER IN THE CITY OF QUINCY AS THE FRANCIS X. MCCAULEY HOUGHS NECK MARITIME CENTER (see House, No. H.4435) Approved by the Governor, July 3, 2018
Chapter 130 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE JAMAICA PLAIN SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON.. (see House, No. H.4238) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 131 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NORFOLK TO CONVEY CERTAIN LAND ON PRISCILLA AVENUE. (see House, No. H.4148) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 132 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR RECALL ELECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF CARLISLE. (see House, No. H.4476) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 133 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. (see House, No. H.4478) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 134 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR STEPHANIE PEREZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4423) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 135 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIA BENITEZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see House, No. H.4474) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 136 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ROBERT F. DUNPHY JR., AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4583) Approved by the Governor, July 12, 2018
Chapter 137 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TENURE OF OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF REVERE. (see House, No. H.4369) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2018
Chapter 138 AN ACT INCREASING THE ANNUAL COMPENSATION OF THE PEABODY MUNICIPAL LIGHT PLANT COMMISSIONERS. (see House, No. H.4447) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2018
Chapter 139 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR SANDRA ELIZABETH SMITH, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4509) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2018
Chapter 140 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR NORMA JEAN SILVA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2572) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2018
Chapter 141 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR BARBARA HARRINGTON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE. (see House, No. H.4484) Approved by the Governor, July 18, 2018
Chapter 142 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE DESIGNATION OF POLLING PLACES IN THE CITY OF ATTLEBORO. (see House, No. H.4618) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 143 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF EASTHAM. (see House, No. H.2423) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 144 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BOYLSTON TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND. (see House, No. H.4197) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 145 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HOLLISTON TO CONVERT A LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINE AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES TO A LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4431) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 146 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT TO HOLD A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ACCEPTING THE TERMS OF CLAUSE FORTY-FIRST C½ OF SECTION 5 OF CHAPTER 59 OF THE GENERAL LAWS. (see House, No. H.4249) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 147 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF SUTTON. (see Senate, No. S.1131) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 148 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE DISABILITY BENEFITS PROVIDED TO CERTAIN POLICE OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS. (see House, No. H.2515) Approved by the Governor, July 20, 2018
Chapter 149 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NORWOOD TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4614) Became law without Executive Approval, July 23, 2018
Chapter 150 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BRISTOL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO BORROW MONEY FOR THE REPAIR, RENOVATION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPPING AND FURNISHING OF FACILITIES AT BRISTOL COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL IN THE TOWN OF DIGHTON. (see House, No. H.4227) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2018
Chapter 151 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TREASURER OF THE MOHAWK TRAIL REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TO INVEST THE CARL H. NILMAN SCHOLARSHIP TRUST FUND. (see House, No. H.4094) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2018
Chapter 152 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MINUTEMAN REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TO LEASE CERTAIN LAND AND BUILDINGS. (see House, No. H.4503) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2018
Chapter 153 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MUNICIPAL POLICE TRAINING FUND. (see House, No. H.4516) Approved by the Governor, July 25, 2018
Chapter 154 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2019 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.4800) Approved (in part) by the Governor, August 16, 2018
Chapter 155 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2260) Approved by the Governor, July 27, 2018
Chapter 156 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND TO THE SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. (see House, No. H.4635) Approved by the Governor, July 27, 2018
Chapter 157 AN ACT PROTECTING YOUTH FROM THE HEALTH RISKS OF TOBACCO AND NICOTINE ADDICTION. (see House, No. H.4486) Approved by the Governor, July 27, 2018
Chapter 158 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT CERTAIN EASEMENTS TO THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH. (see House, No. H.4813) Approved by the Governor, August 1, 2018
Chapter 159 AN ACT RELATIVE TO SIMULCASTING AND RACING. (see House, No. H.4809) Approved by the Governor, August 2, 2018
Chapter 160 AN ACT PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF CUSTODIAL AND OTHER NON-TEACHING EMPLOYEES OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS. (see House, No. H.1390) Became law without Executive Approval, August 3, 2018
Chapter 161 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS FOR CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN THE LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4668) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 162 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4573) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 163 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4669) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 164 AN ACT REGARDING TRANSFER OF RETAINED EARNINGS SURPLUS IN THE TOWN OF CLINTON. (see Senate, No. S.2478) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 165 AN ACT REGARDING SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL, AND REPAIR OF PRIVATE WAYS IN THE TOWN OF CLINTON. (see Senate, No. S.2479) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 166 AN ACT EXEMPTING BRIAN M. BELFIORE FROM CIVIL SERVICE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF FIREFIGHTER IN THE CITY OF HAVERHILL. (see House, No. H.4186) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 167 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF OTIS TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4622) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 168 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF CARE AND CONTROL OF CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF MIDDLEBOROUGH FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME. (see House, No. H.4261) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 169 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TRANSFER OF AN EASEMENT UNDER THE CONTROL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION IN THE CITY OF LYNN. (see House, No. H.4268) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 170 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH TO SELL A PARCEL OF LAND KNOWN AS THE FARLEY BOG. (see House, No. H.4561) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 171 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DAVID SILVIA JR., AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2324) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 172 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON TO RELEASE A CERTAIN CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND CONSERVATION RESTRICTION. (see Senate, No. S.2512) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 173 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF SHREWSBURY. (see House, No. H.4312) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 174 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE TO CHANGE THE USE OF CERTAIN LAND ACQUIRED FOR OPEN SPACE RECREATIONAL PURPOSES TO A USE FOR TRAFFIC RECONFIGURATION PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4634) Approved by the Governor, August 3, 2018
Chapter 175 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BOSTON TO TRANSFER THE CARE, CUSTODY AND CONTROL OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR PLAYGROUND PURPOSES. (see Senate, No. S.2540) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 176 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF LENOX TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND TO THE MASSACHUSETTS AUDUBON SOCIETY, INC. (see House, No. H.4627) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 177 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN CONSERVATION RESTRICTION IN THE TOWN OF WEBSTER. (see House, No. H.4103) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 178 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SHARON TO CHANGE THE USE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND ACQUIRED FOR OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES TO A USE FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4633) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 179 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOSEPH MELE, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH. (see House, No. H.4715) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 180 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO SELL, CONVEY OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE OF A PORTION OF CERTAIN LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET HELD FOR CEMETERY PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4717) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 181 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN EASEMENT TO THE TOWN OF NEW SALEM. (see House, No. H.4760) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 182 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN LAND TO THE TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT USE. (see House, No. H.4816) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 183 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND FROM THE COUNTY OF NANTUCKET AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO SELL, CONVEY OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE OF A PORTION OF SAID LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET HELD FOR OPEN SPACE PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4818) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 184 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF SOUTHBOROUGH. (see House, No. H.4839) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 185 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME TO ACQUIRE A CONSERVATION RESTRICTION ON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND OF THE TOWN OF GROVELAND. (see Senate, No. S.2319) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 186 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ABANDONMENT OF A CERTAIN WATER LINE EASEMENT IN REVERE AND MALDEN. (see Senate, No. S.2576) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 187 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WILBRAHAM TO EXCHANGE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND HELD FOR CONSERVATION PURPOSES. (see Senate, No. S.2583) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 188 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO RELEASE A RESTRICTION ON A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF TAUNTON. (see House, No. H.3712) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 189 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF LYNN TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES, INC. (see House, No. H.4265) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 190 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO SELL, CONVEY OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE OF CERTAIN LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET HELD FOR OPEN SPACE, RECREATIONAL OR CONSERVATION PURPOSES TO THE NANTUCKET ISLANDS LAND BANK, NANTUCKET CONSERVATION FOUNDATION, INC. OR SCONSET TRUST, INC. FOR THE SAME PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4688) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 191 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT A PERMANENT SURFACE AND SUBSURFACE EASEMENT AT THE CHESTNUT HILL RESERVATION IN THE BRIGHTON SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON. (see House, No. H.4803) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 192 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO DISPOSE OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF CHELMSFORD. (see House, No. H.4814) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 193 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN LAND TO THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF FRANKLIN. (see House, No. H.4837) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 194 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES TO RELEASE AN AGRICULTURAL COVENANT ON A CERTAIN PORTION OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF LANCASTER. (see House, No. H.4854) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 195 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL RESTRICTION HELD BY THE COMMONWEALTH ON LAND IN THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH. (see House, No. H.4855) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 196 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN LAND IN THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE TO THE SOMERVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY. (see House, No. H.4856) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 197 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE SOMERVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY TO RECONSTRUCT THE STATE-FUNDED CLARENDON HILL PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECT. (see House, No. H.4580) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 198 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF REHOBOTH TO TRANSFER A CONSERVATION EASEMENT ON A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND. (see House, No. H.1102) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 199 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN EASEMENTS OVER CERTAIN LAND TAKEN FOR WATER SUPPLY PURPOSES IN THE CITY OF MEDFORD. (see House, No. H.4373) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 200 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO CONVEY A PORTION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET AND HELD FOR WATER SUPPLY PURPOSES TO THE TOWN OF NANTUCKET TO BE USED FOR ROADWAY PURPOSES. (see House, No. H.4689) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 201 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO RELEASE A RESTRICTION IN THE TOWN OF PETERSHAM. (see House, No. H.4867) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 202 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BACKGROUND RECORD CHECK PROCEDURES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE. (see House, No. H.4815) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 203 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CREMATION OF CERTAIN UNCLAIMED BODIES. (see House, No. H.4822) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 204 AN ACT RELATIVE TO COMMUTER RAIL FARE RATES. (see House, No. H.4828) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 205 AN ACT AUTOMATICALLY REGISTERING ELIGIBLE VOTERS AND ENHANCING SAFEGUARDS AGAINST FRAUD. (see House, No. H.4834) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 206 AN ACT RELATIVE TO GRANTS FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS TOURISM TRUST FUND. (see House, No. H.4827) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 207 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE EXAMINATION OF TAX EXPENDITURES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE. (see House, No. H.4820) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 208 AN ACT FOR PREVENTION AND ACCESS TO APPROPRIATE CARE AND TREATMENT OF ADDICTION. (see House, No. H.4742) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 209 AN ACT PROMOTING CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION, ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION, AND INVESTMENT IN RECREATIONAL ASSETS AND OPPORTUNITY. (see House, No. H.4835) Approved (in part) by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 210 AN ACT PROVIDING FIREFIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENTER A SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM PRIOR TO TERMINATION. (see Senate, No. S.1386) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 211 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF WESTFIELD TO ACCEPT CERTAIN WAYS AS PUBLIC WAYS. (see Senate, No. S.2241) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 212 AN ACT RELATIVE TO AN EASEMENT PLAN FOR THE MILTON INLINE INSPECTION PROJECT. (see Senate, No. S.2369) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 213 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO RELEASE A PORTION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF BERKLEY FROM AN AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION RESTRICTION. (see Senate, No. S.2395) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 214 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO MODIFY AND RELOCATE AN EASEMENT IN THE TOWN OF WEST BOYLSTON. (see Senate, No. S.2559) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 215 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE AND THE TOWN OF HINGHAM TO GRANT CERTAIN EASEMENTS UPON CERTAIN LAND LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF HINGHAM. (see Senate, No. S.2582) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 216 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO GRANT EASEMENTS TO NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY IN RETURN FOR NSTAR RELEASING OR MODIFYING EASEMENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMONWEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2603) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 217 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CREATION OF THE COMMONWEALTH TECHNICAL RESCUE REGIONS AND COORDINATING COUNCIL. (see Senate, No. S.2614) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 218 AN ACT RELATIVE TO VETERANS' BENEFITS, RIGHTS, APPRECIATION, VALIDATION AND ENFORCEMENT. (see Senate, No. S.2632) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 219 AN ACT TO PROTECT ANIMAL WELFARE AND SAFETY IN CITIES AND TOWNS. (see Senate, No. S.2646) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 220 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ALZHEIMER’S AND RELATED DEMENTIAS IN THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4116) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 221 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE SOUTH ESSEX SEWERAGE DISTRICT. (see House, No. H.4253) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 222 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT. (see House, No. H.4523) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 223 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE TO CONVEY CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF GRAFTON. (see House, No. H.4636) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 224 AN ACT RELEASING CERTAIN LAND IN NORTHFIELD FROM THE OPERATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL COVENANT. (see House, No. H.4757) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 225 AN ACT TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS REGARDING THE HANDLING OF FEDERAL TAX INFORMATION. (see House, No. H.4812) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 226 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RELEASE OF CERTAIN LAND IN ROWLEY FROM OPERATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL COVENANT. (see House, No. H.4853) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 227 AN ACT TO ADVANCE CLEAN ENERGY. (see House, No. H.4857) Approved by the Governor, August 9, 2018
Chapter 228 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4732) Approved (in part) by the Governor, August 10, 2018
Chapter 229 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF BURLINGTON. (see House, No. H.4030) Approved by the Governor, August 17, 2018
Chapter 230 AN ACT DIRECTING THE CITY OF BOSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO WAIVE THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR POLICE OFFICERS FOR HUGH TRONG NGO. (see House, No. H.4608) Approved by the Governor, August 17, 2018
Chapter 231 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JODI CIPRIANO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4554) Approved by the Governor, August 17, 2018
Chapter 232 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR BETHANY POWERS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE HAMPSHIRE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT. (see House, No. H.4403) Approved by the Governor, August 17, 2018
Chapter 233 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY OF THE TOWN OF MANSFIELD TO APPOINT POLICE CADETS TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TOWN. (see House, No. H.1327) Approved by the Governor, August 22, 2018
Chapter 234 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HOPKINTON TO ESTABLISH A MEANS-TESTED SENIOR CITIZEN PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION. (see House, No. H.4389) Approved by the Governor, August 22, 2018
Chapter 235 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF QUINCY TO GRANT ABATEMENTS OF REAL ESTATE TAXES TO CERTAIN VETERANS. (see House, No. H.4782) Approved by the Governor, August 30, 2018
Chapter 236 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WAREHAM TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2307) Approved by the Governor, August 30, 2018
Chapter 237 AN ACT CHANGING THE DATE OF THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING OF THE TOWN OF NORTH READING (see House, No. H.4687) Approved by the Governor, August 30, 2018
Chapter 238 AN ACT TO PROVIDE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR CERTAIN NONPROFIT SENIOR HOUSING IN BOXFORD (see Senate, No. S.2286) Approved by the Governor, August 30, 2018
Chapter 239 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DIANE MISIANO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE (see House, No. H.4845) Approved by the Governor, September 6, 2018
Chapter 240 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DAISY F. BOLDEN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TEACHERS’ RETIREMENT BOARD (see House, No. H.4448) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 241 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DAVID PALAZZO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (see House, No. H.4508) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 242 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEWTON TO LEASE THE JOHN W. WEEKS SCHOOL (see House, No. H.4262) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 243 AN ACT PERMITTING THE CITY OF REVERE TO ESTABLISH PENALTIES AND LIENS FOR WATER METER ORDINANCE VIOLATIONS (see House, No. H.4458) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 244 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR THOMAS MILLETT, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE WORCESTER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (see Senate, No. S.2659) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 245 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BEVERLY TO ISSUE AN ADDITIONAL LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4628) Approved by the Governor, September 12, 2018
Chapter 246 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF STURBRIDGE TO ISSUE AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see Senate, No. S.2507) Approved by the Governor, September 19, 2018
Chapter 247 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ASSESSMENT OF BETTERMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO PRIVATE WAYS IN THE TOWN OF SANDWICH. (see House, No. H.3711) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 248 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ACCIDENTAL DISABILITY RETIREMENT FOR JAN WITKOWSKI. (see House, No. H.3790) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 249 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE EAST BRIDGEWATER TOWN CENTER SEWER DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF EAST BRIDGEWATER. (see Senate, No. S.2423) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 250 AN ACT EXEMPTING ALL POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TOWN OF WILLIAMSTOWN FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW. (see Senate, No. S.2579) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 251 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BEVERLY TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF PAUL COTTER AS FIRE CHIEF. (see House, No. H.4488) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 252 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF ESSEX. (see Senate, No. S.2271) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 253 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MONTAGUE TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4462) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 254 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DONNA PAUL, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2166) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 255 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR TIFFANY SONNIER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2639) Approved by the Governor, September 27, 2018
Chapter 256 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4891) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 257 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF WORCESTER TO CONVEY A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND. (see Senate, No. S.2629) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 258 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ANDOVER TO ESTABLISH A MEANS-TESTED SENIOR CITIZEN PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION. (see House, No. H.4661) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 259 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF POLICE CHIEF EDWARD DUNNE. (see House, No. H.4548) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 260 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF CERTAIN BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4890) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 261 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH TO PROVIDE FOR AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR. (see House, No. H.4444) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 262 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR PAMELA LOPEZ, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see Senate, No. S.2550) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 263 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARCO ADORNO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see Senate, No. S.2634) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 264 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR PAUL WALSH, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.4452) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 265 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR AMY BURLINGAME, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see House, No. H.4896) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 266 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JULIE A. JENNINGS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH. (see House, No. H.4897) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 267 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE GENERAL LAFAYETTE TRAIL (see Senate, No. S.2265) Approved by the Governor, October 5, 2018
Chapter 268 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BROOKLINE TO GRANT 12 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES IN CERTAIN TARGET COMMERCIAL AREAS. (see House, No. H.4428) Approved by the Governor, October 11, 2018
Chapter 269 AN ACT REVISING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF NORTH READING. (see House, No. H.4690) Approved by the Governor, October 11, 2018
Chapter 270 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF SOUTHAMPTON TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN EASEMENT INTERESTS FOR A PUMPING STATION IN THE CITY OF EASTHAMPTON. (see Senate, No. S.2581) Approved by the Governor, October 11, 2018
Chapter 271 AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN APPOINTED HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT IN THE TOWN OF GROVELAND. (see House, No. H.4620) Approved by the Governor, October 11, 2018
Chapter 272 AN ACT RELATIVE TO STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA (see Senate, No. S.2607) Approved by the Governor, October 19, 2018
Chapter 273 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS (see House, No. H.4930) Approved (in part) by the Governor, October 23, 2018
Chapter 274 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE ROXBURY SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON. (see House, No. H.4288) Approved by the Governor, October 24, 2018
Chapter 275 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR G. SCOTT ANGELO, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.4909) Approved by the Governor, October 24, 2018
Chapter 276 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE USED VEHICLE RECORD BOOK. (see Senate, No. S.2269) Approved by the Governor, October 24, 2018
Chapter 277 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS. (see House, No. H.4946) Approved by the Governor, October 29, 2018
Chapter 278 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE CITY OF METHUEN. (see House, No. H.4905) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 279 AN ACT SUPPORTING THE MOHAWK TRAIL WOODLAND PARTNERSHIP. (see House, No. H.4880) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 280 AN ACT EXEMPTING THE POSITION OF PART-TIME POLICE OFFICER IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN THE TOWN OF ATHOL FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW. (see House, No. H.4146) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 281 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF NORTHFIELD TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF FLOYD DUNNELL, III. (see House, No. H.4675) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 282 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR RICHARD G. PERRY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION. (see Senate, No. S.2661) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 283 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KELLI JONES, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2663) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 284 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL IN THE CITY OF QUINCY. (see House, No. H.4719) Approved by the Governor, October 31, 2018
Chapter 285 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DANVERS TO GRANT 10 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4459) Approved by the Governor, November 2, 2018
Chapter 286 AN ACT REVISING THE CHARTER FOR THE CITY OF MELROSE. (see House, No. H.4464) Approved by the Governor, November 2, 2018
Chapter 287 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WILLIAMSBURG TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS ALAN EVERETT AND ROBERT LAPOINTE. (see House, No. H.4703) Approved by the Governor, November 2, 2018
Chapter 288 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF MEDFORD TO DESIGNATE A CHECK-OFF ON ITS MUNICIPAL PROPERTY TAX BILLS. (see House, No. H.4848) Approved by the Governor, November 2, 2018
Chapter 289 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN RETIREMENT BENEFIT TO BE PAID TO THE SURVIVING SPOUSE OF FALLEN OFFICER, MICHAEL CHESNA, OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF WEYMOUTH. (see House, No. H.4928) Approved by the Governor, November 2, 2018
Chapter 290 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ANNUAL APPOINTMENT OF A TREASURER OF THE LANCASTER SEWER DISTRICT (see House, No. H.3217) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 291 AN ACT VALIDATING CERTAIN PROCEEDINGS OF THE TOWN OF CONCORD (see Senate, No. S.2665) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 292 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A REAL PROPERTY EXEMPTION FOR DISABLED PERSONS IN THE TOWN OF WESTFORD (see House, No. H.4660) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 293 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BROOKLINE TO RAISE THE INCOME THRESHOLD FOR SENIOR REAL PROPERTY TAX DEFERMENTS (see House, No. H.4847) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 294 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NEWTON TO AMEND THE INCOME QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CERTAIN TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM (see House, No. H.4849) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 295 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF THE PIONEER VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (see House, No. H.4746) Approved by the Governor, November 8, 2018
Chapter 296 AN ACT TO PROMOTE AND ENHANCE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (see Senate, No. S.2631) Approved by the Governor, November 9, 2018
Chapter 297 AN ACT RELEASING A RESTRICTION ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF WEBSTER. (see House, No. H.4122) Approved by the Governor, November 15, 2018
Chapter 298 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE TO OFFER AN EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN OWNER OCCUPIED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES FOR WATER AND SEWER CHARGES AND RATES. (see House, No. H.4309) Approved by the Governor, November 15, 2018
Chapter 299 AN ACT CREATING SENIOR TAX RELIEF IN THE TOWN OF CARVER. (see Senate, No. S.2670) Approved by the Governor, November 16, 2018
Chapter 300 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY TO BORROW FUNDS TO PAY COSTS OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND CAPITAL EQUIPMENT AT THE MARTHA’S VINEYARD AIRPORT. (see House, No. H.4506) Approved by the Governor, November 16, 2018
Chapter 301 AN ACT CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE REPRESENTATIVE TOWN MEETING OF THE TOWN OF NORWOOD. (see House, No. H.4718) Approved by the Governor, November 16, 2018
Chapter 302 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE TOWN OF DENNIS. (see House, No. H.3898) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 303 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A WATERWAYS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE TOWN OF DENNIS. (see House, No. H.3899) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 304 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KERI VOLK, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION (see House, No. H.4616) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 305 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WHATELY TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF JOHN HANNUM (see House, No. H.4547) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 306 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES (see House, No. H.4621) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 307 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF BURLINGTON AS THE LANCE CORPORAL GREGORY E. MACDONALD MEMORIAL BRIDGE (see House, No. H.4569) Approved by the Governor, November 20, 2018
Chapter 308 AN ACT ALLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVERETT TO SET THE SALARY FOR THE CLERK OF THE CITY COUNCIL. (see Senate, No. S.2514) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 309 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF RETIRED SALEM POLICE OFFICERS AS SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS WITHIN THE CITY OF SALEM. (see House, No. H.4705) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 310 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF ARLINGTON TO PLACE UPON A TOWN BALLOT A QUESTION TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN TO ISSUE 1 ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4892) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 311 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR RICHARD MAYNARD, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see Senate, No. S.2668) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 312 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REAL PROPERTY TAX DEFERRALS IN THE TOWN OF ARLINGTON. (see House, No. H.4916) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 313 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR KATELYN GILIBERTI, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see House, No. H.4945) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 314 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF EVERETT TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF TIME THAT A FORMER CITY COUNCILOR IS REQUIRED TO WAIT BEFORE HOLDING OTHER COMPENSATED CITY EMPLOYMENT. (see Senate, No. S.2516) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 315 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MERGER OF THE SALVATION ARMY OF MASSACHUSETTS, INCORPORATED, INTO THE SALVATION ARMY, A NEW YORK CORPORATION. (see House, No. H.3691) Approved by the Governor, November 27, 2018
Chapter 316 AN ACT ADDING A FIFTH MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF ELECTIONS COMMISSION IN THE CITY OF EVERETT. (see Senate, No. S.2658) Approved by the Governor, December 6, 2018
Chapter 317 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR HEATHER TAVARES, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see House, No. H.4900) Approved by the Governor, December 6, 2018
Chapter 318 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE ORLEANS AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND. (see House, No. H.4645) Approved by the Governor, December 6, 2018
Chapter 319 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CHICOPEE TO ESTABLISH A WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT. (see House, No. H.4914) Approved by the Governor, December 6, 2018
Chapter 320 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN EXIT ON STATE ROUTE 18 AS THE GIAMMALVO FAMILY MEMORIAL EXIT. (see House, No. H.4912) Approved by the Governor, December 6, 2018
Chapter 321 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF WEST BOYLSTON AS THE SPECIALIST KYLE A. LITTLE MEMORIAL BRIDGE. (see House, No. H.4904) Approved by the Governor, December 10, 2018
Chapter 322 AN ACT FOR A LAW RELATIVE TO ESTABLISHING A CITIZENS COMMISSION CONCERNING A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO SECURE GOVERNMENT OF THE PEOPLE. (see House, No. H.4115) Approved by the People at the State Election, November 6, 2018
Chapter 323 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF BERKLEY TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see Senate, No. S.2596) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 324 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LAURIE WENDOVER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2083) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 325 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF WENHAM TO MAKE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS TO CERTAIN PRIVATE WAYS AND ASSESS BETTERMENTS. (see Senate, No. S.2678) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 326 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF FOXBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4768) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 327 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HATFIELD TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4878) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 328 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF AYER TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4907) Approved by the Governor, December 20, 2018
Chapter 329 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CRITICAL INCIDENT INTERVENTION BY EMERGENCY SERVICE PROVIDERS. (see Senate, No. S.2633) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 330 AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN EARLY RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR BARNSTABLE COUNTY. (see House, No. H.4107) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 331 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HARDWICK TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF FIRE CHIEF RAYMOND WALKER. (see Senate, No. S.2586) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 332 AN ACT CHANGING THE COMPOSITION OF THE BOSTON ART COMMISSION. (see House, No. H.3460) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 333 AN ACT EXEMPTING J. ADAM STAGNO FROM THE MAXIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT FOR POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER. (see House, No. H.3794) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 334 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TOWN MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT IN THE TOWN OF PEMBROKE. (see House, No. H.4607) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 335 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR WILLIAM P. KEARNEY, JR., AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see House, No. H.4974) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 336 AN ACT ALLOWING THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF ORANGE TO APPOINT A DESIGNEE TO SERVE ON THE TOWN’S BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR SOLDIERS’ MEMORIALS. (see House, No. H.4145) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 337 AN ACT REGULATING AND INSURING SHORT-TERM RENTALS. (see House, No. H.4841) Approved by the Governor, December 28, 2018
Chapter 338 AN ACT PROTECTING LOCKED OUT EMPLOYEES. (see House, No. H.4988) Approved by the Governor, December 31, 2018
Chapter 339 AN ACT FURTHER PROVIDING FOR THE SAFETY OF THE COMMONWEALTH’S NATURAL GAS INFRASTRUCTURE. (see House, No. H.5005) Approved by the Governor, December 31, 2018
Chapter 340 AN ACT REGARDING THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE TOWN OF STURBRIDGE TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. (see Senate, No. S.2673) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 341 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF NEEDHAM. (see House, No. H.4948) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 342 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF AUBURN TO RELOCATE FAITH AVENUE AND CONVEY REMNANT PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY. (see House, No. H.4551) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 343 AN ACT REPEALING THE ACT ESTABLISHING THE NANTUCKET MOSQUITO CONTROL PROJECT. (see House, No. H.4644) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 344 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE TOWN MANAGER IN THE TOWN OF HANOVER. (see House, No. H.4658) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 345 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POSITION OF APPOINTED TAX COLLECTOR IN THE TOWN OF HADLEY. (see House, No. H.4750) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 346 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE POSITION OF APPOINTED TREASURER IN THE TOWN OF HADLEY. (see House, No. H.4751) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 347 AN ACT REDUCING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE NANTUCKET PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION. (see House, No. H.4819) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 348 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF PROVINCETOWN TO CONTINUE THE EMPLOYMENT OF MICHAEL TROVATO. (see House, No. H.3865) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 349 AN ACT RELATIVE TO FEES ASSESSED BY THE DRACUT WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT. (see House, No. H.4898) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 350 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY TO SUPPLY WATER TO THE TOWN OF BURLINGTON. (see House, No. H.4801) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 351 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DRACUT TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4908) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 352 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF STOUGHTON. (see House, No. H.4918) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 353 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF CHARLTON. (see House, No. H.4805) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 354 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE SPRINGFIELD TECHNOLOGY PARK. (see Senate, No. S.2674) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 355 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE. (see Senate, No. S.2676) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 356 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN AREA WITHIN TOOHIG PARK IN THE DORCHESTER SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON IN MEMORY OF AMBROSE VALENTINO. (see House, No. H.3686) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 357 AN ACT REDESIGNATING THE POPE JOHN PAUL II PARK LOCATED IN THE DORCHESTER SECTION OF THE CITY OF BOSTON AS THE SAINT POPE JOHN PAUL II PARK. (see House, No. H.3687) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 358 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE UNIFORM ENFORCEMENT OF FOREIGN JUDGMENTS. (see House, No. H.718) Approved by the Governor, January 1, 2019
Chapter 359 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR RECALL ELECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF UXBRIDGE. (see Senate, No. S.2589) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 360 AN ACT EXEMPTING ALL POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF NORTH ADAMS FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW. (see Senate, No. S.2666) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 361 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF TYNGSBOROUGH TO GRANT 4 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4429) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 362 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF TYNGSBOROUGH TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES NOT TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4430) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 363 AN ACT EXTENDING THE AUTHORIZATION FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN DISCOUNT VOUCHERS FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS. (see House, No. H.4825) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 364 AN ACT REQUIRING THE APPOINTMENT OF 2 ADDITIONAL MEMBERS TO THE SOMERVILLE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. (see House, No. H.4951) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 365 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HANOVER TO GRANT ABATEMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES TO A CERTAIN SURVIVING SPOUSE. (see House, No. H.4955) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 366 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF CHRISTOPHER VAN NESS, A POLICE OFFICER IN THE TOWN OF YARMOUTH. (see House, No. H.4983) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 367 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PRINCIPLE-BASED RESERVING FOR LIFE INSURANCE. (see House, No. H.2969) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 368 AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2019 TO PROVIDE FOR SUPPLEMENTING CERTAIN EXISTING APPROPRIATIONS AND FOR CERTAIN OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS. (see House, No. H.5009) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 369 AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE MASSACHUSETTS CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE. (see Senate, No. S.2611) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 370 AN ACT ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES FOR THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON. (see House, No. H.4069) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 371 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS OF SEAN M. GANNON, A FALLEN POLICE OFFICER IN THE TOWN OF YARMOUTH. (see House, No. H.4982) Approved by the Governor, January 2, 2019
Chapter 372 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE LEASE OF CERTAIN YACHT CLUBS ON LAND OWNED BY THE COMMONWEALTH. (see House, No. H.4824) Approved by the Governor, January 5, 2019
Chapter 373 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE FILLING OF VACANCIES ON CERTAIN BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON. (see House, No. H.4927) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 374 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE NORFOLK COUNTY RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO GRANT CREDITABLE SERVICE TO GARY M. PREMO. (see House, No. H.5012) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 375 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND OF THE TOWN OF BREWSTER. (see House, No. H.4619) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 376 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR INCREASED RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR FIREFIGHTER SCOTT HOLT OF THE TOWN OF LITTLETON. (see House, No. H.5016) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 377 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF WORCESTER TO PROVIDE CERTAIN RETIREMENT AND MEDICAL BENEFITS TO FIREFIGHTER BRIAN PATRICK CARROLL. (see House, No. H.4663) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 378 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE MILLBURY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. (see House, No. H.1101) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 379 AN ACT ALLOWING EMPLOYEES OF THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT TO BECOME MEMBERS OF THE HAMPDEN COUNTY RETIREMENT SYSTEM. (see House, No. H.4967) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 380 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TOWN MANAGER OF THE TOWN OF UPTON. (see House, No. H.4989) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 381 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE RENAMING OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN TO SELECT BOARD IN THE TOWN OF STONEHAM. (see House, No. H.4629) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 382 AN ACT EXEMPTING POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE TOWN OF BILLERICA FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW. (see House, No. H.5027) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 383 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR RECALL ELECTIONS IN THE TOWN OF ERVING. (see House, No. H.4144) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 384 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A BOARD OF SELECTMEN-TOWN ADMINISTRATOR FORM OF GOVERNMENT FOR THE TOWN OF BERLIN. (see House, No. H.4952) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 385 AN ACT RELATIVE TO TAX TITLES IN THE TOWN OF EAST BRIDGEWATER. (see House, No. H.4064) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 386 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TOWN OF STONEHAM. (see House, No. H.4581) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 387 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS IN THE TOWN OF HARVARD. (see House, No. H.4947) Approved by the Governor, January 7, 2019
Chapter 388 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR GINA PAROLISI, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.4986) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 389 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MATTHEW CLARK, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.5020) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 390 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR PETER HAYES, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. (see House, No. H.4968) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 391 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LAWRENCE JORDAN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see House, No. H.4944) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 392 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR LORI CONVEY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see House, No. H.4902) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 393 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ELIZABETH KENDALL, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES. (see House, No. H.4734) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 394 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARIA KRULL, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE. (see Senate, No. S.2680) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 395 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JAMES CONDON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH. (see Senate, No. S.2672) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 396 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOHN TAYLOR WOODWARD, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.4957) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 397 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MARY FAULKNER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION. (see Senate, No. S.2212) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 398 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR JOHN S. GAY, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see House, No. H.4992) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 399 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MICHAEL HOOTON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see House, No. H.4997) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 400 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR WILLIAM BROWN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. (see House, No. H.5013) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 401 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CHERYL ANN GRACIA, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE TRIAL COURT. (see Senate, No. S.2683) Approved by the Governor, January 8, 2019
Chapter 402 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF MONTAGUE TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.5017) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 403 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DEDHAM TO GRANT AN ADDITIONAL LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4417) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 404 AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE CITY KNOWN AS THE TOWN OF BRIDGEWATER. (see House, No. H.4752) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 405 AN ACT RELATIVE TO EXCISE TAX REVENUE FOR THE TOWN OF CHATHAM’S OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS LIABILITY TRUST FUND. (see House, No. H.4781) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 406 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CHICOPEE. (see House, No. H.4933) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 407 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ELECTIONS FOR FIRE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 IN THE TOWN OF SOUTH HADLEY. (see House, No. H.4964) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 408 AN ACT RELATIVE TO ELECTIONS FOR FIRE DISTRICT NUMBER 2 IN THE TOWN OF SOUTH HADLEY. (see House, No. H.5019) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 409 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF ASHLAND. (see House, No. H.4976) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 410 AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE LICENSING COMMISSION AND THE BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS IN THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE. (see Senate, No. S.2294) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 411 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN ELECTED FINANCIAL OFFICIALS FOR THE TOWN OF SHERBORN. (see House, No. H.4996) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 412 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HARVARD TO ESTABLISH A CAP ON PROPERTY TAXES FOR MEANS TESTED SENIORS. (see House, No. H.4984) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 413 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF STONEHAM TO GRANT CERTAIN LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4804) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 414 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF WINES AND MALT BEVERAGES IN THE TOWN OF WAREHAM. (see House, No. H.4958) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 415 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE MARTHA’S VINEYARD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT TO LEASE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND TO MARTHA’S VINEYARD COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. FOR A TERM OF UP TO 99 YEARS. (see House, No. H.4925) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 416 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF CHESHIRE. (see House, No. H.5003) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 417 AN ACT RELATIVE TO A CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR SENIORS IN THE TOWN OF HARWICH. (see House, No. H.4437) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 418 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS IN THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD. (see Senate, No. S.2671) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 419 AN ACT RELATIVE TO HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS FOR CERTAIN RETIREES IN THE TOWN OF PEMBROKE. (see House, No. H.4977) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 420 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF ASHLAND TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL REVENUE FUND FOR AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING PROGRAM. (see House, No. H.5014) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 421 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CERTAIN RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR HAROLD F. MACGILVRAY, JR. (see House, No. H.5028) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 422 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PROVISION OF GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS IN THE TOWN OF ATHOL. (see Senate, No. S.1418) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 423 AN ACT HONORING ROSA PARKS ON ALL MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY BUSES. (see Senate, No. S.2410) Approved by the Governor, January 9, 2019
Chapter 424 AN ACT RELATIVE TO BACKGROUND CHECKS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES. (see House, No. H.5008) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 425 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE PRESCRIPTION MONITORING PROGRAM. (see House, No. H.4938) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 426 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR AARON NYAHN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. (see House, No. H.4991) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 427 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR ZELPHA BENNETT, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE OPERATIONAL SERVICES DIVISION. (see House, No. H.4119) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 428 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR MICHAEL TUCKER, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE. (see House, No. H.4911) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 429 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR CAROL POLADIAN, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ADMINISTRATION COMMISSION. (see House, No. H.4653) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 430 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF WORCESTER TO LEASE A CERTAIN BUILDING KNOWN AS THE NURSES’ BUILDING. (see House, No. H.4534) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 431 AN ACT DESIGNATING A CERTAIN STATE POOL IN THE TOWN OF CLINTON AS THE LIBERTY M. ARNOLD-SIMON MEMORIAL CHILDREN’S POOL. (see House, No. H.4994) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 432 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF DRACUT TO GRANT 4 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.3754) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 433 AN ACT RELATIVE TO PLACING A PLAQUE AT THE MCCARTHY PAVILION IN THE CITY OF REVERE IN MEMORY OF GRACE HILL SANNELLA. (see House, No. H.4993) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 434 AN ACT AMENDING THE TOWN MANAGER ACT OF THE TOWN OF ARLINGTON. (see House, No. H.4931) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 435 AN ACT IMPROVING JUROR SERVICE. (see Senate, No. S.771) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 436 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION STATIONS. (see Senate, No. S.2261) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 437 AN ACT RELATIVE TO EDUCATION COLLABORATIVES (see Senate, No. S.2330) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 438 AN ACT RELATIVE TO FINANCIAL LITERACY IN SCHOOLS. (see Senate, No. S.2374) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 439 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS FLEXIBILITY. (see House, No. H.19) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 440 AN ACT RELATIVE TO REGIONAL SCHOOLS. (see House, No. H.271) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 441 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR EQUITABLE COVERAGE IN DISABILITY POLICIES. (see House, No. H.482) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 442 AN ACT RELATIVE TO COUNTERFEIT AIRBAG PROHIBITION. (see House, No. H.4051) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 443 AN ACT AMENDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (see House, No. H.4101) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 444 AN ACT RELATIVE TO CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM SECURITY BREACHES. (see House, No. H.4806) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 445 AN ACT PROVIDING FOR EQUITABLE RELIEF FROM LIABILITY FOR JOINT FILERS OF TAX RETURNS. (see House, No. H.4942) Approved by the Governor, January 10, 2019
Chapter 446 AN ACT RELATIVE TO HEALTH INSURANCE IN THE TOWN OF HUNTINGTON. (see House, No. H.4570) Approved by the Governor, January 11, 2019
Chapter 447 AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF HARWICH TO GRANT 3 ADDITIONAL LICENSES FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE DRUNK ON THE PREMISES. (see House, No. H.4956) Approved by the Governor, January 11, 2019
Chapter 448 AN ACT DISSOLVING THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN THE TOWN OF ASHLAND. (see House, No. H.3875) Approved by the Governor, January 11, 2019
Chapter 449 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD. (see House, No. H.4936) Approved by the Governor, January 11, 2019
Chapter 450 AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE BOURNE RECREATION AUTHORITY. (see House, No. H.4990) Approved by the Governor, January 11, 2019

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