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The 193rd General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Senator Brian A. Joyce Served 1997 - 2016 Democrat - Norfolk, Bristol and Plymouth

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  Brian.Joyce@masenate.gov

State House

24 Beacon St.
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Boston, MA, 02133
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Bill Docket Bill Pinslip/Title
  SD.1815 By Ms. O'Connor Ives, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kathleen O'Connor Ives, John D. Keenan, Brian A. Joyce, Barry R. Finegold and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to child safety. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
  HD.3695 By Mr. Coppinger of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Edward F. Coppinger and others for legislation to establish a sales tax holiday in August 2013. Revenue.
S.47  SD.1364 By Ms. Clark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 47) of Katherine M. Clark, Brian A. Joyce, Barry R. Finegold, Thomas P. Conroy and other members of the General Court for legislation to create a task force to protect Massachusetts children against child sexual abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.61  HD.675 By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by proposal, House, No. 61) of Jay R. Kaufman and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to vacancies in the office of Governor or Lieutenant-Governor. Election Laws.
H.78  HD.2945 By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 78) of Garrett J. Bradley and others relative to services for adults with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.121  HD.1576 By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 121) of Kay Khan and others relative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.122  HD.1592 By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 122) of Kay Khan and others relative to reckless endangerment of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.151  HD.1379 By Representative Sannicandro of Ashland and Senator Clark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 151) of Tom Sannicandro and others for legislation to assist people with disabilities in realizing their rights and exercising their responsibilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.209  SD.34 By Ms. Clark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 209) of Katherine M. Clark, Jason M. Lewis, John W. Scibak, Martha M. Walz and other members of the General Court for legislation realtive to healthy youth and sex education. Education.
H.230  HD.2397 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 230) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to regulate the direct shipment of wines. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.244  HD.2163 By Mr. Madden of Nantucket, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 244) of Timothy R. Madden and others for legislation to prevent the automatic signing up of consumers for products or services . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.277  HD.1512 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 277) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.288  SD.1653 By Ms. Chandler, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 288) of Harriette L. Chandler, Richard T. Moore, Bruce E. Tarr, Jennifer L. Flanagan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Commonwealth's nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.
S.354  SD.998 By Mr. Donnelly, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 354) of Kenneth J. Donnelly, Katherine M. Clark, Michael Barrett, William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to healthy families and businesses . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.447  SD.1447 By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 447) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Sean Garballey, Jason M. Lewis, Benjamin Swan and other members of the General Court for legislation to regulate executive compensation at mutual insurance companies. Financial Services.
H.454  HD.1882 By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 454) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to bullying in schools. Education.
S.633  SD.657 By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 633) of William N. Brownsberger, Harriette L. Chandler, Katherine M. Clark, Kenneth J. Donnelly and other members of the General Court for legislation to extend the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases. The Judiciary.
S.656  SD.1613 By Ms. Clark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 656) of Katherine M. Clark, Paul Brodeur, Donald H. Wong, Michael J. Rodrigues and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect our communities. The Judiciary.
S.657  SD.1704 By Ms. Clark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 657) of Katherine M. Clark, F. Jay Barrows, Danielle W. Gregoire, Tom Sannicandro and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to foster child engagement. The Judiciary.
S.766  SD.1062 By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 766) of Mark C. Montigny, Robert M. Koczera, Gale D. Candaras, Martha M. Walz and others for legislation to regulate compensation of board members of public charities. The Judiciary.
H.774  HD.1378 By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 774) of Sarah K. Peake and others for legislation to further define the illegal processing of lobsters at sea. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.796  SD.362 By Ms. Spilka, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 796) of Karen E. Spilka, Martha M. Walz, William N. Brownsberger, Kay Khan and other members of the General Court for legislation to update privacy protections for personal electronic information. The Judiciary.
H.835  HD.464 By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 835) of Ruth B. Balser and others relative to continuity of care for mental health treatment. Financial Services.
H.836  HD.977 By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 836) of Ruth B. Balser and others relative to the effect of certain behavioral health disorders on certain disability insurance policies. Financial Services.
H.840  HD.1349 By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 840) of Ruth B. Balser and others for legislation to require health care coverage for emergency psychiatric services. Financial Services.
S.858  SD.782 By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 858) of James B. Eldridge, Benjamin B. Downing, Marc R. Pacheco, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish uniform wage compliance and recordkeeping. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.865  SD.1441 By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 865) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation relative to parental leave. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.873  SD.93 By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 873) of Michael O. Moore, Sal N. DiDomenico, Thomas M. McGee and Brian A. Joyce promoting fairness in private construction contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.882  SD.488 By Mr. Petruccelli, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 882) of Anthony W. Petruccelli, Katherine M. Clark, Sal N. DiDomenico, William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a domestic workers bill of rights. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.887  SD.580 By Mr. Rodrigues, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 887) of Michael J. Rodrigues, Brian A. Joyce, Barry R. Finegold, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.936  HD.450 By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 936) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to further define adverse determinations by insurers. Financial Services.
S.946  SD.1099 By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 946) of James B. Eldridge, Karen E. Spilka, Paul McMurtry, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.948  HD.1606 By Representative Malia of Boston and Senator Keenan, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 948) of Elizabeth A. Malia, John F. Keenan and others for legislation to expand coverage and access to behavioral health services. Financial Services.
S.1003  SD.231 By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1003) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., Daniel A. Wolf, Michael J. Rodrigues and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to workplace safety for social workers. Public Health.
S.1023  SD.820 By Mr. Hart, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1023) of John Hart, Jr., Harriette L. Chandler, Chris Walsh, Brian A. Joyce and other members of the General Court for legislation to expand the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program to include private schools. Public Health.
S.1064  SD.1356 By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1064) of Richard T. Moore, Anne M. Gobi, Louis L. Kafka, William C. Galvin and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to home health and hospice aides. Public Health.
S.1076  SD.1438 By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1076) of Richard T. Moore, Jason M. Lewis, Barry R. Finegold, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote the elimination of waste in certain state facilities. Public Health.
H.1106  HD.112 By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1106) of Claire D. Cronin, Brian A. Joyce and Shaunna O'Connell (by vote of the town) relative to rent regulations and the control of evictions in mobile home parks in the town of Easton. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1174  HD.3247 By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1174) of James Arciero and others relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.
H.1252  HD.1835 By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1252) of Tackey Chan and others for legislation to update sex offender registration with current technology. The Judiciary.
S.1374  SD.67 By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1374) of Michael O. Moore, Michael R. Knapik, Keiko M. Orrall, Eileen M. Donoghue and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a meals tax holiday. Revenue.
H.1471  HD.612 By Mr. Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1471) of David Paul Linsky and others for legislation to require the examination of criminal offender record information for persons volunteering at organizations conducting activities and programs for children. The Judiciary.
H.1504  HD.1565 By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1504) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the donations of leftover food by restaurants and cafeterias. The Judiciary.
S.1507  SD.137 By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1507) of Michael O. Moore, Sal N. DiDomenico, Barry R. Finegold, Thomas M. McGee and other members of the Senate for legislation to define fraud in the public bidding process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1513  SD.1411 By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1513) of Richard T. Moore, Jason M. Lewis, Angelo L. D'Emilia, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to eliminate waste and improve public oversight of state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1660  HD.283 By Representatives Turner of Dennis and Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1660) of Cleon H. Turner and others for legislation to prohibit sex offenders from employment or volunteer status at camps for children. The Judiciary.
H.1755  HD.2650 By Representatives Orrall of Lakeville and Turner of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1755) of Keiko M. Orrall and others relative to unemployment compensation rates for certain employers. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1783  HD.463 By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1783) of Ruth B. Balser and others relative to promoting efficient access to mental health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
H.1794  HD.1658 By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1794) of Kay Khan and others for legislation to ensure access to Department of Mental Health services for certain individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
H.1799  HD.1235 By Representative Malia of Boston and Senator Flanagan, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1799) of Elizabeth A. Malia, Jennifer L. Flanagan and others relative to mental health services for children. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
H.1808  HD.302 By Mr. Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1808) of John H. Rogers and others for legislation to improve access to the services of educational psychologists. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
S.1825  Text of amendment number (222) updating the bottle bill offered by Ms. Creem to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3)
S.1834  Protect Our Communities
S.1854  SD.1865 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, Brian M. Ashe, Bruce J. Ayers, Jay F. Barrows and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote motor vehicle safety. Transportation.
H.1904  HD.3283 By Mrs. Canavan of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1904) of Christine E. Canavan and Brian A. Joyce for legislation to prohibit the possession of tobacco products by persons under eighteen years of age. Public Health.
S.1911  SD.1920 By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1911) of Richard T. Moore, Michael J. Rodrigues, Katherine M. Clark, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a commission on the status of children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.1951  SD.1926 By Mr. Hedlund, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Robert L. Hedlund, Brian A. Joyce and Mark J. Cusack for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Trina Higgins, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.
H.1959  HD.174 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1959) of William C. Galvin, Brian A. Joyce and Louis L. Kafka relative to patient information regarding reconstructive surgery. Public Health.
S.1963  SD.1942 By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Richard T. Moore, Michael O. Moore, John F. Keenan, Brian A. Joyce and other members of the General Court for legislation to designate June fourteenth as the birthday of the United States Army and June ninth as General Sylvanus Thayer Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1965  SD.1945 By Mr. Keenan, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John F. Keenan, Jennifer L. Flanagan, Elizabeth A. Malia, Bruce E. Tarr and other members of the General Court for legislation to reduce prescription drug tampering and abuse. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
H.2000  HD.1639 By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 2000) of Louis L. Kafka and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the safety of dental amalgam. Public Health.
H.2011  HD.1693 By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2011) of Stephen Kulik and others relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property. Public Health.
H.2028  HD.1229 By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2028) of Elizabeth A. Malia and others relative to providing access to patient protection services for all residents. Public Health.
S.2028  SD.1997 By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Marc R. Pacheco, Frank I. Smizik, Stanley C. Rosenberg, Michael Barrett and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.2281  SD.2106 By Ms. Chandler, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senatre, No. 2281) of Harriette L. Chandler, Jay Livingstone, Frank I. Smizik, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote public safety and to protect access to reproductive health care facilities. The Judiciary.
H.2331  HD.168 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2331) of William C. Galvin and Brian A. Joyce that the Teachers' Retirement Board be directed to permit Henry Mcdeed to elect into the alternative superannuation retirement benefit program. Public Service.
H.2332  HD.169 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2332) of William C. Galvin and Brian A. Joyce relative to retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty. Public Service.
H.2333  HD.170 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2333) of William C. Galvin and Brian A. Joyce relative to retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty. Public Service.
H.3315  HD.2132 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3315) of William C. Galvin, Brian A. Joyce and Louis L. Kafka relative to audio recording of taser use by municipal law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3439  HD.2066 By Mr. Timilty of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3439) of Walter F. Timilty and others (by vote of the town) relative to the charter of the town of Randolph. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3460  HD.3615 By Representative Cronin of Easton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Claire D. Cronin, Thomas Kennedy and others relative to providing for home modifications and moving expenses for certain victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.3503  HD.3612 By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and others relative to the issuance of "Boston Strong" motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.
H.3576  HD.3752 By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3576) of William C. Galvin and Brian A. Joyce (by vote of the town) that the town of Avon be authorized to establish a department of public works. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4191  HD.4323 By Mr. Timilty of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4191) of Walter F. Timilty and Brian A. Joyce (by vote of the town) that the town of Milton be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4350  HD.4411 By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Louis L. Kafka and others for legislation to require the Registry of Motor Vehicles to share information on suspended or revoked licenses with municipal police departments. Transportation.
H.4560  HD.4564 By Representative O'Day of West Boylston and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day, Bruce E. Tarr and others relative to the disclosure of home addresses and telephone numbers of certain employees of the Department of Children and Families. The Judiciary.
H.4575  HD.4610 By Mr. Cullinane of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Daniel Cullinane and Brian A. Joyce for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Ogar, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.
* — Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.