Senator Bruce E. Tarr Republican - First Essex and Middlesex

Minority Leader

Bruce.Tarr@masenate.gov

State House

24 Beacon St.
Room 308
Boston, MA, 02133

Phone:

(617) 722-1600

Fax:

(617) 722-1310

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Bill	Docket	Bill Pinslip/Title
	SD.2500	By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cindy F. Friedman, Patricia D. Jehlen, Paul R. Feeney, Joan B. Lovely and other members of the Senate for legislation to ensure greater transparency at the GIC. Public Service.
	HD.4599	By Representative McKenna of Webster and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joseph D. McKenna, Ryan C. Fattman and others relative to trafficking certain illegal drugs and firearms. The Judiciary.
	HD.4765	By Ms. Ferrante of Gloucester, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ann-Margaret Ferrante and others for legislation to establish maritime commercial development tax credits. Revenue.
S.14	SD.1646	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by proposal for constitutional amendment, Senate, No. 14) of Richard J. Ross, Citizens for Limited Taxation and Steven S. Howitt for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to prohibit eminent domain. The Judiciary.
S.40	SD.1574	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 40) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Hannah Kane, Shawn Dooley and other members of the General Court for legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.52	SD.1248	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 52) of John F. Keenan, Jennifer L. Flanagan, Susan Williams Gifford, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation to update terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.59	SD.304	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 59) of Joan B. Lovely, Bradford R. Hill, Mary S. Keefe, Sal N. DiDomenico 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.71	SD.1598	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 71) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to prevention of EBT fraud. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.72	SD.1601	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 72) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to further reduce EBT fraud. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.73	SD.1853	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 73) of Richard J. Ross, Randy Hunt and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to work requirements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.74	SD.1876	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 74) of Richard J. Ross, Leonard Mirra, Elizabeth A. Poirier, Barbara A. L'Italien and others for legislation relative to the counting of certain residences as affordable housing. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.83	HD.1764	By Representatives Cronin of Easton and Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 83) of Claire D. Cronin, Paul Brodeur and others for legislation to require family child care licensees to disclose when such licensees are not covered by liability insurance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.88	SD.1572	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 88) of Joan B. Lovely and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to encouraging the growth of small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.
S.95	SD.750	By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 95) of Michael J. Barrett, Denise Provost, Jay R. Kaufman, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect biometric information under the security breach law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.100	SD.835	By Ms. Chang-Diaz, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 100) of Sonia Chang-Diaz, Kay Khan and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to identity fraud. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.103	HD.1076	By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 103) of Marc T. Lombardo and others relative to eligibility for certain entitlement programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.106	HD.1209	By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 106) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and others relative to the use of direct cash assistance funds held on an electronic benefit transfer card or access device in a state other than the Commonwealth or a bordering state. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.107	HD.1231	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 107) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the child welfare system in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.112	SD.1028	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 112) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Attorney General Maura Healey, Jennifer E. Benson, Denise Provost and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a student tuition recovery fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.150	SD.1607	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 150) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to increase penalties for certain minors involved in the attempt to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.151	SD.1608	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 151) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Carolyn C. Dykema, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and others for legislation relative to professional solicitors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.152	SD.1866	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 152) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Elizabeth A. Poirier, Keiko M. Orrall and other members of the General Court for legislation to prohibit certain termination and cancellation fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.161	HD.1737	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 161) of Bradford R. Hill and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to require physicians and physicians assistants to certify being trained in eating disorders when applying to renew their licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.174	HD.1408	By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 174) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to a establish a “second chance” lottery to help address the problem of lottery ticket litter. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.178	SD.1047	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 178) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Josh S. Cutler, James R. Miceli, Walter F. Timilty and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish the MassMade Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
S.179	SD.1093	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 179) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Tackey Chan, Jennifer L. Flanagan, Barbara A. L'Italien and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the cybersecurity of the Internet of Things and other smart devices. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
H.181	HD.340	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 181) of Leonard Mirra and others that the Division of Professional Licensure be directed to amend the Uniform State Plumbing Code and associated regulations to include a category of agricultural buildings and operations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.187	SD.191	By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 187) of Jason M. Lewis, Steven Ultrino, Jonathan Hecht, Sheila C. Harrington and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote local economic development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
S.192	SD.1564	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 192) of Joan B. Lovely, F. Jay Barrows, Kay Khan, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation to create the Home Works Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
S.217	SD.1534	By Ms. Chandler, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 217) of Harriette L. Chandler, Anne M. Gobi, Carmine L. Gentile, Richard J. Ross and others for legislation to establish a commission on regional school district foundation budgets. [EDUCATION].
H.222	HD.1513	By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 222) of F. Jay Barrows and others for legislation to direct the Department of Education to include a course in civics as a high school graduation requirement. Education.
S.223	SD.1905	By Ms. Chang-Diaz, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 223) of Sonia Chang-Diaz, Jack Lewis, Jason M. Lewis, Marjorie C. Decker and other members of the General Court for legislation to modernize the foundation budget for the 21st century. Education.
H.225	HD.1495	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 225) of Jennifer E. Benson and others for legislation to promote cost-effective, high quality in-district programs for students with disabilities. Education.
S.233	SD.169	By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 233) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to improve literacy skills. Education.
H.237	HD.1707	By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 237) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to requiring high school students to pass a civics test for prior to graduation. Education.
H.240	HD.641	By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 240) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to establishing a personal financial literacy curriculum in schools. Education.
H.242	HD.738	By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 242) of James J. Dwyer and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to impose a moratorium on new mandated education pograms and expenses. Education.
H.243	HD.762	By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 243) of James J. Dwyer and others for legislation to establish a educational mandate working group. Education.
S.247	SD.1058	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 247) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Rady Mom and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to high school financial literacy education. Education.
H.250	HD.1276	By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 250) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the transportation of students in vocational-technical schools. Education.
H.251	HD.1278	By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 251) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for legislation to provide bonus aid to newly formed regional school districts. Education.
H.252	HD.1770	By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Kelcourse of Amesbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 252) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, James M. Kelcourse and others relative to school foundation budgets. Education.
S.252	SD.1533	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 252) of Ryan C. Fattman, James R. Miceli, Richard J. Ross, Thomas M. Stanley and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to carbon monoxide detectors in schools. Education.
S.262	SD.400	By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 262) of Anne M. Gobi, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Carmine L. Gentile, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide bonus aid to newly formed regional school districts. Education.
S.263	SD.819	By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 263) of Anne M. Gobi, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Carmine L. Gentile, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a special commission to study vocational education transportation. Education.
S.265	SD.869	By Mr. Hinds, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 265) of Adam G. Hinds, William Smitty Pignatelli, Robert M. Koczera, Julian Cyr and other members of the General Court for legislation to commission a study of vocational education. Education.
H.270	HD.1766	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 270) of Bradford R. Hill and others that costs associated with special education follow students upon the change of school districts in mid year. Education.
S.273	SD.147	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 273) of John F. Keenan, Bruce E. Tarr, Carlos Gonzalez and Joan B. Lovely for legislation to increase parental awareness of opiate abuse risks. Education.
H.280	HD.414	By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 280) of Jay R. Kaufman and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to develop a proposal for the establishment of a program of civics education and public service for the youth of the Commonwealth. Education.
H.303	HD.458	By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 303) of Keiko M. Orrall and others relative to informational technology upgrade reimbursements for next-generation Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System compliance. Education.
S.305	SD.1610	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 305) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Barbara A. L'Italien and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the definition of students enrolled in special education classes inside and outside of school districts. Education.
S.306	SD.1612	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 306) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to reduce paperwork within the department of elementary and secondary education. Education.
H.332	HD.175	By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 332) of Chris Walsh, James J. Dwyer and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to increase the state reimbursements for special education costs. Education.
H.336	HD.1481	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 336) of Jennifer E. Benson and others relative to spouses as caregivers. Elder Affairs.
H.346	HD.679	By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 346) of Denise Provost and others for legislation to provide for the establishment of senior citizen safety zones in cities and towns. Elder Affairs.
S.358	SD.729	By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 358) of Marc R. Pacheco, Bruce E. Tarr, Michael D. Brady, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the Nursing Home Quality Jobs Initiative. Elder Affairs.
S.359	SD.1606	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 359) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish senior citizen safety zones. Elder Affairs.
H.370	HD.1759	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 370) of Bradford R. Hill and others for legislation to require applicants for voter registration to show proof of identification. Election Laws.
S.382	SD.1631	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 382) of Ryan C. Fattman, Leonard Mirra, Shawn Dooley, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to contribution fairness. Election Laws.
S.395	SD.1625	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 395) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to campaign finance during special elections. Election Laws.
S.396	SD.1628	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 396) of Richard J. Ross, Elizabeth A. Poirier, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to unfunded election audits. Election Laws.
S.397	SD.1709	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 397) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Leonard Mirra, Elizabeth A. Poirier and other members of the General Court for legislation to require photo identification to receive a ballot. Election Laws.
H.418	HD.295	By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator O'Connor Ives, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 418) of Lori A. Ehrlich and others relative to the use of elephants in traveling animal acts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.419	HD.758	By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator Lewis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 419) of Lori A. Ehrlich, Jason M. Lewis and others relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.425	SD.1828	By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 425) of James B. Eldridge, Carolyn C. Dykema, Carmine L. Gentile, Daniel J. Ryan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to drought management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.442	SD.1796	By Ms. Gobi, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 442) of Anne M. Gobi, Paul A. Schmid, III, Michael J. Rodrigues, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to create an Agricultural Resolve and Security Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.444	HD.1375	By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 444) of Stephen Kulik and others relative to conservation restrictions and agricultural preservation restrictions providing non-development covenants on land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.450	SD.457	By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 450) of Jason M. Lewis, Jack Lewis, Carmine L. Gentile, Chris Walsh and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.457	HD.644	By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 457) of Keiko M. Orrall and others for the establishment of a special task force (including members of the General Court) to promote pollinator forage. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.458	HD.645	By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 458) of Keiko M. Orrall and others relative to agricultural preservation restrictions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.464	SD.654	By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 464) of Michael O. Moore, Lori A. Ehrlich, Jack Lewis, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.469	SD.1019	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 469) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Richard J. Ross, Josh S. Cutler, Barbara A. L'Italien and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the positioning of compressor stations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.470	SD.1698	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 470) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Sheila C. Harrington, Jason M. Lewis, Josh S. Cutler and other members of the General Court banning the sale of cats and dogs in commercial pet shops. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.471	HD.1205	By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 471) of William M. Straus and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.481	SD.1742	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 481) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the impacts of municipal water withdrawal permits . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.485	HD.1966	By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 485) of Ruth B. Balser and others for legislation to prohibit benefit limits and exclusions for behavioral health disorders on certain disability insurance policies. Financial Services.
H.490	HD.1496	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 490) of Jennifer E. Benson and others relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies. Financial Services.
H.491	HD.1498	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 491) of Jennifer E. Benson and others relative to transparency and access in healthcare. Financial Services.
H.497	HD.135	By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 497) of James M. Cantwell and others for legislation to direct the Attorney General to provide for a study of the methodology used to promulgate new flood insurance rate maps through the National Flood Insurance Program. Financial Services.
H.498	HD.137	By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 498) of James M. Cantwell and others that the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance be directed to make a bi-annual investigation relative to flood insurance rates. Financial Services.
S.517	SD.888	By Mr. Donnelly, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 517) of Kenneth J. Donnelly, John F. Keenan, Kenneth I. Gordon, Barbara A. L'Italien and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to transparency for mental health parity. Financial Services.
S.540	SD.911	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 540) of John F. Keenan, Todd M. Smola, Michael J. Rodrigues, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees. Financial Services.
S.549	SD.1182	By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 549) of Jason M. Lewis, Chris Walsh, Jennifer E. Benson, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation to advance and expand access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.
H.558	HD.848	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 558) of Leonard Mirra and others for legislation to provide transparency in the data contained in the payer and provider claims database. Financial Services.
S.589	SD.1852	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 589) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to pet insurance. Financial Services.
H.594	HD.1483	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 594) of Jennifer E. Benson and others that the Office of Medicaid be directed to establish a bundled payment pilot program. Health Care Financing.
H.596	HD.1501	By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 596) of Jennifer E. Benson and others relative to single payer health care. Health Care Financing.
S.601	SD.243	By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 601) of Michael J. Barrett, James J. O'Day, Barbara A. L'Italien and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation establishing a commission relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers. Health Care Financing.
S.606	SD.981	By Ms. Chandler, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 606) of Harriette L. Chandler, Kate Hogan, Diana DiZoglio, Carolyn C. Dykema and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.
S.615	SD.1027	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 615) of Eileen M. Donoghue, John W. Scibak, Richard J. Ross, Joan B. Lovely and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission. Health Care Financing.
S.617	SD.419	By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 617) of James B. Eldridge, Denise Provost, Sal N. DiDomenico, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled. Health Care Financing.
S.629	SD.1278	By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 629) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Brendan P. Crighton, Thomas M. McGee, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors. Health Care Financing.
H.631	HD.1105	By Mr. Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 631) of Daniel M. Donahue and others for legislation to create a fiscal incentive program for veterans to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Higher Education.
S.632	SD.1227	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 632) of John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge, Bruce E. Tarr and Thomas M. McGee for legislation relative to hospital closures and health planning. Health Care Financing.
H.632	HD.1596	By Representatives Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield and Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 632) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others for legislation to institute programs to respond to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.
H.642	HD.671	By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 642) of Keiko M. Orrall and others that institutions of higher education allow certain students to waive participation in student health insurance programs. Higher Education.
H.648	HD.63	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 648) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to require post secondary institutions to inform students of their right to call their parents and their right to an attorney in the event of a disciplinary hearing that may result in expulsion. Higher Education.
S.650	SD.1590	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 650) of Joan B. Lovely and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to review of provider material changes. Health Care Financing.
S.654	SD.1387	By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 654) of Mark C. Montigny, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Anne M. Gobi, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to transfer of assets by MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.
H.657	HD.938	By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 657) of Michael S. Day and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and make recommendations relative to the comprehensive permit law. Housing.
H.658	HD.1305	By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 658) of Michael S. Day and others relative to comprehensive housing needs assessment and the promotion of affordable housing. Housing.
H.660	HD.275	By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 660) of David F. DeCoste and others for legislation to include mobile homes in the definition of affordable housing. Housing.
S.661	SD.1641	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 661) of Richard J. Ross, William Crocker, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to health insurance penalties. Health Care Financing.
H.667	HD.1655	By Representative Hecht of Watertown and Senator Jehlen, a joint petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 667) of Jonathan Hecht and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the need for accessible homes for the elderly, returning veterans with disabilities and families that include persons with disabilities. Housing.
S.676	SD.1048	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 676) of Eileen M. Donoghue, James R. Miceli, Brian M. Ashe, Walter F. Timilty and other members of the General Court for legislation to expand the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.
S.680	SD.1064	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 680) of Eileen M. Donoghue, William Crocker, Rady Mom, Jennifer L. Flanagan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to uniform financial aid information. Higher Education.
S.684	SD.1618	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 684) of Ryan C. Fattman, Peter J. Durant, Richard J. Ross, Paul K. Frost and other members of the General Court for legislation to educate students about the cost of a college degree. Higher Education.
H.694	HD.1186	By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 694) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and others relative to the public housing application process. Housing.
H.703	HD.173	By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 703) of Chris Walsh and others for legislation to include Section 8 housing vouchers as an affordable housing type. Housing.
S.708	SD.1753	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 708) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman, Linda Dean Campbell and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to allow in-state tuition rates for veterans. Higher Education.
H.710	HD.1676	By Ms. Atkins of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 710) of Cory Atkins and others relative to synthetic drugs. The Judiciary.
H.731	HD.1803	By Representative Calter of Kingston and Senator deMacedo, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 731) of Thomas J. Calter, Viriato M. deMacedo and others relative to increasing penalties for hit and run with a recreational vehicle. The Judiciary.
H.733	HD.1849	By Representative Calter of Kingston and Senator deMacedo, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 733) of Thomas J. Calter, Viriato M. deMacedo and others relative to the drunk driving laws. The Judiciary.
H.744	HD.260	By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 744) of Tackey Chan and others for legislation to further regulate sex offender registration. The Judiciary.
H.745	HD.261	By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 745) of Tackey Chan and others relative to juvenile intimidation of witnesses, jurors and persons furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.
S.747	SD.1856	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 747) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Keiko M. Orrall, Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation relative to preventing fraud in Massachusetts housing authorities. Housing.
H.764	HD.1381	By Mr. Cutler of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 764) of Josh S. Cutler and others relative to deposits of property with persons having residences or places of business in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.
H.773	HD.1404	By Representatives DuBois of Brockton and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 773) of Michelle M. DuBois, Carmine L. Gentile and others for legislation to protect victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense. The Judiciary.
H.784	HD.1868	By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and McKenna of Webster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 784) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Joseph D. McKenna and others relative to the use of insanity as a criminal defense. The Judiciary.
S.835	SD.1037	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 835) of Eileen M. Donoghue, District Attorney Marian T. Ryan, Jason M. Lewis, James R. Miceli and other members of the General Court for legislation to criminalize sexual assault by fraud by a medical professional. The Judiciary.
H.836	HD.918	By Mr. Heroux of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 836) of Paul R. Heroux and others relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.
S.837	SD.1040	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 837) of Eileen M. Donoghue, James R. Miceli, Sarah K. Peake, William Crocker and other members of the General Court for legislation to criminalize the trafficking of carfentanil. The Judiciary.
S.838	SD.1043	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 838) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Jason M. Lewis, James R. Miceli, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation to encourage the donation of food to persons in need. The Judiciary.
S.848	SD.1520	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 848) of Ryan C. Fattman, Richard J. Ross, Kevin J. Kuros, William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to direct food donations. The Judiciary.
S.849	SD.1622	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 849) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Richard J. Ross, Kevin J. Kuros and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the insanity defense. The Judiciary.
H.850	HD.1753	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 850) of Bradford R. Hill and others relative to certain habitual offenders. The Judiciary.
S.850	SD.1626	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 850) of Ryan C. Fattman, James R. Miceli, Richard J. Ross, Paul K. Frost and others for legislation to strengthen the identity law. The Judiciary.
H.851	HD.1763	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 851) of Bradford R. Hill and Bruce E. Tarr relative to holding habitual, violent offenders responsible for simultaneous crimes. The Judiciary.
H.872	HD.1559	By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 872) of Louis L. Kafka and others relative to operating motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. The Judiciary.
H.873	HD.1156	By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 873) of Jay R. Kaufman and others for legislation to protect residents of the Commonwealth from certain government monitoring. The Judiciary.
S.875	SD.1732	By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 875) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Michael O. Moore, Bruce E. Tarr and Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to protect victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense. The Judiciary.
H.879	HD.1460	By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 879) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to exempt businesses donating to food banks from liability for civil damages. The Judiciary.
S.880	SD.621	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 880) of John F. Keenan, Michael D. Brady, F. Jay Barrows, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses. The Judiciary.
S.897	SD.456	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 897) of Joan B. Lovely, Richard J. Ross, Bradford R. Hill, Thomas P. Walsh and others for legislation to prohibit falsification or impersonation of an emergency medical technician or paramedic. The Judiciary.
S.900	SD.1982	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 900) of Joan B. Lovely, Richard J. Ross, Paul Tucker, Robert M. Koczera and other members of the General Court for legislation to impose a penalty for the damaging of historic homes. The Judiciary.
S.902	SD.1990	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 902) of Joan B. Lovely, Richard J. Ross, Peter J. Durant, Kay Khan and other members of the General Court for legislation to amend the statute of limitations regarding criminal prosecutions for the crimes of sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.
S.905	SD.1083	By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 905) of Mark C. Montigny, Patricia A. Haddad, Sal N. DiDomenico, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery. The Judiciary.
H.919	HD.1238	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 919) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to public access to sex offender information. The Judiciary.
S.921	SD.672	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 921) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Richard J. Ross, Sheila C. Harrington, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a special commission to study the prevention of heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.
S.928	SD.1649	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 928) of Richard J. Ross, Citizens for Limited Taxation and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to require that eminent domain takings be for public use purposes and defining the term public use. The Judiciary.
S.929	SD.1654	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 929) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the unsealing of records. The Judiciary.
S.930	SD.1655	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 930) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to share custody of minor children of divorced or separated parents. The Judiciary.
S.931	SD.1657	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 931) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to sex offender classification. The Judiciary.
S.933	SD.1660	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 933) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.
S.935	SD.1749	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 935) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Linda Dean Campbell and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to wave the fees for the declaration of homestead for disabled veterans. The Judiciary.
S.936	SD.1854	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 936) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to conflict of interest training. The Judiciary.
S.937	SD.1864	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 937) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to impersonating a public officer. The Judiciary.
H.938	HD.1023	By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 938) of Denise Provost and others for legislation to increase the declared homestead exemption. The Judiciary.
S.938	SD.1869	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 938) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to crimes against police officers. The Judiciary.
S.939	SD.1885	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 939) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to vandalism and tagging. The Judiciary.
H.941	HD.625	By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 941) of David M. Rogers and others for legislation to properly punish the solicitation of felony crimes. The Judiciary.
H.980	HD.383	By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 980) of Chris Walsh and others relative to rent escrow court actions. The Judiciary.
H.981	HD.62	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 981) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to recording the testimony of children as witnesses in certain court proceedings. The Judiciary.
H.982	HD.65	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 982) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to establish a penalty for blocking public ways and disrupting traffic. The Judiciary.
H.983	HD.67	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 983) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to the penalties for motor vehicle operators refusing to stop for a police officer. The Judiciary.
H.985	HD.69	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 985) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to increase the penalties for the distributing and trafficking of oxycodone and derivatives of oxycodone. The Judiciary.
H.986	HD.70	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 986) of Timothy R. Whelan and others for legislation to increase the penalties for the distribution of heroin. The Judiciary.
S.986	SD.991	By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 986) of Michael J. Barrett, Kay Khan, James B. Eldridge, Kenneth I. Gordon and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect the long-term unemployed from discrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.988	HD.1299	By Messrs. Whelan of Brewster and Tucker of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 988) of Timothy R. Whelan and others relative to the definition of fentanyl. The Judiciary.
H.998	HD.1820	By Mr. Calter of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 998) of Thomas J. Calter and others relative to the pay of first responders out of work due to needlestick injuries suffered in the line of duty. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1007	SD.1044	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1007) of Eileen M. Donoghue, James R. Miceli, John F. Keenan, Rady Mom and other members of the General Court for legislation to raise employment and combating opioids through vocational education and rehabilitation (RECOVER). Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1009	SD.1090	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1009) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Jennifer L. Flanagan, Sheila C. Harrington and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide a safe harbor for self-employed individuals. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1012	SD.1624	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1012) of Ryan C. Fattman, James R. Miceli, Richard J. Ross, Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others for legislation relative to the penalty for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1024	SD.1568	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1024) of Joan B. Lovely and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the status of newspaper delivery persons. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1032	SD.726	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1032) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Richard J. Ross, Sheila C. Harrington, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the documentation of contracted workers. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1034	HD.250	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1034) of Leonard Mirra and others relative to setting the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1036	HD.1275	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1036) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to the definitions of and profile of independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1042	SD.17	By Mr. Rodrigues, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1042) of Michael J. Rodrigues and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1043	HD.176	By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1043) of Chris Walsh and others relative to persons performing job-related services. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1044	SD.1656	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1044) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to employee records. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1051	HD.1494	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1051) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to the regulation of legal marijuana. Marijuana Policy.
H.1096	HD.315	By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1096) of Steven S. Howitt and others relative to establishing a special commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.1123	SD.482	By Mr. deMacedo, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1123) of Viriato M. deMacedo, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Brendan P. Crighton, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to authorize municipal use of the prudent investor standards. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.1127	SD.405	By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1127) of James B. Eldridge, Jack Lewis, Thomas M. McGee, John W. Scibak and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect abandoned animals in vacant properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.1144	SD.1586	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1144) of Joan B. Lovely, Paul Tucker, Chris Walsh and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to local review for public structures. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1162	HD.1916	By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1162) of William C. Galvin and others for legislation to authorize emergency medical technicians to restrain patients who present immediate or serious threats of bodily harm to themselves or others. Public Health.
S.1169	SD.1005	By Ms. Chandler, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1169) of Harriette L. Chandler, Leonard Mirra, Diana DiZoglio, Marjorie C. Decker and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish an advanced dental hygiene practitioner level of practice. Public Health.
H.1184	HD.909	By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1184) of Kay Khan, Bruce E. Tarr and Chris Walsh for legislation to establish a nursing advisory board within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Health.
H.1199	HD.1422	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1199) of Paul McMurtry and others for legislation to allow restaurants to donate edible leftover cooked food and nonperishable food to local food pantries and assistance shelters. Public Health.
H.1200	HD.1425	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1200) of Paul McMurtry and others that continuing education necessary for the renewal of a physician’s certificate of registration include courses on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other cognitive impairments. Public Health.
S.1218	SD.1353	By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1218) of Jason M. Lewis, Harriette L. Chandler, Kevin G. Honan, Paul McMurtry and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction. Public Health.
S.1252	SD.555	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1252) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Josh S. Cutler, Barbara A. L'Italien, Sheila C. Harrington and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to air monitoring stations and natural gas compression stations. Public Health.
S.1254	SD.751	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1254) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislation to create a special commission to study the prevalence and prevention of child lead poisoning. Public Health.
S.1255	SD.2031	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1255) of Patrick M. O'Connor, David F. DeCoste, Thomas M. McGee, Daniel M. Donahue and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a special commission to find the best practices to promote education, awareness, and prevention of Lyme disease. Public Health.
S.1268	SD.1462	By Ms. Spilka, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 1268) of Karen E. Spilka, Jack Lewis, James B. Eldridge, Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to create a special commission to examine the health impacts of electromagnetic fields. Public Health.
S.1286	SD.843	By Ms. Chang-Diaz, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1286) of Sonia Chang-Diaz, Jose F. Tosado, Jason M. Lewis, Marjorie C. Decker and other members of the General Court for legislation to collect data regarding the use of solitary confinement in Massachusetts prisons and jails. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1302	SD.1049	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1302) of Eileen M. Donoghue and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to increase the penalties for the illegal possession of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1327	SD.1575	By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1327) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Linda Dean Campbell, Thomas M. McGee, Joan B. Lovely and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the use of community corrections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1349	SD.553	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1349) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Richard J. Ross, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Ryan C. Fattman and other members of the General Court for legislation to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1350	SD.1717	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1350) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to the safety of children in school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1351	SD.1666	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1351) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to create a commission to study the effectiveness of a drug dealer registry in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1352	SD.1667	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1352) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to create a drug dealer registry in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1353	SD.1870	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1353) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to human trafficking prevention. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1354	SD.1874	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1354) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to prohibit the illegal lending of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1369	SD.523	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1369) of James E. Timilty, Massachusetts Coalition of Police and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1373	SD.665	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1373) of James E. Timilty, Boston Police Patrolman's Association, Mass Coalition of Police AFL-CIO Council, Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society and others for legislation relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1388	HD.205	By Representative Gentile of Sudbury and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1388) of Carmine L. Gentile, James B. Eldridge and others relative to death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.
S.1394	SD.1078	By Mr. deMacedo, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1394) of Viriato M. deMacedo, Mathew Muratore, David F. DeCoste, William Crocker and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the retroactive application of veterans creditable service. Public Service.
H.1449	HD.215	By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1449) of Todd M. Smola and others for legislation to include certain certified emergency telecommunicators in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.
S.1457	SD.1712	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1457) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to pension fund performance and accountability. Public Service.
S.1472	SD.533	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1472) of James E. Timilty, Massachusetts Coalition of Police and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide additional benefits to survivors of certain public safety employees. Public Service.
H.1477	HD.1163	By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1477) of F. Jay Barrows and others for legislation to provide an income tax credit for expenditures for the design, construction, repair or replacement of failed cesspool or septic systems. Revenue.
H.1478	HD.1222	By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1478) of F. Jay Barrows and others relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.
S.1478	SD.787	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1478) of James E. Timilty, Massachusetts Coalition of Police and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to post-retirement employment. Public Service.
S.1479	SD.867	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1479) of James E. Timilty, Steven S. Howitt, Richard J. Ross, Elizabeth A. Poirier and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunications. Public Service.
H.1480	HD.288	By Ms. Campanale of Leicester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1480) of Kate D. Campanale and others relative to providing for certain student loan repayment income tax deductions. Revenue.
H.1490	HD.237	By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1490) of Tackey Chan, Bruce E. Tarr and David M. Rogers for legislation to create the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund from portions of the fuel excise tax and fees assessed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Revenue.
H.1498	HD.56	By Mr. Cutler of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1498) of Josh S. Cutler and others relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices. Revenue.
H.1510	HD.1867	By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1510) of Shawn Dooley and others relative to the estate tax code of the Commonwealth. Revenue.
H.1511	HD.735	By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1511) of James J. Dwyer, James M. Cantwell and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to direct the Commissioner of the Department of Revenue to annually designate a sales tax holiday. Revenue.
S.1511	SD.609	By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1511) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Linda Dorcena Forry, John J. Lawn, Jr., William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote high-impact community investment. Revenue.
S.1516	SD.1042	By Ms. Donoghue, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1516) of Eileen M. Donoghue, Rady Mom, Walter F. Timilty, Barbara A. L'Italien and other members of the General Court for legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.
S.1523	SD.1495	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1523) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Shawn Dooley, Leonard Mirra and other members of the General Court for legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.
H.1524	HD.393	By Messrs. Gentile of Sudbury and DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1524) of Carmine L. Gentile and others relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.
S.1524	SD.1497	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1524) of Ryan C. Fattman, Shawn Dooley, Leonard Mirra, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to graduate student loan deductions. Revenue.
S.1526	SD.1501	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1526) of Ryan C. Fattman, Shawn Dooley, Timothy R. Whelan, Leonard Mirra and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.
S.1529	SD.1507	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1529) of Ryan C. Fattman, Shawn Dooley, Richard J. Ross, Randy Hunt and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts. Revenue.
H.1533	HD.1761	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1533) of Bradford R. Hill and Bruce E. Tarr relative to the property tax deferral program. Revenue.
H.1539	HD.337	By Representative Howitt of Seekonk and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1539) of Steven S. Howitt and others relative to Title V income tax credit reform of financial aid for homeowners who have incurred costs for the repair or replacement of failed septic systems. Revenue.
S.1545	SD.158	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1545) of John F. Keenan, Carmine L. Gentile, Richard J. Ross, Tackey Chan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to commuter transit benefits. Revenue.
H.1566	HD.1767	By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1566) of Stephen Kulik and others for legislation to provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption. Revenue.
H.1576	HD.704	By Messrs. Lombardo of Billerica and Stanley of Waltham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1576) of Marc T. Lombardo, Thomas M. Stanley and others for legislation to exempt municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.
H.1577	HD.711	By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1577) of Marc T. Lombardo and others relative to reducing the income tax to five percent. Revenue.
H.1578	HD.715	By Representatives Lombardo of Billerica and O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1578) of Marc T. Lombardo, Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for legislation to lower the sales tax to five percent. Revenue.
H.1579	HD.778	By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1579) of Paul W. Mark and others relative to employer student loan contribution tax deductions. Revenue.
H.1585	HD.1439	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1585) of Paul McMurtry, Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for the creation of a sales tax holiday for the month of August of each year for certain nonbusiness sales at retail of mobile electronic devices. Revenue.
H.1586	HD.1452	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1586) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to taxation of school supplies purchased by certain educators. Revenue.
H.1588	HD.1454	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1588) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to motion pictures filmed in the Commonwealth. Revenue.
H.1589	HD.730	By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1589) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others for legislation to provide an income tax deduction for purchases of gun safes. Revenue.
H.1590	HD.731	By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1590) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks. Revenue.
H.1591	HD.733	By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1591) of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others for legislation to provide for an oil tank removal tax credit for residents in manufactured housing communities. Revenue.
S.1592	SD.524	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1592) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Richard J. Ross, Sheila C. Harrington, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a tax exemption for municipalities paying for gas. Revenue.
H.1599	HD.1196	By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1599) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and others for legislation to require a one-year waiting period after passage of an act creating new taxes for said taxes to become effective. Revenue.
H.1600	HD.1220	By Representative O'Connell of Taunton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1600) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation to exempt certain inventory from taxation. Revenue.
H.1604	HD.1126	By Mr. Pignatelli of Lenox, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1604) of William Smitty Pignatelli and others relative to the value of classic or antique vehicles in calculating the sales tax. Revenue.
S.1618	SD.1673	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1618) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to authorize a city or town to designate a checkoff on its real estate tax bills and to establish an economic aid fund. Revenue.
S.1619	SD.1675	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1619) of Richard J. Ross, Ryan C. Fattman, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Eric P. Lesser and others for legislation to exempt certain farmers' markets from certain property taxes. Revenue.
S.1620	SD.1678	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1620) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish a municipal gas tax exemption. Revenue.
S.1623	SD.1683	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1623) of Richard J. Ross, Citizens for Limited Taxation and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to limit proposition 2 1/2 override elections and allowing an underride in all communities. Revenue.
S.1624	SD.1684	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1624) of Richard J. Ross, Jason M. Lewis, Donald F. Humason, Jr., William Crocker and others for legislation to promote conservation through oyster shell recycling. Revenue.
S.1625	SD.1716	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1625) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish the Commonwealth Municipal Dog Park Trust Fund. Revenue.
S.1627	SD.1755	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1627) of Richard J. Ross, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Keiko M. Orrall, Ryan C. Fattman and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a tax credit for employers of veterans who received an honorable discharge. Revenue.
H.1628	HD.596	By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1628) of John W. Scibak and others for legislation to provide an income tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. Revenue.
S.1628	SD.1871	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1628) of Richard J. Ross, Jason M. Lewis, Ryan C. Fattman, Barbara A. L'Italien and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to student loan debt. Revenue.
H.1643	HD.610	By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1643) of Chris Walsh and others for legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.
H.1648	HD.1173	By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1648) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and others for legislation to require the committees on Ways and Means of both branches of the General Court to conduct certain hearings on measures that would increase or expand any new or existing taxes or fees. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.
S.1669	SD.1016	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1669) of James E. Timilty, Steven S. Howitt, Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.
H.1669	HD.1736	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1669) of Bradford R. Hill and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to make the General Court subject to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1681	HD.913	By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1681) of Kay Khan and others relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1682	HD.1152	By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1682) of Kevin J. Kuros, Bruce E. Tarr and James J. Lyons, Jr., for legislation to establish a sunset commission to periodically review government agencies and authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1695	HD.1235	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1695) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for legislation to require the biennial review of rules and regulations with an economic impact on small businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1697	HD.1147	By Representative Parisella of Beverly and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1697) of Jerald A. Parisella, Joan B. Lovely and others for the annual issuance by the Governor of a proclamation setting apart first week in August as ice bucket challenge week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1707	SD.1551	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1707) of Ryan C. Fattman, James R. Miceli, Richard J. Ross, Paul K. Frost and others for legislation to designate January as peace officer history month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1730	SD.2006	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1730) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to ensuring adequate procurement procedures. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1749	HD.1325	By Mr. Hecht of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1749) of Jonathan Hecht and others for legislation to establish a double pole advisory council to recommend rules and regulations to reduce the use of double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
S.1749	SD.1882	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1749) of Patrick M. O'Connor and James M. Cantwell for legislation to establish a special commission to study the feasibility of incorporating conductive concrete in future public works projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1758	SD.1719	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1758) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to transparency in government with regard to consultant expenses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1759	SD.1863	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1759) of Richard J. Ross, Leonard Mirra and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to executive employee compensation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.1805	HD.1806	By Mr. Calter of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1805) of Thomas J. Calter and others relative to antique boats, automobiles and motorcycles. Transportation.
H.1819	HD.949	By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1819) of Michael S. Day and others relative to the towing of motor vehicles under operation by incapacitated persons. Transportation.
H.1826	HD.424	By Ms. Ehrlich of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1826) of Lori A. Ehrlich and Bruce E. Tarr relative to the use of sirens by volunteer emergency medical technicians. Transportation.
S.1845	SD.1113	By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1845) of James B. Eldridge, Carmine L. Gentile, Jason M. Lewis, Denise Provost and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.1845	HD.1898	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1845) of Bradford R. Hill and others relative to motorcycle awareness instruction. Transportation.
S.1855	SD.1674	By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1855) of Patricia D. Jehlen, Kenneth I. Gordon, Carmine L. Gentile, Denise Provost and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect ratepayers from gas pipeline expansion costs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.1856	HD.1561	By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1856) of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Secretary of Transportation promulgate rules and regulations to implement and promote a yellow dot program designed to alert first responders to certain motor vehicle accidents. Transportation.
S.1857	SD.1491	By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1857) of John F. Keenan, Sal N. DiDomenico, Michael J. Rodrigues, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to support community access television. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.1865	HD.706	By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1865) of Paul W. Mark and others for legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.
S.1868	SD.752	By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1868) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Barbara A. L'Italien, Donald F. Humason, Jr., John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the impact of natural gas transfer facilities on public health. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.1873	HD.1012	By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1873) of Jerald A. Parisella and others for legislation to exempt certain veterans from fares for the use of facilities of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and regional transit authorities. Transportation.
H.1874	HD.1014	By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1874) of Jerald A. Parisella and others that the Highway Department be directed to create a timeline for interchange improvements along Route 128 from the city of Peabody to the town of Gloucester. Transportation.
H.1875	HD.1080	By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1875) of Jerald A. Parisella and others relative to requiring the Department of Transportation to conduct a study on road repair. Transportation.
S.1916	SD.1515	By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1916) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Richard J. Ross, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to clarify the definition of commercial motor vehicles. Transportation.
H.1920	HD.901	By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1920) of James Arciero and others for legislation to provide a waiver of fees to veterans at public institutions of higher learning. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.1923	HD.232	By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1923) of Tackey Chan and others for legislation to increase the annuities paid to certain disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.1928	HD.1742	By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1928) of Bradford R. Hill and others for legislation to allow veterans living in housing authorities to deduct the cost of traveling for medical purposes from the income total assessed by said authority. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.1937	HD.1013	By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1937) of Jerald A. Parisella and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to veterans transportation issues. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.1943	HD.1443	By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1943) of Chynah Tyler and others relative to burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1947	HD.1000	By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1947) of Timothy R. Whelan and others extending veterans status for the certain former members of the National Guard and reserves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
S.1948	SD.673	By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1948) of Joan B. Lovely, Thomas P. Walsh, Paul Tucker and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to motorcycle parking. Transportation.
H.1954	HD.2425	By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1954) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others for legislation to establish a voluntary training program in best practices for the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
S.1976	SD.1695	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1976) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Keiko M. Orrall and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to preserving public safety and preventing trespassing on state highways. Transportation.
S.1977	SD.1697	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1977) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to enhance local road construction and speed limits. Transportation.
S.1978	SD.1702	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1978) of Richard J. Ross, Kevin J. Kuros and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to handicapped placards. Transportation.
S.1979	SD.1745	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1979) of Richard J. Ross, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Ryan C. Fattman, Linda Dean Campbell and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to eliminating fees for distinctive plates for veterans. Transportation.
S.1980	SD.1860	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1980) of Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to parking safety. Transportation.
H.1982	HD.2816	By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1982) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for legislation to further regulate debt collection licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.1995	HD.2922	By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1995) of Denise Provost and others relative to direct mailings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.2006	SD.1523	By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2006) of James E. Timilty, Bruce E. Tarr, Timothy R. Whelan, Carmine L. Gentile and other members of the General Court for legislation to further strengthen public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders. Transportation.
H.2006	HD.2327	By Representatives Ferrante of Gloucester and Haddad of Somerset, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2006) of Ann-Margaret Ferrante, Patricia A. Haddad and others for legislation to establish a designated port area community fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
H.2022	HD.2674	By Representatives DiZoglio of Methuen and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2022) of Diana DiZoglio, Sean Garballey and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education develop a civic education curriculum to be included within the history and social science curriculum of public schools. Education.
H.2023	HD.2676	By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2023) of Diana DiZoglio and others relative to financial literacy programs in schools. Education.
S.2025	SD.1699	By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2025) of Richard J. Ross, Steven S. Howitt, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Carolyn C. Dykema and other members of the General Court for legislation to exempt veterans from the payment of fees for use of recreational facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
S.2030	SD.1851	By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2030) of Michael F. Rush, Jerald A. Parisella, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Sal N. DiDomenico and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect medically needy veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.2063	HD.2748	By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2063) of Frank I. Smizik and others relative to the calculation of special education reimbursement amounts. Education.
H.2064	HD.2755	By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2064) of Frank I. Smizik and others for legislation to include transportation costs in the special education reimbursement program. Education.
H.2115	HD.2398	By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2115) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others for legislation to establish a drought management task force. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2120	HD.2432	By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2120) of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the control of tick-borne illnesses by the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.2136	SD.2276	Senate, July 31, 2017 -- Offered by Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg and Bruce E. Tarr relative to establishing a tax force on local retail sector
H.2146	HD.2666	By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2146) of Frank I. Smizik and others for legislation to compute and track the individual and collective lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of all fuels. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.2149		Senate, May 24, 2017 -- Text of amendment (75) (offered by Senator Chang-Diaz et al) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 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
H.2156	HD.2353	By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2156) of Ruth B. Balser and others for legislation to ensure that telehealth services are utilized to increase access to behavioral health services. Financial Services.
H.2174	HD.2781	By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2174) of Kate Hogan and others relative to access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.
S.2195		Senate, October 26, 2017 -- Text of Amendment #23 (Senator McGee) to the Senate Bill relative to criminal justice reform (Senate, No. 2185)
S.2216		Senate, November 8, 2017 -- Text of Amendment #143 (Senator Rodrigues et al) to the Senate Committee Bill furthering health empowerment and affordability by leveraging transformative health care (Senate, No. 2202)
S.2229	SD.2407	Senate, December 4, 2017-- Offered by Senator Harriette L. Chandler and Bruce E. Tarr relative to acceptance of the communication from Stanley C. Rosenberg relative to his leave of absence from the duties of the Office of the President.
H.2241	HD.2639	By Ms. Gifford of Wareham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2241) of Susan Williams Gifford and others relative to the definition of low and moderate income housing. Housing.
H.2276	HD.2107	By Representative Ferguson of Holden and Senator Flanagan, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2276) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the training of law enforcement officers and correction officers in interactions with persons on the autism spectrum who are victims or witnesses to crimes, or suspected or convicted of crimes. The Judiciary.
H.2307	HD.2768	By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2307) of Louis L. Kafka and others relative to the penalties for operating motor vehicles after license suspension or revocation. The Judiciary.
H.2313	HD.2643	By Messrs. Kuros of Uxbridge and Lyons of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2313) of Kevin J. Kuros and others relative to the commitment of alcoholics or substance abusers during court closures. The Judiciary.
H.2319	HD.2408	By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2319) of James J. Lyons, Jr., and others for legislation to increase the penalties for heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.
H.2332	HD.2870	By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2332) of Sarah K. Peake and others for legislation to update penalties and protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.
H.2334	HD.2876	By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2334) of Sarah K. Peake and others for legislation to increase small claims court limits. The Judiciary.
H.2397	HD.2578	By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2397) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of alternatives to naloxone and to broaden the availability of naloxone. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.2434	HD.2926	By Messrs. Brodeur of Melrose and McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2434) of Paul Brodeur, Paul McMurtry and others relative to telehealth services. Public Health.
H.2435	HD.2572	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2435) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths. Public Health.
H.2474	HD.2156	By Representatives Pignatelli of Lenox and Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2474) of William Smitty Pignatelli, Kate Hogan and others for legislation to authorize dental therapists to expand patient access to oral health care. Public Health.
H.2483	HD.2999	By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2483) of Paul Brodeur and others for legislation to require training for police and correction officers interacting with persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.2511	SD.2645	Senate, May 3, 2018 - Offered by Senators Karen E. Spilka and Bruce E. Tarr relative to committing to a safe, secure and respectful workplace
S.2548		Senate, June 7, 2018 -- Text of amendment (26) (offered by Senator Brownsberger) to the House Bill relative to firearms
H.2549	HD.2471	By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2549) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and others relative to increasing line-of-duty death benefits for public safety employees. Public Service.
H.2603	HD.2786	By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2603) of Kate Hogan and others relative to a sales tax exemption for the sale of used books and other items sold by libraries for fundraising purposes. Revenue.
H.2612	HD.2442	By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2612) of Peter V. Kocot and others relative to providing tax incentives for the installation of fire sprinklers. Revenue.
H.2614	HD.2210	By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2614) of Stephen Kulik and others for legislation to increase the maximum tax credit allowed for land conservation incentives. Revenue.
H.2625	HD.2369	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2625) of Paul McMurtry and others for legislation to authorize cities and towns to implement a system for the partial payment of property taxes and the charging of interest only on the unpaid balance. Revenue.
H.2674	HD.2165	By Representative O'Connell of Taunton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2674) of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation to establish a yearly audit of MassHealth and the Department of Transitional Assistance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2683	HD.2253	By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2683) of Christine P. Barber and others relative to the payment by ratepayers for gas and electricity use of lost and unaccounted for gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2692	HD.2991	By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2692) of Sean Garballey and others relative to outdoor lighting fixtures intended to illuminate exterior surfaces of buildings or structures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2698	HD.2527	By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2698) of Kenneth I. Gordon and others for legislation to prohibit companies from charging ratepayers for the construction or expansion of interstate gas infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2699	HD.2795	By Messrs. Hecht of Watertown and Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2699) of Jonathan Hecht and others relative to promotion and regulation of zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2700	HD.2103	By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2700) of Kay Khan and others relative to compliance with the Global Warming Solutions Act. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2712	HD.2757	By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2712) of Frank I. Smizik and others for legislation to increase certain net metering caps. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2739	HD.2552	By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2739) of Kevin J. Kuros and others relative to motor vehicle inspection duration upon the sale of the vehicle. Transportation.
H.2750	HD.2289	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2750) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to parking for motorcycles at publicly funded facilities. Transportation.
H.2751	HD.2833	By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2751) of Sarah K. Peake and others for legislation to authorize regional transit authorities to establish enterprise funds. Transportation.
H.2814	HD.3618	By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2814) of James M. Cantwell and others relative to amending certain statutes pertaining to data security breaches and calling for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on cybersecurity to assess the various threats across the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.2842	HD.3156	By Mr. Cutler of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2842) of Josh S. Cutler and others relative to the minimum about of school aid available to municipalities. Education.
H.2864	HD.3668	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2864) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the use of tobacco products in primary and secondary school buildings or facilities. Education.
H.2918	HD.3464	By Representatives Ferrante of Gloucester and Ehrlich of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2918) of Ann-Margaret Ferrante and others relative to penalties and enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2926	HD.3461	By Ms. Keefe of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2926) of Mary S. Keefe and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of opportunities for improving pollinator health. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2937	HD.3137	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2937) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation to establish a program to provide for the use of certain state owned land for community gardens and farmers' markets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2938	HD.3144	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2938) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to establish the agricultural resolve and security fund to promote and foster agriculture. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2939	HD.3158	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2939) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to protect the viability of farms and farming in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.2970	HD.3458	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2970) of Leonard Mirra and others relative to corporate disclosures. Financial Services.
H.3000	HD.3443	By Representatives Garballey of Arlington and Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3000) of Sean Garballey, Natalie Higgins and others for legislation to provide scholarships for programs leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Higher Education.
H.3009	HD.1805	By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3009) of Shawn Dooley and others for legislation to authorize municipalities to use manufactured housing as affordable housing. Housing.
H.3013	HD.3463	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3013) of Leonard Mirra and others relative to the penalty for withholding low income housing development excess profits. Housing.
H.3030	HD.3206	By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3030) of Paul Brodeur and others for legislation to further define abuse and neglect of children. The Judiciary.
H.3036	HD.1906	By Mr. Calter of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3036) of Thomas J. Calter and others relative to civil commitment proceedings for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.
H.3047	HD.2699	By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3047) of Diana DiZoglio and others relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.
H.3064	HD.3152	By Mrs. Harrington of Groton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3064) of Sheila C. Harrington and others relative to the care and protection of children and certain court determinations. The Judiciary.
H.3090	HD.3361	By Representatives Markey of Dartmouth and Harrington of Groton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3090) of Christopher M. Markey, Sheila C. Harrington and others relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.
H.3238	HD.3330	By Ms. Gifford of Wareham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3238) of Susan Williams Gifford and others relative to the charitable donation of not readily marketable food. Public Health.
H.3242	HD.3083	By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3242) of Kate Hogan and others for legislation to analyze health insurance payer practices that require certain categories of drugs. Public Health.
H.3250	HD.3163	By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3250) of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others relative to informed written consent for use of psychotropic drugs for certain patients. Public Health.
H.3257	HD.3570	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3257) of Linda Dean Campbell and others for legislation to authorize municipal police training committee and the creation of crisis intervention team programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3308	HD.3548	By Mr. Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3308) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others relative to higher education student loan tax deductions. Revenue.
H.3309	HD.3565	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3309) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to veterans property tax abatements. Revenue.
H.3316	HD.3097	By Representative DiZoglio of Methuen and Senator O'Connor Ives, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3316) of Diana DiZoglio, Kathleen O'Connor Ives and others for legislation to exempt sales of original art from the sales tax. Revenue.
H.3319	HD.3250	By Representatives Ehrlich of Marblehead and Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3319) of Lori A. Ehrlich and others relative to eligibility for earned income tax credits. Revenue.
H.3323	HD.3032	By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3323) of Kate Hogan and others for legislation to establish estate tax valuation for farms. Revenue.
H.3348	HD.3122	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3348) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to provide a tax deduction for charitable donations of food by farmers. Revenue.
H.3349	HD.3129	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3349) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others for legislation to create a twenty-five percent personal income tax credit for the purchase and installation of plants and landscaping items intended to reduce water usage. Revenue.
H.3350	HD.3150	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3350) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others relative to the value agricultural and horticultural land for tax purposes. Revenue.
H.3351	HD.3268	By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3351) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others relative to taxation on sales of artwork created by artisans. Revenue.
H.3385	HD.3028	By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3385) of Paul Brodeur and others relative to utilizing anaerobic digestion technology electric energy renewable generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.3403	HD.3130	By Messrs. Smizik of Brookline and Hecht of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3403) of Frank I. Smizik, Jonathan Hecht and others relative to solar net metering credits for publicly-assisted housing or its residents and exempting low-income ratepayers from monthly minimum reliability contributions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.3418	HD.2738	By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3418) of Diana DiZoglio and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide distinctive motor vehicle registration plates in support of law enforcement. Transportation.
H.3421	HD.3254	By Representative Ehrlich of Marblehead and Senator McGee, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3421) of Lori A. Ehrlich and Bruce E. Tarr relative to low-speed three wheeled vehicles. Transportation.
H.3519	HD.3147	By Mr. Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 3519) of Steven Ultrino and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to educational programs in the state prisons and the county houses of correction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3520	HD.3547	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3520) of Linda Dean Campbell and others for legislation to establish a municipal bulk purchasing program for industrial washing machines for fire departments. Public Service.
H.3550	HD.3554	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3550) of Linda Dean Campbell and others relative to financial literacy training in public high schools. Education.
H.3569	HD.3561	By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3569) of Linda Dean Campbell and others for legislation to authorize annual lung cancer screenings for firefighters. Financial Services.
H.3594	HD.2918	By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3594) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
H.3614	HD.1158	By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3614) of Carmine L. Gentile, Natalie Higgins and others relative to the tracking and testing of sexual assault kits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3725	HD.4012	By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3725) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Bruce E. Tarr and Theodore C. Speliotis (by vote of the town) that the town of Middleton be authorized to elect a moderator for a term of three years and change the annual town meeting day to the third Tuesday in May. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3797	HD.3904	By Messrs. Berthiaume of Spencer and Smola of Warren, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., Todd M. Smola and others for legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Sturbridge as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy memorial bridge. Transportation.
H.3798	HD.3905	By Messrs. Berthiaume of Spencer and Durant of Spencer, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others for legislation to designate a certain road in the town of Charlton as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy way. Transportation.
H.4981	HD.5202	By Representative Honan of Boston and Senator Boncore, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kevin G. Honan, Joseph A. Boncore and others relative to the election of board members of local housing authorities. Housing.
	HD.4143	By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury (by request), a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joseph Heyman and Bruce E. Tarr relative to patient consent for health information exchanges. House Rules. This bill is by request. *

* — Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.

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