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The 193rd General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Representative Keiko M. Orrall Served 2011 - 2018 Republican - 12th Bristol

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  Keiko.Orrall@mahouse.gov

State House

24 Beacon St.
Room 540
Boston, MA, 02133
Phone:
617-722-2090
Fax:
617-626-0477
Bill Docket Bill Pinslip/Title
  HD.2465 By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr. and others relative to stabilizing nursing facilities in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.
  HD.3651 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for adoption of resolutions condemning the actions of the Internal Revenue Service in regard to their investigation of non-profit groups with certain political affiliations. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
  HD.3864 By Representative Jones of North Reading and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Bruce E. Tarr and others for legislation to repeal the 2013 sales tax on computer and software technology services. Revenue.
  HD.3903 By Mr. Diehl of Whitman, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Geoff Diehl and others for legislation to repeal the linkage of the gas tax to the Consumer Price Index. Revenue.
  HD.4092 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna O'Connell and others for legislation to establish a one year waiting period prior to implementing new taxes. Revenue.
  HD.4093 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna O'Connell and others relative to the implementation of regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
  HD.4094 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna O'Connell and others that the rules and regulations regarding the economic impact on small businesses be reviewed once every 5 years. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
  HD.4095 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna O'Connell and others relative to environmental impacts of generating facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
  HD.4096 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shaunna O'Connell and others relative to the posting of public hearing notices by the joint committee on ways and means. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.
  HD.4163 By Representative Jones of North Reading and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Bruce E. Tarr and others relative to the unemployment insurance rate. Labor and Workforce Development.
  HD.4413 By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by resolution, House, No. [BILL NUMBER]) of Ryan C. Fattman and others [BACKING TEXT]. House Rules.
  HD.4509 By Representative Frost of Auburn and Senator Michael O. Moore, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul K. Frost, Michael O. Moore and others relative to the sale of veterans' grave markers. The Judiciary.
  HD.4586 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to corporate tax amnesty. Revenue.
H.60  HD.2548 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by proposal, House, No. 60) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to creating an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.
H.66  HD.2362 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by proposal, House, No. 66) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to prohibiting eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.
H.71  HD.840 By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 71) of F. Jay Barrows and others for legislation to establish a substance screening program within the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.90  HD.1439 By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 90) of Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation to place photo identification on electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.91  HD.1443 By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 91) of Ryan C. Fattman and others that agencies and departments be required to verify the documentation of applicants for public benefits or licenses using the federal systematic alien verification for entitlements (SAVE) program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.92  HD.3180 By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 92) of Ryan C. Fattman and others for legislation to require the annual registration of persons receiving transitional assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.109  HD.2459 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 109) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cash assistance program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.126  HD.926 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 126) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to expand the Department of Children and Families definition of mandated reporter. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.127  HD.2911 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 127) of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and Keiko M. Orrall relative to residency verification for people seeking taxpayer-funded individual benefits from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.128  HD.3293 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 128) of James J. Lyons, Jr. and others that public benefits only be received by individuals who are residents of the Commonwealth and have proper verifiable documents or identification from their country of origin. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.132  HD.3378 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 132) of Robert L. Hedlund and others that the Department of Transitional Assistance be directed to establish and maintain an online application process for businesses wishing to apply to accept electronic benefit transfer cards at point of sale. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.133  HD.3384 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 133) of Robert L. Hedlund and others for legislation to eliminate fraud in public assistance programs by requiring stringent asset and identity verification checks before the awarding of benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.134  HD.3388 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 134) of Robert L. Hedlund and others for legislation to eliminate fraud in public assistance programs by requiring stringent asset and identity verification checks before the awarding of benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.178  HD.3086 By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 178) of Matthew A. Beaton and others relative to the sale of malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.191  HD.1806 By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 191) of Tackey Chan and others relative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.250  HD.1814 By Mr. Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 250) of Christopher M. Markey and others for legislation to further regulate the business of secondary metals dealing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.256  HD.2161 By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 256) of Leonard Mirra and others that the Division of Professional Licensure amend the Uniform State Plumbing Code and associated regulations to include a category of agricultural buildings and operations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.277  HD.1512 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 277) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
H.333  HD.3179 By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 333) of Matthew A. Beaton and others for legislation to require parental notification and consent prior to implementing age-appropriate sexual health education in the schools. Education.
H.405  HD.1222 By Representatives Gobi of Spencer and Turner of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 405) of Anne M. Gobi and others for legislation to exempt regional school transportation funds from the Governor's ability to make reductions due to revenue deficiencies. Education.
H.427  HD.950 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 427) of Randy Hunt and others relative to parental notification for out-of-school-district counseling referrals. Education.
H.431  HD.2413 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 431) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to parental notification . Education.
H.434  HD.2549 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 434) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the calculation of foundation budgets. Education.
H.457  HD.2923 By Representatives Peisch of Wellesley and Lewis of Winchester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 457) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to improving the quality of education by reviving the foundation budget review commission. Education.
H.584  HD.2574 By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 584) of Sean Garballey and others relative to the reimbursement of local costs of special elections. Election Laws.
H.592  HD.2429 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 592) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to require photo-identification for persons voting in elections. Election Laws.
H.593  HD.2433 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 593) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to overseas absentee voting. Election Laws.
H.622  HD.2704 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 622) of Shaunna O'Connell and others for legislation to require valid identification when casting provisional ballots. Election Laws.
H.623  HD.1468 By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 623) of Jerald A. Parisella and others relative to voting overseas. Election Laws.
H.626  HD.568 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 626) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to proof of valid identification at voting polls. Election Laws.
H.717  HD.791 By Ms. Gobi of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 717) of Anne M. Gobi and others relative to the distribution of raw milk. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.731  HD.2497 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 731) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the approval of sewer disposal systems which have been installed for less than three years. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.751  HD.1708 By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 751) of Stephen Kulik and others relative to the Milk Producers Security Fund reimbursement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.754  HD.1732 By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 754) of Stephen Kulik and others for legislation to prohibit certain restrictions on the use of land for agricultural purposes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.755  HD.1736 By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 755) of Stephen Kulik and others relative to meat and poultry production, processing and inspection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.783  HD.558 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 783) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and Keiko M. Orrall relative to mosquito control and aerial spraying in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
H.784  HD.571 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 784) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be directed to revise regulations to protect and preserve the camping industry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.815  SD.1667 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 815) of Bruce E. Tarr, Matthew A. Beaton, Katherine M. Clark, Angelo L. D'Emilia and other members of the General Court for legislation to enhance assessment information of the sexual offender registration board. The Judiciary.
H.824  HD.576 By Mr. Walsh of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 824) of Martin J. Walsh and others relative to hunting or trapping on private land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.887  SD.580 By Mr. Rodrigues, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 887) of Michael J. Rodrigues, Brian A. Joyce, Barry R. Finegold, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.923  HD.2344 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 923) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to minimum creditable health insurance coverage in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.
H.924  HD.2345 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 924) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to determinations of medical necessity by insurance carriers or utilization review organizations. Financial Services.
H.925  HD.2347 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 925) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to mandated health insurance coverage for specific health services. Financial Services.
H.927  HD.2533 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 927) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the equitable assessment of banking fees imposed on accounts for personal, family or household purposes. Financial Services.
S.942  SD.618 By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 942) of James B. Eldridge, Carlo Basile, William N. Brownsberger, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect abandoned animals in vacant properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.966  SD.466 By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 966) of Marc R. Pacheco, Thomas J. Calter and Keiko M. Orrall (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the rent board of the town of Middleborough to impose fees for the employment of outside consultants. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.1030  HD.2346 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1030) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to controlling MassHealth costs through reductions in non-emergency care provided in hospital emergency rooms. Health Care Financing.
H.1045  HD.3392 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1045) of Robert L. Hedlund and others relative to eliminating fraud in the MassHealth medical assistance program. Health Care Financing.
H.1048  HD.1461 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1048) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to determining the cost of mandates. Health Care Financing.
H.1073  HD.2038 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1073) of James J. Lyons, Jr. and others relative to in-state tuition rates and fees at public institutions. Higher Education.
H.1075  HD.3186 By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1075) of Jerald A. Parisella and others relative to prohibiting the assessment of financial penalties on active duty military personnel withdrawing from postsecondary courses . Higher Education.
H.1094  HD.3238 By Mr. Binienda of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1094) of John J. Binienda and others for legislation to further enhance the efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities. Housing.
H.1128  HD.2474 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1128) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to public housing restrictions. Housing.
H.1133  HD.2538 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1133) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to require local housing authorities to deny certain convicted sex offenders access to state-subsidized public housing facilities. Housing.
S.1137  SD.265 By Ms. Flanagan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1137) of Jennifer L. Flanagan, Stephen L. DiNatale, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Michael J. Rodrigues and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1145  HD.2025 By Mr. Rosa of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1145) of Dennis A. Rosa and others relative to operations at local housing authorities. Housing.
S.1165  SD.551 By Mr. Ross, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1165) of Richard J. Ross, Bruce E. Tarr, Robert L. Hedlund, Michael R. Knapik and other members of the General Court for legislation to remove pepper spray from firearms identification. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1172  SD.1101 By Ms. Spilka, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1172) of Karen E. Spilka, Louis L. Kafka, Carlo Basile, William N. Brownsberger and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure the safety of people with pets in disasters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1181  HD.737 By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1181) of Bruce J. Ayers and Keiko M. Orrall for legislation to allow local housing authorities access to criminal records of tenants and prospective tenants. The Judiciary.
H.1286  HD.2950 By Mr. deMacedo of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1286) of Viriato Manuel deMacedo and others relative to expenses and financing of the judicial system. The Judiciary.
H.1287  HD.2976 By Mr. deMacedo of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1287) of Viriato Manuel deMacedo and others relative to clarifying procedures for the custodial protection by law enforcement and court officials of a child requiring assistance. The Judiciary.
H.1314  HD.1219 By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1314) of John V. Fernandes and others for legislation to provide certain access to electronic mail accounts of decedents in probating estates . The Judiciary.
H.1329  HD.1911 By Mr. Fresolo of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1329) of John P. Fresolo and Keiko M. Orrall relative to the arrest powers of municipal police officers. The Judiciary.
S.1374  SD.67 By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1374) of Michael O. Moore, Michael R. Knapik, Keiko M. Orrall, Eileen M. Donoghue and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a meals tax holiday. Revenue.
H.1375  HD.3001 By Ms. Harrington of Groton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1375) of Sheila C. Harrington, Denise Andrews and Keiko M. Orrall for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the feasibility of organizing the Trial Court by combining efforts, resources and functions of the various court departments. The Judiciary.
H.1395  HD.2356 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1395) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the liability of persons transporting operators of motor vehicles arrested for drunk driving. The Judiciary.
H.1396  HD.2358 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1396) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.
H.1397  HD.2359 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1397) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit eminent domain takings for the purpose of economic development. The Judiciary.
H.1401  HD.2382 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1401) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.
H.1403  HD.2403 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1403) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.
H.1404  HD.2405 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1404) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.
H.1406  HD.2420 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1406) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the enticement of children online. The Judiciary.
H.1409  HD.2986 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1409) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to protection from sex offenders. The Judiciary.
S.1433  SD.1600 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1433) of Bruce E. Tarr, Richard J. Ross, James E. Timilty, Geoff Diehl and other members of the General Court for legislation to reduce the sales tax to 5%. Revenue.
H.1451  HD.942 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1451) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to change the interest rate on treble damages. The Judiciary.
H.1452  HD.1441 By Representatives Kuros of Uxbridge and Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1452) of Kevin J. Kuros, Elizabeth A. Poirier and others for legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.
H.1453  HD.3160 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1453) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to exempt businesses donating to food banks from liability for civil damages. The Judiciary.
H.1479  HD.1223 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1479) of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and others relative to the use of the term "gender identity" in the General Laws. The Judiciary.
H.1480  HD.2916 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1480) of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and others relative to the collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees. The Judiciary.
H.1503  HD.1562 By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1503) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the liability of farmers' markets. The Judiciary.
H.1504  HD.1565 By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1504) of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the donations of leftover food by restaurants and cafeterias. The Judiciary.
H.1525  HD.2880 By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1525) of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. and others relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.
H.1526  HD.663 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1526) of Shaunna O'Connell, James J. Dwyer and others relative to public access to sex offender information. The Judiciary.
H.1528  HD.665 By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Dwyer of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1528) of Shaunna O'Connell, James J. Dwyer and others relative to the protection of children and developmentally disabled individuals. The Judiciary.
H.1532  HD.3372 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1532) of Shaunna O'Connell and others relative to juvenile sex offenders. The Judiciary.
H.1549  HD.239 By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1549) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to improving the apprehension of drunk drivers and other law violators. The Judiciary.
H.1560  HD.1916 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1560) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.
H.1562  HD.542 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1562) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that county commissioners and the sheriffs for the various counties institute a schedule of fees and assess fees to inmates in their custody. The Judiciary.
H.1565  HD.552 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1565) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to information provided to women seeking abortions. The Judiciary.
H.1566  HD.557 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1566) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.
H.1567  HD.562 By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1567) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others for legislation to prohibit abortions solely on account of the sex of the unborn child. The Judiciary.
S.1589  SD.1115 By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1589) of James B. Eldridge, Michael Barrett, James Arciero, Elizabeth A. Poirier and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to water meter testing fees. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
S.1635  SD.969 By Mr. Brewer, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1635) of Stephen M. Brewer, Stephen Kulik, Todd M. Smola, Benjamin B. Downing and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote environmentally sound transportation of agricultural products. Transportation.
H.1663  HD.909 By Mr. Turner of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1663) of Cleon H. Turner and others relative to restricting the use of marijuana. The Judiciary.
H.1690  HD.3455 By Representative Winslow of Norfolk and Senator Ross, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1690) of Daniel B. Winslow, Richard J. Ross and others relative to traffic stops. The Judiciary.
H.1707  HD.503 By Ms. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1707) of Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera and others relative to social network privacy and employment. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1714  HD.2920 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1714) of Peter J. Durant and others for legislation to limit executive salaries of state-funded nonprofit organizations and public charities. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1718  HD.1277 By Ms. Forry of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1718) of Linda Dorcena Forry and others relative to the fair distribution of gratuities. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1732  HD.2351 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1732) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to unemployment insurance reform. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1735  HD.2404 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1735) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that employees injured due to willful misconduct be prohibited from receiving any portion of compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1736  HD.2431 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1736) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the definition of an employee under the labor laws for certain persons performing services. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.1804  HD.1909 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton and Senator Jehlen, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1804) of Shaunna O'Connell and others for legislation to further regulate the use of psychoactive drugs on distressed patients. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
H.1829  HD.2458 By Mr. deMacedo of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1829) of Viriato Manuel deMacedo and others relative to the establishment of county stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1849  HD.216 By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1849) of Steven S. Howitt and others for an investigation by a special commission relative to the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1851  HD.2524 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1851) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the acceptance and disposition of municipal easements. Municipalities and Regional Government.
H.1930  HD.2361 By Mr. deMacedo of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1930) of Viriato Manuel deMacedo and others for legislation to require physicians to anesthetize the fetus prior to performing certain abortions. Public Health.
H.1981  HD.39 By Mrs. Haddad of Somerset, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1981) of Patricia A. Haddad and others relative to the modernization of optometric patient care. Public Health.
H.1987  HD.2350 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1987) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the use of epinephrine, adrenaline or other agents by optometrists in the treatment of anaphylaxis. Public Health.
H.1991  HD.2518 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1991) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the donation of deceased veterans' bodies or parts for transplantation, therapy, research or education. Public Health.
H.1995  HD.266 By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1995) of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Commissioner of Public Health be directed to establish regulations for the return to pharmacies of certain unused medication by health care facilities. Public Health.
S.1997  SD.1957 By Mr. Pacheco, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Marc R. Pacheco, Patricia A. Haddad and Keiko M. Orrall for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John Gallagher, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.
S.2008  SD.1992 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, Richard J. Ross, Donald F. Humason, Jr., James E. Timilty and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to juvenile life with parole . The Judiciary.
H.2024  HD.2229 By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2024) of Tracy Watson and others for legislation to prohibit the Department of Public Health from collecting data on students relative to height, weight and body mass indexes. Public Health.
H.2025  HD.3193 By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2025) of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and others for an investigation by a special commission relative to the compensation paid to officers, employees and independent contractors by non-profit corporations that receive grants from or have contracts with the Department of Public Health. Public Health.
H.2101  HD.911 By Mr. Turner of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2101) of Cleon H. Turner and others relative to clarifying municipal regulations regarding medical marijuana. The Judiciary.
H.2128  HD.1833 By Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2128) of Gailanne M. Cariddi and others relative to the possession and use of chemical mace and similar products. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2140  HD.961 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2140) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to the disclosure of autopsy reports by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2145  HD.2906 By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2145) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the issuance of licenses for the use of chemical mace. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2160  HD.944 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2160) of Kevin J. Kuros and others relative to establishing the Massachusetts child AMBER Alert plan to assist in the recovery of abducted children through prompt notification. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.2161  SD.2024 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2161) of Bruce E. Tarr, James R. Miceli, Matthew A. Beaton, Shawn Dooley and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the expenditure of certain municipal and district monies. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.2162  SD.2025 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2162) of Bruce E. Tarr, James R. Miceli, Matthew A. Beaton, Shawn Dooley and other members of the General Court for legislation to increase the amount that can be appropriated from the balance of a capital project fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.2163  SD.2036 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2163) of Bruce E. Tarr, Robert L. Hedlund, Donald F. Humason, Jr., Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to ensure compliance and equity in state reimbursement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2181  HD.2705 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2181) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the lawful sale of ammunition from companies outside of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2182  HD.2707 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2182) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to unfair or deceptive acts or practices concerning the lawful sale of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.2183  HD.2720 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2183) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the minimum age for the issuance of firearms identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.2244  SD.2090 By Mr. Tarr, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, Donald F. Humason, Jr., James M. Cantwell, Leah Cole and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to distinctive registration plates. Transportation.
H.2312  HD.1342 By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2312) of John V. Fernandes and others for legislation to prohibit mandatory polygraph testing for persons applying to become police officers. Public Service.
H.2375  HD.2979 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2375) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to require state employees to utilize vacation and personal days prior to requesting paid time off to volunteer under the Commonwealth Corps Program. Public Service.
H.2503  HD.861 By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2503) of F. Jay Barrows and others relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.
H.2504  HD.3123 By Representatives Beaton of Shrewsbury and Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2504) of Matthew A. Beaton, Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the tax on gross gaming revenues, the waiting period for certain former public officials to be employed by gaming licensees and prohibiting financial assistance from state funds for gaming licensees. Revenue.
H.2536  HD.2691 By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2536) of Claire D. Cronin and others for legislation to create tax credits for investments in certain businesses. Revenue.
H.2537  HD.2715 By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2537) of Claire D. Cronin and others for legislation to create a tax credit for undergraduate tuition. Revenue.
H.2544  HD.2640 By Mr. Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2544) of Geoff Diehl and others for legislation to provide certain tax abatements to veterans and their surviving spouses. Revenue.
H.2546  HD.963 By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2546) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to the minimum corporate tax. Revenue.
H.2606  HD.873 By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2606) of Randy Hunt and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the feasibility of simplifying the personal income tax code. Revenue.
H.2609  HD.2390 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2609) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the reduction of certain sales and use taxes. Revenue.
H.2611  HD.2436 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2611) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to require a two-thirds vote of the Senate and the House of Representatives prior to making appropriations from the Stabilization Fund. Revenue.
H.2614  HD.2448 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2614) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to reducing the income tax rate. Revenue.
H.2616  HD.2467 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2616) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to tax credits for certain veterans. Revenue.
H.2617  HD.2472 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2617) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.
H.2618  HD.2476 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2618) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a sales tax holiday for the year 2014. Revenue.
H.2619  HD.2498 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2619) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to Chapter 70 appropriations. Revenue.
H.2620  HD.2517 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2620) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a sales tax holiday for the year 2013. Revenue.
H.2623  HD.2551 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2623) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.
H.2645  HD.933 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2645) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to eliminate the corporate minimum tax. Revenue.
H.2685  HD.1731 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2685) of Shaunna O'Connell and others for legislation to exempt certain inventory from taxation. Revenue.
H.2712  HD.1509 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2712) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others for legislation to exempt farmers’ markets from certain property taxes. Revenue.
H.2714  HD.3404 By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2714) of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others relative to the disabled veterans exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.
H.2823  HD.2365 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2823) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit the use of “union-only” requirements in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2824  HD.2370 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2824) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that awarding authorities requiring a project labor agreement be directed to report to the House and Senate committees on Ways and Means. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2827  HD.2386 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2827) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2828  HD.2407 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2828) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that the State Auditor be directed to conduct annual audits of credit cards issued on behalf of state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2830  HD.2461 By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2830) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the failure to file certain reports by candidates under the campaign finance laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2848  HD.976 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2848) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to exempt purchases of photography services by public schools from the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2849  HD.1454 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2849) of Kevin J. Kuros and others for legislation to establish a sunset commission to periodically review government agencies and authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2875  HD.1175 By Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2875) of Tom Sannicandro and others for legislation to prohibit the use of state funds to purchase bottled water. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
H.2964  HD.1571 By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2964) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.2971  HD.2913 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2971) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a framework for consumer electricity rate savings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
H.3204  HD.1444 By Messrs. Parisella of Beverly and Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3204) of Jerald A. Parisella and others relative to employment for members of the armed forces returning from active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3209  HD.3267 By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3209) of Paul A. Schmid, III and others relative to reimbursements to cities and towns for veterans' benefits expenditures. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
H.3216  HD.3134 By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3216) of Matthew A. Beaton and others for legislation to require that fiscal notes be attached to legislation providing unfunded mandates on municipal governments. Ways and Means.
H.3252  HD.938 By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3252) of Kevin J. Kuros and others relative to the renewal fee for firearm identification cards for persons over the age of 64 . Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3264  HD.1926 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3264) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit subdivisions of the Commonwealth from further restricting the use or possession of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3265  HD.1940 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3265) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the renewal of expired firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3266  HD.2693 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3266) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit counties, cities or towns from adopting ordinances or regulations concerning lawful firearms, ammunition or ammunition component rights. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3267  HD.2694 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3267) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the law regulating the carrying of unloaded rifles or shotguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3268  HD.2695 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3268) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3269  HD.2697 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3269) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the licensing of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3270  HD.2700 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3270) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to previous convictions for persons making application for firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3271  HD.2703 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3271) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to authorize the Colonel of the State Police, or persons authorized by him, to issue temporary licenses to carry firearms to certain nonresidents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3272  HD.2712 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3272) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the terms of firearm licenses and exempting certain persons from paying firearms license renewal fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3273  HD.2717 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3273) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to illegal firearms sales to aliens and unsupervised youth firearm training and the penalties for violations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3274  HD.2728 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3274) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the ban on assault weapons and large capacity feeding devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3275  HD.2953 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3275) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3276  HD.2954 By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3276) of George N. Peterson, Jr., and others for legislation to provide an income tax deduction for the purchase of a gun safe. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.3288  HD.3071 By Mr. Boldyga of Southwick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3288) of Nicholas A. Boldyga and others relative to reporting requirements of public benefit recipients. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.3289  HD.3076 By Mr. Boldyga of Southwick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3289) of Nicholas A. Boldyga and others for legislation to require drug tests to screen individuals applying for transitional assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
H.3299  HD.3073 By Mr. Boldyga of Southwick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3299) of Nicholas A. Boldyga and others relative to taxation and public employee compensation in the Commonwealth. Revenue.
H.3313  HD.2786 By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3313) of Shaunna O'Connell and others relative to allowing voluntary registration of independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.
H.3363  HD.2812 By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3363) of Garrett J. Bradley and others relative to county pension liability funding. Revenue.
H.3377  HD.2849 By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 7A) of Garrett J. Bradley and others for legislation to authorize the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System to issue pension funding bonds or notes. Public Service.
H.3503  HD.3612 By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and others relative to the issuance of "Boston Strong" motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.
H.3646  Filed by Mr. Winslow of Norfolk and other members of the House. September 12, 2013.
H.3827  HD.3929 By Representatives Hunt of Sandwich and Atkins of Concord, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Randy Hunt, Cory Atkins and others for legislation to authorize income tax filers to make voluntary contributions to the Massachusetts Cultural Development Fund on their annual income tax returns. Revenue.
H.3943  HD.3807 By Representatives Turner of Dennis and Hogan of Stow, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cleon H. Turner, 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.3966  HD.3905 By Messrs. Heroux of Attleboro and Cutler of Duxbury, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul R. Heroux and others relative to licenses to carry firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.4058  HD.4159 By Ms. Harrington of Groton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sheila C. Harrington and others relative to the care and protection of children. The Judiciary.
H.4159  HD.3884 By Representative Cronin of Easton and Senator Kennedy, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Claire D. Cronin, Thomas P. Kennedy and others relative to photographs used for driver’s licenses and identification cards. Transportation.
H.4200  HD.4310 By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John W. Scibak and others relative to the scheduling of high school athletic contests. Education.
H.4560  HD.4564 By Representative O'Day of West Boylston and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day, Bruce E. Tarr and others relative to the disclosure of home addresses and telephone numbers of certain employees of the Department of Children and Families. The Judiciary.
* — Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.