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The 193rd General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Senator Michael F. Rush Democrat - Norfolk and Suffolk

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Senate Majority Whip
  Mike.Rush@masenate.gov

State House

24 Beacon St.
Room 208
Boston, MA, 02133
Phone:
(617) 722-1348
Fax:
617-722-1071
Bill Docket Bill Pinslip/Title
  SD.2109 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sue Turner, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.
  SD.2771 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael F. Rush and Denise C. Garlick for legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the Lt. Joseph R. Fandrey Memorial Bridge. Transportation.
S.154  SD.1428 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 154) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.155  SD.1429 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 155) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to mobile wireless contracts and agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.156  SD.1713 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 156) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to the licensure of appraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.157  SD.1782 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 157) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to require licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
S.307  SD.1440 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 307) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.
S.308  SD.1486 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 308) of Michael F. Rush, Marjorie C. Decker, James E. Timilty, Louis L. Kafka and other members of the General Court for legislation to strengthen and invest in our educators, students, and communities. Education.
S.309  SD.1746 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 309) of Michael F. Rush, Timothy R. Whelan and Paul McMurtry for legislation to create an indoor active shooter gunshot detection and alerting system in schools. Education.
S.310  SD.1847 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 310) of Michael F. Rush, Marc R. Pacheco, Barbara A. L'Italien, Paul McMurtry and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities. Education.
S.362  SD.1431 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 362) of Michael F. Rush, James M. Murphy and Paul McMurtry for legislation to establish the adopt a senior program. Elder Affairs.
H.390  HD.257 By Representative Straus of Mattapoisett and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 390) of William M. Straus and Michael F. Rush relative to elections to fill vacancies in certain county positions. Election Laws.
S.482  SD.2025 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 482) of Michael F. Rush, Edward F. Coppinger and Angelo M. Scaccia for legislation relative to the re-use of soil for large reclamation projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
S.590  SD.1430 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 590) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to vacated foreclosed residential property. Financial Services.
S.749  SD.1441 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 749) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.
H.905  HD.2068 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 905) of Paul McMurtry, Michael F. Rush and John H. Rogers relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Geraghty, an employee of the Norfolk Superior Court department of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.
S.940  SD.801 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 940) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to Forest Hills Cemetery. The Judiciary.
S.941  SD.1476 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 941) of Michael F. Rush, Linda Dean Campbell and Paul McMurtry for legislation to prohibit solicitation of a felony. The Judiciary.
S.942  SD.1686 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 942) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John J. Monahan, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.
S.1046  SD.1809 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1046) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1047  SD.1825 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1047) of Michael F. Rush and Chris Walsh for legislation relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.
S.1154  SD.1483 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1154) of Michael F. Rush, Josh S. Cutler and Daniel J. Ryan for legislation to support the equitable utilization of third party consultants in land use determinations. Municipalities and Regional Government.
S.1262  SD.1425 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1262) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight. Public Health.
S.1263  SD.1432 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1263) of Michael F. Rush, Brendan P. Crighton, Geoff Diehl, Marc R. Pacheco and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the practice of athletic training. Public Health.
S.1264  SD.1451 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1264) of Michael F. Rush, Timothy R. Whelan and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to the safety of Alzheimer's disease patients. Public Health.
S.1265  SD.1472 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1265) of Michael F. Rush, Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Edward F. Coppinger, Daniel J. Ryan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to public safety and public health worker protections. Public Health.
S.1266  SD.1748 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1266) of Michael F. Rush, Richard J. Ross, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Thomas M. Stanley and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.
S.1267  SD.1908 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1267) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to register virtual manufacturers. Public Health.
S.1356  SD.1446 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1356) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to promote business continuity and recovery after a disaster. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1357  SD.1456 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1357) of Michael F. Rush, Paul McMurtry and Richard J. Ross for legislation relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
S.1358  SD.1901 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1358) of Michael F. Rush and Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to fire safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
H.1419  HD.1167 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1419) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Hua Tan, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.
S.1460  SD.1424 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1460) of Michael F. Rush, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to veteran creditable service for certain public retirees. Public Service.
S.1461  SD.1468 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1461) of Michael F. Rush, Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Daniel J. Ryan, Edward F. Coppinger and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians. Public Service.
S.1462  SD.1691 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1462) of Michael F. Rush, Patricia A. Haddad, David F. DeCoste and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to public safety line of duty benefits. Public Service.
S.1463  SD.1806 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1463) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to civil service reserve lists. Public Service.
S.1464  SD.1868 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1464) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for non-public school service. Public Service.
H.1464  HD.3787 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Traphagen, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.
S.1465  SD.1906 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1465) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to veterans creditable service. Public Service.
S.1629  SD.1435 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1629) of Michael F. Rush, James M. Murphy and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to home modifications for seniors. Revenue.
S.1630  SD.1438 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1630) of Michael F. Rush and Kathleen O'Connor Ives for legislation to create the Preservation of Historic Buildings Trust Fund. Revenue.
S.1631  SD.1443 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1631) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.
S.1632  SD.1454 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1632) of Michael F. Rush, Leonard Mirra, Paul McMurtry and Richard J. Ross for legislation relative to sales tax relief in the aftermath of an emergency. Revenue.
S.1633  SD.1455 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1633) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to promote business growth. Revenue.
H.1689  HD.1630 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1689) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush relative to municipal lease negotiations of the town of Dedham with the Department of Capital and Asset Management and Maintenance on behalf of the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1761  SD.1422 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1761) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to authorize the Governor to issue a proclamation setting apart the first Wednesday in May as state parks day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1762  SD.1436 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1762) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to establish a commission on government accountability, economy, and efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1763  SD.1437 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1763) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to promote American manufacturing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1764  SD.1453 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1764) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to provide for efficient use of leased or rented property and prevent waste in use of leased or rented facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1765  SD.1479 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1765) of Michael F. Rush, Timothy R. Whelan, Jerald A. Parisella and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to the observance of a Gold Star Wives Day and a Gold Star Mothers and Families Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1766  SD.1480 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1766) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to observe Unites States Navy Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.1981  SD.1464 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1981) of Michael F. Rush, Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Edward F. Coppinger, Daniel Cullinane and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transporation. Transportation.
S.1982  SD.1488 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1982) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to the used vehicle record book. Transportation.
S.1983  SD.1690 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 1983) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to a special VFW Parkway master plan commission. Transportation.
S.1984  SD.1706 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1984) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Norwood as the Thomas J. Kewriga Memorial Bridge. Transportation.
S.1985  SD.1858 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1985) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the James J. Delaney II, UMSC Veterans Memorial Bridge. Transportation.
S.1986  SD.2028 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1986) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Kelly A. Timilty Memorial Bridge. Transportation.
S.2026  SD.1459 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2026) of Michael F. Rush, Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Chynah Tyler, Edward F. Coppinger and other members of the General Court for legislation to update veterans’ burial expenses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
S.2027  SD.1803 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2027) of Michael F. Rush, William M. Straus, Paul McMurtry, Richard J. Ross and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect veterans’ military medical and service records. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
S.2028  SD.1804 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2028) of Michael F. Rush, Jason M. Lewis, Paul McMurtry, Angelo M. Scaccia and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to protecting veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
S.2029  SD.1808 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2029) of Michael F. Rush, John C. Velis, Paul R. Heroux, Kate Hogan and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to paid military leave. 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.
S.2540  SD.2672 By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2540) of Michael F. Rush and Angelo M. Scaccia (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation relative to a certain parcel of conservation land in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.2672  HD.2682 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2672) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land known as Marie-Louise Kehoe Park to the town of Dedham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
S.2682  Senate, December 17, 2018 – Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Rush) to the House Bill amending the charter of the town of Needham (House, No. 4948).
H.2786  HD.3830 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2786) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Dedham be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3574  HD.3155 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3574) of Paul McMurtry, Michael F. Rush and others relative to expanding coverage of dental procedures. Financial Services.
H.3621  HD.1936 By Representative Velis of Westfield and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3621) of John C. Velis, Michael F. Rush and others relative to veterans’ preference hiring practices. Public Service.
H.3748  HD.4039 By Representative Rogers of Norwood and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3748) of John H. Rogers and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) relative to the appointment of the positions of town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.3924  HD.4235 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Erik Nordahl, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.
H.4007  HD.4316 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rosibel Umanzor, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.
H.4059  HD.4368 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Deirdre Dacey, an employee of the Parole Board. Public Service.
H.4141  HD.4468 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Loughman, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.
H.4161  HD.4495 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4161) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Dedham be authorized to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4164  HD.4493 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4164) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Dedham be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4185  HD.4508 By Representative Rogers of Norwood and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4185) of John H. Rogers and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Norwood be authorized to grant up to five additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4336  HD.4654 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush establishing a sick leave bank for Gloria Phillips, an employee of the Department of Industrial Accidents. Public Service.
H.4452  HD.4766 By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul Walsh, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.
H.4718  HD.4944 By Representative Rogers of Norwood and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4718) of John H. Rogers and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) relative to the membership of the representative town meeting of the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
H.4948  HD.5221 By Representative Garlick of Needham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4948) of Denise C. Garlick, Michael F. Rush and Richard J. Ross (by vote of the town) relative to amending the charter of the town of Needham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
  SD.2090 By Mr. Rush (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Russ Fleming for legislation relative to creditable service for state employees who served in the peace corps. Public Service. This bill is by request. *
* — Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.