A section-by-section summary of S.2234 (An Act Relative To Domestic Violence), which was enacted by both branches of the Legislature and laid before the Governor.
Legislative News
commonwealth conversations, federal issues, outlook, senate press releases, updates and analysis
Substance Abuse Recovery Legislation Committee Summary
A summary of S.2142 (An Act To Increase Opportunities For Long-Term Substance Abuse Recovery), which was enacted by both branches of the Legislature and laid before the Governor.
Senate Committee on Steering & Policy 188th Session Wrap-up
Senator Mike Rush, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Steering and Policy, circulated this summary of the major initiatives and accomplishments of the Senate–even though not every bill that passed the Senate was also enacted by the House and signed by the Governor.
2013-2014 Session Wrapup
It was a very productive legislative session. We did get a lot done, but weren’t able to reach some important issues.
Senate Passes Campaign Finance Legislation
From the Senate President’s office: the Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed a bill to strengthen reporting requirements for independent expenditure committees and bring a higher level of transparency to elections in the Commonwealth.
Senate Passes Bill to Reduce Gun Violence
From the Senate President’s office: the Senate on Thursday passed legislation to reduce the impact and prevalence of gun violence in Massachusetts, including stricter background checks, enhanced penalties, new gun-related crimes, increased protections in schools, and other provisions designed to overall ensure a safer Commonwealth.