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Recently active Boston legislation

Items ready for action or still moving through the process.

In committee

Step 2 of 4 · 20 items

Next: The committee decides whether to send it to the full council.

  • 2026-0337 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced February 9, 2026

    Call for independent audit of Boston Public Schools finances

    The Boston City Council has ordered a full, independent audit of Boston Public Schools to examine the district’s finances, operations, and program effectiveness.

    updated September 2, 2026

  • 2026-1611 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced August 24, 2026

    Support granting Park Rangers police powers in Boston parks

    This City Council resolution expresses support for granting City of Boston Park Rangers police powers and academy training to enhance public safety in Boston parks.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-1606 · Formal position, not binding · Dorchester · Introduced August 14, 2026

    Support continued ShotSpotter use in Boston

    The City Council resolution states Boston should continue using ShotSpotter, a sensor network that detects gunfire and provides alerts to police.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-1603 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced August 24, 2026

    Hold hearing on energy costs and transition paths

    This matter asks the City Council to hold a hearing on rising energy costs, the gas pipe replacement program, and pathways to an affordable, equitable energy transition in Boston.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-1602 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced August 24, 2026

    Explore codifying Violence Prevention Office and biennial plan

    This matter would order a hearing to explore codifying the Office of Violence Prevention and establishing a biennial violence prevention strategy plan in Boston, building on public health and coordinated prevention efforts.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-1601 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced August 24, 2026

    Explore Raising CPA Funds for Affordable Housing

    This matter asks the City Council to hold a hearing on increasing the percentage of Community Preservation Act funds devoted to affordable housing.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-0405 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced February 20, 2026

    Order for hearing on crossing guard staffing shortages in Boston

    The City Council referred this matter to a hearing to examine current crossing guard staffing shortages, including unfilled positions and their impact on student safety.

    updated August 21, 2026

  • 2026-0932 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced May 4, 2026

    Hold hearing on BWSC discounts for seniors and disabilities

    This matter requests a City Council hearing to discuss the Boston Water and Sewer Commission discounts for seniors and persons with disabilities.

    updated August 17, 2026

  • 2026-1544 · Request for a public hearing · Introduced August 3, 2026

    Hold nighttime economy hearing in Boston on licensing

    The City Council referred this matter to a committee to discuss the future of Boston’s nighttime economy, including late-night licensing, alcohol-service hours, and public-space activation.

    updated August 6, 2026

  • 2026-1546 · Request for a public hearing · Roxbury · Introduced July 30, 2026

    Hearing to review victim-family services funding

    This matter requests a City Council hearing to examine services provided by the City of Boston to families of victims of violence and homicide.

    updated August 6, 2026

In committee

Step 2 of 5 · 4 items

Next: The committee decides whether to send it to the full council for a vote.

  • 2026-1599 · New city law · Introduced August 21, 2026

    Expand Paid Parental Leave to 12 Weeks

    This matter would amend the City of Boston code to provide 100% of base pay for all twelve weeks of paid parental leave for City of Boston employees, effective immediately upon passage.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-0161 · New city law · Introduced January 23, 2026

    Adopt Wage Theft Prevention Ordinance in Boston

    This ordinance would require city vendors and contractors to comply with wage laws, establish enforcement and reporting procedures, and impose potential debarment or wage bonds to deter wage theft.

    updated August 19, 2026

Council vote

Step 3 of 4 · 1 item

Next: The council votes to adopt or reject it.

  • 2026-1549 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced August 3, 2026

    Support Waiver of Residency Rules for BPD Transfers

    The Council considered a resolution to waive the typical residency requirement so officers from other municipalities could transfer to the Boston Police Department.

    updated August 6, 2026