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Recently active Boston legislation

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In committee

Step 2 of 4 · 5 items

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

  • 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

  • 2026-1544 · 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

  • 2026-1005 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced May 11, 2026

    Pause vertical construction at White Stadium pending court ruling

    The City Council's matter, introduced May 11, 2026 and referred May 13, 2026, calls for a temporary pause on new vertical construction at White Stadium in Franklin Park.

    updated May 18, 2026

In committee

Step 2 of 5 · 3 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

Adopted

Step 4 of 4 · 14 items

Next: The council has taken its position.

  • 2026-1428 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced July 20, 2026

    Support Boston Medical Center nurses in fair contract action

    A City Council resolution expresses support for Boston Medical Center nurses seeking fair wages, affordable healthcare, and safe working conditions amid contract negotiations with 1199 SEIU.

    updated July 23, 2026

  • 2026-1345 · Formal position, not binding · Brighton · Introduced July 6, 2026

    Support a fair contract for MAB workers

    The Boston City Council passed a resolution expressing support for a fair first contract between MAB Community Services and its direct support staff represented by SEIU 509.

    updated July 9, 2026

  • 2026-1250 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced June 22, 2026

    Support laid-off BPS staff and prioritize reemployment

    The City Council resolution expresses support for Boston Public Schools employees recently laid off as a result of budget decisions and seeks to prioritize their reemployment opportunities.

    updated June 26, 2026

  • 2026-1182 · Mayor's directive · Introduced June 4, 2026

    Accept a $3,220 grant for workforce development

    The City would accept and spend a $3,220 grant from MassHire's Massability/Rehabilitation Commission to fund employment support, career counseling, and job search help for disabled clients at Boston MassHire Career Centers.

    updated June 11, 2026

  • 2026-1083 · Mayor's directive · Introduced May 28, 2026

    Accept $80K Community Safety Grant for Boston

    The City of Boston Council approved an order authorizing the mayor to accept and expend an $80,000 Community Safety Initiative grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety & Security.

    updated June 5, 2026

  • 2026-1059 · Information request to the mayor · Introduced May 18, 2026

    Request 17F information on new city positions

    The City Council filed a 17F order on May 20, 2026, asking the Mayor to provide details about all new positions created since January 15, 2025.

    updated June 2, 2026

  • 2026-1004 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced May 4, 2026

    Urge City to resume in-person work for four days

    The City Council adopted a resolution urging City of Boston employees to resume in-person work for at least four days per week.

    updated May 15, 2026

  • 2026-0940 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced May 4, 2026

    Establish a committee to keep and attract young adults to Boston

    This resolution supports creating a committee of young adult residents, business professionals, and City leaders to study and promote retention and attraction of Boston’s young adults.

    updated May 7, 2026

  • 2026-0869 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced April 24, 2026

    Support University Small Business Technical Assistance Partnership

    City Council supports creating a University Small Business Technical Assistance Partnership to connect city small-business services with university student consulting programs.

    updated April 30, 2026

  • 2026-0885 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced April 24, 2026

    City Council backs Brigham and Women’s Hospital nurses

    The City Council adopted a resolution in support of the nurses and nurse practitioners at Brigham and Women’s Hospital as they pursue fair wages, affordable healthcare, and safe working conditions.

    updated April 30, 2026

Shelved, no action taken

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