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  • 2026-1612 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced August 24, 2026

    Support Head Start Programs in Boston

    The City of Boston Council approved a resolution recognizing the importance of Head Start and Early Head Start programs for low-income families and young children.

    updated August 27, 2026

  • 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

  • 2026-1427 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced July 20, 2026

    Council backs wheelchair protection bills H.4358 and S.2662

    The Boston City Council adopted a resolution in support of H.4358 and S.2662, which would strengthen consumer protections for wheelchair users.

    updated July 23, 2026

  • 2026-1248 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced June 22, 2026

    City Council supports H.4554 to improve Sickle Cell Care

    The City Council passed a resolution in support of H.4554, which aims to improve sickle cell care through a state steering committee, a patient data registry, early screening, and Medicaid-focused strategies.

    updated June 26, 2026

  • 2026-0937 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced May 4, 2026

    Ask Boston Public Schools to join nationwide social media litigation

    The City Council resolution asks Boston Public Schools to evaluate the costs and benefits of joining the national social media litigation that alleges platforms contribute to a youth mental health crisis.

    updated May 7, 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

  • 2026-0825 · Formal position, not binding · Chinatown-Leather District · Introduced April 13, 2026

    Council Opposed $1,000 Cap on MassHealth Dental Benefits

    The City Council resolution opposes a proposed $1,000 annual cap on MassHealth adult dental benefits.

    updated April 16, 2026

  • 2026-0784 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced April 6, 2026

    Protect SNAP and Support Department of Transitional Assistance Workers

    The City Council adopted a resolution urging state agencies to protect and strengthen the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and to increase funding for the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) staffing and infrastructure.

    updated April 9, 2026

  • 2026-0486 · Formal position, not binding · Roxbury and Back Bay · Introduced March 2, 2026

    Adopt Resolution to End Black Health Disparities in Boston

    This matter is a City Council resolution in support of addressing health disparities affecting Boston’s Black community.

    updated March 5, 2026

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  • 2026-0300 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced February 2, 2026

    Condemn Termination of Haitian Protected Status

    The City Council adopted a resolution to condemn the termination of federal protected status for Haitian immigrants and to affirm Boston’s obligation to support affected residents.

    updated February 6, 2026