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  • H.5657 · Proposed state law · Filed August 10, 2026

    Establish sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan

    The bill would require the Massachusetts Department of Correction to establish a sick leave bank for Patrick Nelligan, a staff member.

    updated August 31, 2026

  • H.5628 · Proposed state law · Filed August 6, 2026

    Add medical-review for suspected abuse cases in DCF policy

    The Massachusetts House bill H5628 would amend Section 51B of Chapter 119 to require a physician or nurse to consult if a child’s diagnosed medical condition could be misinterpreted as abuse.

    updated August 6, 2026

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  • H.5649 · Directive to the legislature itself · Introduced August 13, 2026

    Study Order to Examine Armed Forces Compensation

    This House matter is an Order to authorize the Veterans and Federal Affairs committee to investigate and study a House document related to death and disability compensation for armed forces members.

    updated August 13, 2026

  • H.5651 · Directive to the legislature itself · Introduced August 13, 2026

    Discharge to Study Veterans’ Disability Benefits Document

    This House order authorizes the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to investigate and study a House document related to veteran disability benefits.

    updated August 13, 2026