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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to update disability commission chair requirements to reflect that at least one commissioner shall be physically present at the meeting location. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill updates the rules for local commissions on disability meetings by modifying existing law to allow for more flexible remote participation. Specifically, the legislation changes the requirements for meeting attendance, stating that while a physical quorum (majority) of commissioners is no longer mandatory at the meeting location, at least one commissioner must be physically present. This modification appears designed to provide local disability commissions with greater flexibility in conducting meetings, potentially making it easier for commissioners to participate remotely while still maintaining some in-person presence. The change is being made to section 20(e) of chapter 30A of the Massachusetts General Laws, which governs public meeting procedures, and reflects a broader trend of adapting governmental meeting protocols to accommodate remote work and participation technologies.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 02/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2161 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2161.pdf |
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