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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
07/21/2025
07/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to eliminating residency requirements for fortune tellers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill eliminates the existing residency requirement for fortune tellers in Massachusetts by removing the second sentence from Section 185I of Chapter 140 of the Massachusetts General Laws. The bill appears to be a straightforward change that would allow fortune tellers to operate in the state regardless of whether they are permanent residents, potentially making it easier for out-of-state or traveling fortune tellers to practice their profession. By removing the residency restriction, the bill aims to reduce barriers to entry for fortune tellers and potentially increase professional opportunities in this field. The legislation seems focused on consumer protection and professional licensure by making licensing more accessible.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 08/18/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H475 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H475.pdf |
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