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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
09/15/2025
09/15/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to designate the song, “Massachusetts”, words and music by Montenia, as the official jazz song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to amend Chapter 2 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that officially designates the song "Massachusetts" by Montenia as the commonwealth's official jazz song. The legislation is straightforward and focuses on recognizing a specific musical work as a symbolic representation of jazz in the state, highlighting Massachusetts' cultural heritage and appreciation for jazz music. By creating this official designation through a legislative process, the bill provides formal recognition to the song and its composer, potentially celebrating the state's musical traditions and the contributions of jazz artists to Massachusetts' cultural landscape.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading (on 10/20/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3407 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3407.pdf |
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