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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to close a loophole in lobbying law, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2943).
AI Summary
This bill aims to close a loophole in lobbying law by requiring the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) to inform the State Secretary of any determination that an individual or entity has engaged in unlawful discriminatory practices under Chapter 151B, which prohibits discrimination in employment and public accommodations. The State Secretary will then be required to disqualify such individuals or entities from lobbying for four years, and the MCAD will establish a process for handling complaints of discrimination. Additionally, the bill expands the scope of lobbying restrictions to include violations of specific federal statutes related to fraud and racketeering, namely sections 1341, 1343, 1346, or 1951 of title 18 of the United States Code, which deal with mail fraud, wire fraud, and other related offenses.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight (Joint)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 02/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2943 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2943.pdf |
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