Informal House Session 18 - Informal House Session 18 [Source] Translate

The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance. The Committee on Rules reported on several resolutions, including those honoring the partnership between Quebec and Massachusetts, and congratulating the Links Incorporated on its 75th anniversary. The rules were suspended, and both resolutions were adopted. The Committee on Rules also addressed an order to extend the reporting deadline for the Committee on the Judiciary until July 31, 2026. The rules were suspended, and the order was adopted. Similar procedures were followed for an order extending the reporting deadline for the Committee on Revenue until March 18, 2026, and another extension until June 26, 2026, both of which were adopted after suspending the rules. Additionally, the Committee on Rules recommended the adoption of an order for special procedures regarding a House bill on energy affordability, clean power, and economic competitiveness, which was also adopted. The House then proceeded to the final passage of House Bill 4272, which authorizes the town of Hudson to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages. The bill was passed to be enacted. Next, Senate Bill 1898, which authorizes the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in Plainville, was read and passed to be enacted. An order was made for the House to adjourn until the following day at 11 a.m., which was adopted. The House then stood adjourned, with a Democratic caucus scheduled for noon in rooms A1 and A2.