Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 3829: An Act prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress

In committee Last action April 13, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5357 (under House Rule 27)

Plain-language summary

H 3829 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act prohibiting the Massachusetts National Guard from being deployed into active combat without a formal declaration of war by congress. Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5357 (under House Rule 27).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). 3 co-sponsors.