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

S 1172: An Act to protect unpaid interns, volunteers, and independent contractors from sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination

In committee Last action December 18, 2025: Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886

Plain-language summary

S 1172 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to protect unpaid interns, volunteers, and independent contractors from sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination. Primary sponsor: Joan Lovely (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 18, 2025): Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Joan Lovely (Democratic).