Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1026: An Act establishing a special commission to study the noise effects of hunting migratory game birds in neighborhoods and communities within established coastal zones
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1026 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a special commission to study the noise effects of hunting migratory game birds in neighborhoods and communities within established coastal zones. Primary sponsor: Sean Reid (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5149.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1026) of Sean Reid for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the impacts, specific to noise, that persons hunting migratory game birds from a water craft have within the coastal zones. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Reid | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Essex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5149
- Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources