Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 127: An Act prohibiting the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 127 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act prohibiting the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption. Primary sponsor: Chris Hendricks (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (September 8, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4422.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Hendricks of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 127) of Christopher Hendricks for legislation to establish penalties for the aquaculture of any species of octopus for the purpose of human consumption. Agriculture.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Hendricks | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Bristol |
| Natalie Higgins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Worcester |
“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 new draft, see H4422
- Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries
- Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Agriculture