Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1834: An Act repealing homophobic and transphobic laws
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1834 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act repealing homophobic and transphobic laws. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Lewis of Framingham and Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1834) of Jack Patrick Lewis for legislation to repeal certain laws prohibiting acts performed with other persons or animals. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natalie Higgins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Worcester |
| Jack Lewis | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 7th Middlesex |
| Sam Montaño | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 15th Suffolk |
“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 H5281 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2
- Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary