Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1940: An Act to adopt the uniform family law arbitration act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1940 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to adopt the uniform family law arbitration act. It lists 2 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 Ramos of North Andover and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1940) of Adrianne Pusateri Ramos and Simon Cataldo relative to family law arbitration. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Cataldo | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Middlesex |
| Adrianne Ramos | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th 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 H5281 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary