Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2186: An Act relative to the prevention of unemployment fraud
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 2186 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the prevention of unemployment fraud. Primary sponsor: Marcus Vaughn (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5208.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2186) of Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and report on the policies and procedures of the Department of Unemployment Assistance to prevent and address unemployment fraud. Labor and Workforce Development.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Vaughn | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 9th Norfolk |
“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 H5208
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development