Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2561: An Act respecting autonomy in name choice for newly married partners
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2561 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act respecting autonomy in name choice for newly married partners. Primary sponsor: Tommy Vitolo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5234.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2561) of Tommy Vitolo relative to the adoption of names upon marriage. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Vitolo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15th 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 H5234
- Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health