Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2947: An Act recategorizing DMH, DPH, and DDS police
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 2947 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act recategorizing DMH, DPH, and DDS police. Primary sponsor: Dave Robertson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (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 Representative Robertson of Tewksbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2947) of David Allen Robertson relative to the retirement group for public safety officers, police officers or public safety officials of the Department of Mental Health, Department of Public Health or Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Robertson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19th Middlesex |
“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 H5356 (under House Rule 27)
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 10/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service