Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3404: An Act naming the Eastern Brook Trout as the official freshwater fish of the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 3404 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act naming the Eastern Brook Trout as the official freshwater fish of the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Ted Philips (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 2, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5166.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3404) of Edward R. Philips and Steven D'Addieco for legislation to designate the Eastern Brook Trout as the official freshwater fish of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Philips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8th Norfolk |
| Steven D'Addieco | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Bill Galvin | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th 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 H5166
- Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight