Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3719: An Act relative to hot box detectors
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 3719 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to hot box detectors. Primary sponsor: Kathy LaNatra (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (December 24, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3719) of Kathleen R. LaNatra, Natalie M. Blais and Michael D. Brady relative to requiring the installation of hot box detectors every 20 miles on passenger train lines. Transportation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy LaNatra | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12th Plymouth |
| Natalie M. Blais | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Mike Brady | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Plymouth and Norfolk |
| John Marsi | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 6th Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Transportation