Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 396: An Act relative to background checking for bidding privileges at auto auctions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 396 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to background checking for bidding privileges at auto auctions. Primary sponsor: Steven Howitt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5081.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 396) of Steven S. Howitt relative to background checks for bidders at auto auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Howitt | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Bristol |
“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 H5081
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure