Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 4047: An Act relating to special permits
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 4047 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on April 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relating to special permits. Primary sponsor: John Barrett (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H4970.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4047) of John Barrett, III relative to special permits. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Barrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Berkshire |
| Dave Robertson | Co-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 H4970
- Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government