Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 4153: An Act establishing a charter for the city of Somerville
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 4153 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on May 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a charter for the city of Somerville. Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 16, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4264.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4153) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to establishing a charter for the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Barber | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34th 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 new draft, see H4264
- Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government