Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 440: An Act to allow non-profits to purchase alcohol from retail package stores for charitable events
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 440 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to allow non-profits to purchase alcohol from retail package stores for charitable events. Primary sponsor: Paul McMurtry (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 17, 2025): Accompanied H442.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 440) of Paul McMurtry for legislation to allow certain non-profits to purchase and distribute certain limited quantities of alcohol from retail package stores for the purpose of hosting fundraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul McMurtry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th 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 H442
- Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure