Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 451: An Act relative to professional licensure and citizenship
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 451 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to professional licensure and citizenship. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (November 10, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see H4711.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Paulino of Methuen and Mendes of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 451) of Francisco E. Paulino relative to required identification for applicants for professional licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rita Mendes | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Plymouth |
| Francisco Paulino | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 16th Essex |
“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 H4711
- Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Hearing scheduled for 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure