Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 499: An Act establishing the Abigail Adams entrepreneurial program for women
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 499 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing the Abigail Adams entrepreneurial program for women. Primary sponsor: Alan Silvia (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5252 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 499) of Alan Silvia for legislation to establish the Abigail Adams center for women in STEM to provide opportunities for women in the workforce in science, technology, engineering and mathematics professions. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Silvia | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7th 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 H5252 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 06/05/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies