Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5160: An Act establishing a Commission Regarding Distribution of Lottery Revenue
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5160 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a Commission Regarding Distribution of Lottery Revenue. Primary sponsor: Adam Scanlon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 13, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5575.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adam J. Scanlon for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the distribution of lottery revenues to municipalities. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Scanlon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th 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 H5575
- Hearing scheduled for 05/04/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
- Senate concurred
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Revenue
- Referred to the committee on House Rules