Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5579: An Act authorizing the town of Stockbridge to modify Fire Department employment
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5579 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on July 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Stockbridge to modify Fire Department employment. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (September 9, 2026): Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5579) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) that the town of Stockbridge be authorized to modify employment for the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Davis | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Berkshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in A-1 Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service