Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5588: An Act to designate regional lockup part of jail in Dukes County
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 5588 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on July 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to designate regional lockup part of jail in Dukes County. Primary sponsor: Thomas Moakley (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (September 22, 2026): Hearing scheduled for 10/06/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Moakley of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas W. Moakley for legislation to designate the regional lockup as a part of the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Moakley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket |
“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 scheduled for 10/06/2026 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 Public Safety and Homeland Security
- Referred to the committee on House Rules