Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5605: An Act relative to liquor license extensions in the town of Hanover
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5605 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on July 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to liquor license extensions in the town of Hanover. Primary sponsor: David DeCoste (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 13, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see H5691.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5605) of David F. DeCoste and John F. Keenan (by vote of the town) relative to liquor license extensions in the town of Hanover. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David DeCoste | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
| John Keenan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk and Plymouth |
“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 new draft, see H5691
- Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure