Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5714: An Act authorizing the town of Holland to continue the employment of Barton Temple
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5714 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Holland to continue the employment of Barton Temple. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 29, 2026): Referred to the committee on Public Service.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Smola of Warren and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5714) of Todd M. Smola (by vote of the town) that the town of Holland be authorized to continue the employment of Barton Temple as a firefighter in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Smola | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1st Hampden |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to the committee on Public Service