Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 988: An Act relative to the blue economy
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 988 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the blue economy. Primary sponsor: Kathy LaNatra (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see H5218.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 988) of Kathleen R. LaNatra that the Department of Environmental Protection establish programs to promote ocean health and the responsible use of the ocean. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy LaNatra | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12th Plymouth |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th 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 H5218
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources