Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 1117: An Act protecting benefits owed to foster children
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Plain-language summary
HD 1117 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act protecting benefits owed to foster children. Primary sponsor: Tricia Farley-Bouvier (Democratic). It lists 6 additional sponsors.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tricia Farley-Bouvier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd Berkshire |
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| David DeCoste | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
| Colleen Garry | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 36th Middlesex |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Plymouth |
| Sally Kerans | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Essex |
| David LeBoeuf | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 17th Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.