Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 197: An Act decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food
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Plain-language summary
HD 197 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food. Primary sponsor: Hannah Kane (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Kane | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 11th Worcester |
| Natalie Higgins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Worcester |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Plymouth |
| Priscila Sousa | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Middlesex |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.