Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4388: An Act lowering the legal gambling age to 18 in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 4388 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act lowering the legal gambling age to 18 in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Primary sponsor: John Gaskey (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2025): Referred to the committee on House Rules.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Gaskey of Carver, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John R. Gaskey and Christopher Thibeault relative to the legal gambling age. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Gaskey | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2nd Plymouth |
| Christopher Thibeault | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 House Rules