Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4404: An Act relative to intentionally blocking or preventing access to a public roadway or highway while protesting with the express purpose of preventing passage of others
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- Introduced
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Plain-language summary
HD 4404 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to intentionally blocking or preventing access to a public roadway or highway while protesting with the express purpose of preventing passage of others. Primary sponsor: Colleen Garry (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on The Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Colleen M. Garry relative to the penalties for protests intentionally blocking or preventing access to a public roadway or highway. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colleen Garry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36th Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on The Judiciary
- Referred to the committee on House Rules