Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4731: An Act granting the city of Medford the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality
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Plain-language summary
HD 4731 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act granting the city of Medford the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality. Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4152) of Christine P. Barber and Sean Garballey (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Medford be authorized to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Barber | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34th Middlesex |
| Sean Garballey | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 23rd Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.