Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5242: An Act establishing statewide food truck regulations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5242 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing statewide food truck regulations. Primary sponsor: Kate Hogan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (November 18, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Health.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kate Hogan for legislation to establish statewide food truck regulations. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Hogan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd 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 Public Health
- Referred to the committee on House Rules