Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5563: An Act relative to consumer connected devices
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5563 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to consumer connected devices. It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Brownsberger, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David M. Rogers, William N. Brownsberger and others relative to consumer connected devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Brownsberger | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Suffolk and Middlesex |
| Lydia Edwards | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third Suffolk |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Plymouth |
| Dave Rogers | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 24th Middlesex |
| Alan Silvia | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 7th Bristol |
“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 Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Referred to the committee on House Rules