Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5565: An Act creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HD 5565 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act creating the engaging neighborhoods, organizations, unions, governments and households fund. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose and Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian for legislation to establish a grant program to reduce poverty and create an ENOUGH fund advisory committee. Community Development and Small Businesses.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Lipper-Garabedian | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 32nd 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 Community Development and Small Businesses
- Referred to the committee on House Rules