Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5602: An Act to protect the Courts of the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5602 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to protect the Courts of the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Adrian Madaro (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Referred to the committee on House Rules.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Adrian C. Madaro relative to access to the court system and judicial proceedings and processes. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian Madaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Suffolk |
| Christine Barber | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34th 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
- Referred to the committee on House Rules