Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 6020: An Act enhancing fire safety in communities hosting residential state colleges and universities
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 6020 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on April 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act enhancing fire safety in communities hosting residential state colleges and universities. Primary sponsor: Priscila Sousa (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 8, 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 Sousa of Framingham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Priscila S. Sousa relative to fire safety in communities hosting residential state colleges and universities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priscila Sousa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Middlesex |
| Christine Barber | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34th Middlesex |
| Dennis Gallagher | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 8th Plymouth |
| Jim Hawkins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd 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
- Referred to the committee on House Rules