Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 6086: An Act authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026
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- Introduced
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- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HD 6086 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on May 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026. Primary sponsor: Carole Fiola (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended, question divided (on motion of Fiola), and referred (on motion of Fiola) to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carole A. Fiola for legislation to authorize municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carole Fiola | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th 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, question divided (on motion of Fiola), and referred (on motion of Fiola) to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
- Referred to the committee on House Rules