Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 175: An Act promoting small business growth in the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 175 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act promoting small business growth in the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Kelly Dooner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 175) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to promote small business growth in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Dooner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Third Bristol and Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing rescheduled to 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in B-1
- Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses