Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1867: An Act relative to the annual allowance for certain survivors of public retirees and employees
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1867 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the annual allowance for certain survivors of public retirees and employees. Primary sponsor: Cindy Friedman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 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. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1867) of Cindy F. Friedman for legislation relative to the annual allowance for certain survivors of public retirees and employees. Public Service.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cindy Friedman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Fourth 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
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service