Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1965: An Act to support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1965 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability. Primary sponsor: Bill Driscoll (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 23, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5596.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1965) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation to support disaster response and broadband infrastructure affordability by allowing certain tax exemptions. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Driscoll | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk, Plymouth and 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
- Accompanied a study order, see H5596
- Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/17/2025 from 10:00 AM-10:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 10/17/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue