Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 205: An Act relative to price-fixing prohibition and consumer transparency
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 205 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to price-fixing prohibition and consumer transparency. Primary sponsor: John Cronin (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2810.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 205) of John J. Cronin for legislation relative to price-fixing prohibition and consumer transparency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cronin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Worcester and Middlesex |
| Joan Lovely | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Essex |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“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 S2810
- Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure