Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 225: An Act to eliminate "grab-and-go" counters at large events
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 225 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to eliminate "grab-and-go" counters at large events. Primary sponsor: Lydia Edwards (Democratic). It lists 9 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see S2996.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 225) of Lydia Edwards and John F. Keenan for legislation to eliminate "grab-and-go" alcohol sales at large events. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydia Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third Suffolk |
| Nick Collins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Suffolk |
| Jamie Eldridge | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Middlesex and Worcester |
| Lisa Field | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Bristol |
| Vanna Howard | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Middlesex |
| Brad Jones | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 20th Middlesex |
| John Keenan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk and Plymouth |
| David LeBoeuf | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 17th Worcester |
| Bud Williams | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Hampden |
| 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 S2996
- Reporting date extended to Thursday March 5, 2026
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed
- Hearing scheduled for 10/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure