Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 2501: An Act clarifying the duties of the adjutant general
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 2501 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act clarifying the duties of the adjutant general. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (November 6, 2025): New draft substituted, as amended, see S2675.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2501) of John C. Velis for legislation to clarify the duties of the adjutant general. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- New draft substituted, as amended, see S2675
- Read second
- Placed in the Orders of the Day for Thursday, November 6, 2025
- Order relative to subject matter adopted
- Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting a new draft, see S2675
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs