Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 3055: An Act clarifying the operation of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 3055 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act clarifying the operation of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments. Primary sponsor: Jo Comerford (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 15, 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. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3055) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joanne M. Comerford, Susannah M. Whipps and Paul W. Mark for legislation to clarify the operation of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Comerford | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Paul Mark | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin and Hampshire |
| Susannah Whipps | Co-sponsor | Independent | House | 2nd Franklin |
“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
- Hearing rescheduled to 05/13/2026 from 10:00 AM-10:10 AM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing rescheduled to 05/13/2026 from 10:00 AM-10:10 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2026 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently