Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 533: An Act to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 533 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count. Primary sponsor: Becca Rausch (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Committee recommended ought to pass 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. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 533) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation relative to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count. Election Laws.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becca Rausch | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently
- Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Election Laws