Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 578: An Act relative to hunting near a dwelling
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 578 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to hunting near a dwelling. Primary sponsor: Peter Durant (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (November 3, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2687.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 578) of Peter J. Durant, Christopher M. Markey and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Durant | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampshire |
| John Gaskey | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 2nd Plymouth |
| Christopher Markey | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 9th Bristol |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
| Kelly Pease | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Hampden |
“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 S2687
- Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources