Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 2615: An Act eliminating discrimination against municipalities who are unable to meet certain zoning requirements
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 2615 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act eliminating discrimination against municipalities who are unable to meet certain zoning requirements. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 24, 2026): Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Colleen M. Garry for legislation to eliminate discrimination against municipalities who are unable to meet certain zoning requirements. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and Norfolk |
| Colleen Garry | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 36th Middlesex |
| Dave Robertson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 19th 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
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently