Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 2885: Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 2885 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on May 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds. Primary sponsor: Bruce Tarr (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2025): Rules suspended and adopted.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Senate, May 12, 2025 -- (Filed by Mr. Tarr) Order relative to the calling of a proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to require a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Tarr | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Essex 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
- Rules suspended and adopted