Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 2989: An Act enhancing safety and security for candidates and professionals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 2989 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on June 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act enhancing safety and security for candidates and professionals. Primary sponsor: Becca Rausch (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 23, 2025): Referred to the committee on Election Laws.
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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) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to enhance safety and security for candidates and professionals. Election Laws.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becca Rausch | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex |
| Brian Ashe | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd Hampden |
| Carmine Gentile | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Middlesex |
| Jim Hawkins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd Bristol |
| Mike Moore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Worcester |
“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 Election Laws
- Senate Rule 20 and Joint Rule 12 suspended