Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3114: An Act authorizing remote participation at town meeting
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 3114 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on August 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing remote participation at town meeting. Primary sponsor: Mike Barrett (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (August 21, 2025): 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. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to authorize any town meeting to be held through remote participation or a hybrid of in-person and remote participation. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Barrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third 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