Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3309: An Act to protect individuals with service animals in public accommodation
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 3309 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on October 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to protect individuals with service animals in public accommodation. Primary sponsor: Joan Lovely (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 30, 2025): Referred to the committee on The Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation to protect individuals with service animals in public accommodation. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Lovely | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Essex |
“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 The Judiciary
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently