Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3498: An Act designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 3498 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on December 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act designating asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Jo Comerford (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to designate asparagus as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Comerford | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Mindy Domb | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Hampshire |
“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 State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently