Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 629: An Act relative to sanctuary policies in the commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 629 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to sanctuary policies in the commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Peter Durant (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): House concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1675) of Peter J. Durant, John R. Gaskey, Joseph D. McKenna, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and others for legislation to further define sanctuary policies in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Durant | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampshire |
| Donnie Berthiaume | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Worcester |
| John Gaskey | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 2nd Plymouth |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
| Alyson Sullivan-Almeida | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 7th Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security