S193
An Act modernizing charitable organization fundraising opportunities
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Bill overview
This bill aims to update and improve how charitable organizations in Massachusetts can raise funds. It seeks to modernize fundraising practices and potentially increase transparency in the sector. The legislation intends to create clearer guidelines and regulations for charitable fundraising activities. The specific details of the modernization efforts are still being developed through committee hearings.
Key provisions
- Modernize fundraising regulations for charitable organizations.
- Increase transparency in charitable fundraising practices.
- Address potential issues related to consumer protection in fundraising.
- Potentially update rules governing how charities solicit donations.
Who is affected
- Charitable organizations
- Donors
- Fundraisers
- Consumer Protection agencies
- Professional Licensure boards
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on modernizing existing fundraising regulations.
- It is linked to similar legislation concerning telemarketer disclosures and payments in lieu of taxation.
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Bill S.193 194th (Current)
An Act modernizing charitable organization fundraising opportunities
By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 193) of Nick Collins for legislation to modernize charitable organization fundraising opportunities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Presenter: Nick Collins
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.193
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/23/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/8/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday March 5, 2026 |
| 3/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2997 |
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