H3351
An Act promoting the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish a permanent commission within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to examine and promote the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims. The commission would focus on addressing issues related to discrimination and fostering a more inclusive environment for this community. It aims to provide a dedicated body to monitor and improve the status of American Muslims in the state.
Key provisions
- Creation of a permanent commission on the status of people who practice Islam.
- The commission will focus on civil rights and inclusion.
- The commission will be under the purview of State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- American Muslims
- Massachusetts residents
- Civil rights advocates
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated commission to address issues facing American Muslims.
- Focuses on promoting civil rights and inclusion within the Commonwealth.
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Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher J. Worrell
Danillo A. Sena
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Bill H.3351 194th (Current)
An Act promoting the civil rights and inclusion of American Muslims in the Commonwealth
By Representative Howard of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3351) of Vanna Howard, Manny Cruz and Tara T. Hong for legislation to create a permanent commission on the status of people who practice Islam. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Vanna Howard Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.3351
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/29/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/29/2025 from 10:30 AM-11:45 PM in A-2 |
| 10/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/29/2025 from 10:30 AM-11:45 AM in A-2 |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/29/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:45 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/29/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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