H3314
An Act relative to financial transparency
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to financial transparency, aims to increase disclosure requirements for financial interests held by certain public officials and employees in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure greater openness and accountability regarding potential conflicts of interest. The bill mandates that these officials and employees report their financial holdings and transactions, promoting transparency in government operations. The legislation is currently under review by the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight committee.
Key provisions
- Requires public officials and employees to disclose their financial interests.
- Mandates reporting of financial transactions.
- Aims to identify potential conflicts of interest.
- Focuses on transparency in government dealings.
- The bill was accompanied by a study order (H5184).
Who is affected
- Public officials
- State employees
- Government agencies
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Expands existing conflict of interest disclosure requirements.
- Increases public access to financial information.
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
Cosponsors
Estela A. Reyes
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.3314 194th (Current)
An Act relative to financial transparency
By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3314) of Marjorie C. Decker relative to financial disclosures by certain public officials and employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3314
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/05/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/05/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 3/9/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5184 |
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