S2714
An Act studying discrimination in public accommodation for individuals with service animals
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts state government to conduct a study on instances of discrimination against individuals who use service animals in public accommodations. The study will examine the current laws and practices related to service animals and identify any areas where discrimination may be occurring. The goal is to gather information and make recommendations for improving protections for people with disabilities who rely on service animals.
Key provisions
- Conduct a study of discrimination against individuals with service animals in public accommodations.
- Examine existing laws and practices related to service animals.
- Identify potential barriers and discriminatory practices.
- Gather data on reported incidents of discrimination.
- Analyze the impact of discrimination on individuals with disabilities.
- Consider best practices from other states or jurisdictions.
- Make recommendations for legislative or policy changes.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities
- Service animal handlers
- Public accommodations (businesses, restaurants, etc.)
- State government agencies
- Advocacy groups for people with disabilities
Notable changes
- The bill focuses specifically on discrimination related to service animals, not all types of disability discrimination.
- It mandates a study rather than enacting immediate changes.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsor
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.2714 194th (Current)
An Act studying discrimination in public accommodation for individuals with service animals
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2714) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation to study discrimination in public accommodation for individuals with service animals. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.2714
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/23/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/30/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 10/30/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 11/10/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 11/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/24/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 1/12/2026 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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