S 1141
An Act encouraging the donation of food to persons in need
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1141, aimed to encourage the donation of food to individuals and families in need within Massachusetts. It sought to facilitate and incentivize food donations from businesses, organizations, and individuals. The bill was intended to increase the availability of food for those facing food insecurity. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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Bruce E. Tarr
Dylan A. Fernandes
James B. Eldridge
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Bill S.1141 194th (Current)
An Act encouraging the donation of food to persons in need
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1141) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to encourage the donation of food to persons in need. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Edward J. Kennedy
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1141
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886 |
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