S 1733
An Act building a more accessible Massachusetts
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill seeks to strengthen the work of the Architectural Access Board in Massachusetts, aiming to improve accessibility standards for buildings and public spaces. It focuses on ensuring that new construction and renovations comply with accessibility guidelines, and it seeks to clarify the board's authority and responsibilities. The bill also includes a study order to examine related issues.
Key provisions
- Directs the Architectural Access Board to enhance its enforcement of accessibility standards.
- Clarifies the board’s authority regarding building code compliance.
- Includes a study order to examine related issues and potential improvements to accessibility regulations.
Who is affected
- Building contractors and developers
- Property owners and managers
- Individuals with disabilities
- The Architectural Access Board
Notable changes
- Establishes a study order to examine related issues and potential improvements to accessibility regulations.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yoursRead the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.
Bill S.1733 194th (Current)
An Act building a more accessible Massachusetts
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1733) of Michael O. Moore, John J. Marsi, Paul K. Frost and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
View Text Print Preview Download PDF
Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore
Tabs
Bill History Petitioners Committee Summary Primary Sponsor Summary
Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1733
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2798 |
Similar Bills
S.1629 192nd (2021 - 2022)
An Act building a more accessible Massachusetts
S.1553 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act building a more accessible Massachusetts
H.2498 190th (2017 - 2018)
An Act relative to the Architectural Access Board
S.1323 189th (2015 - 2016)
An Act relative to the Architectural Access Board
S.1379 190th (2017 - 2018)
An Act relative to the Architectural Access Board
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The General Court provides this information as a public service and while we endeavor to keep the data accurate and current to the best of our ability, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.