S 2183
An Act elevating the National Guard to a cabinet level position
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to elevate the Massachusetts National Guard to a cabinet-level position within the state government. Currently, the National Guard operates under a different structure, and this legislation aims to increase its visibility and influence. The goal is to strengthen the National Guard's role in state affairs and potentially improve coordination between the Guard and other state agencies. This change would grant the National Guard a higher level of authority and responsibility.
Key provisions
- Elevates the Massachusetts National Guard to a cabinet-level position.
- Creates a new position within the state cabinet to oversee the National Guard.
- Aims to improve coordination between the National Guard and other state agencies.
- Potentially enhances the National Guard's ability to respond to state emergencies and crises.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts National Guard
- State Government
- Massachusetts Residents
- Emergency Management Agencies
- State Agencies
Notable changes
- This legislation would fundamentally alter the National Guard's reporting structure within the state.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Jonathan D. Zlotnik
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.2183 194th (Current)
An Act elevating the National Guard to a cabinet level position
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2183) of Michael O. Moore for legislation to elevate the National Guard to a cabinet level position. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2183
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/24/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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