H 87
An Act creating a pilot program to explore digital innovation in government
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a pilot program in Massachusetts to investigate the potential of blockchain technology for use within government operations. The program aims to explore how this technology can be applied to improve efficiency, security, and transparency in various government processes. It will involve testing and evaluating blockchain applications in a controlled environment. The goal is to determine if blockchain is a viable tool for modernizing government services.
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- Establish a pilot program to explore blockchain technology.
- Focus on identifying potential applications within government operations.
- Conduct testing and evaluation of blockchain solutions.
- Assess the impact on efficiency, security, and transparency.
- Report findings and recommendations to the legislature.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts State Government
- Government Agencies
- Technology Innovators
- Blockchain Developers
- Taxpayers (potentially through improved efficiency)
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Bill H.87 194th (Current)
An Act creating a pilot program to explore digital innovation in government
By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 87) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Natalie M. Blais for legislation to establish and implement a pilot program to examine the use of blockchain technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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Presenter: Kate Lipper-Garabedian
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.87
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5072 |
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