H 3302
An Act to establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a Massachusetts Children’s Cabinet, a group of young people who will advise the Governor and state agencies on issues affecting children and families. The Cabinet would provide a direct voice for children’s perspectives on policy decisions and programs. It aims to ensure that children’s needs and experiences are considered in state government operations.
Key provisions
- Establish a Massachusetts Children’s Cabinet.
- The Cabinet will consist of youth representatives.
- The Cabinet will advise the Governor and state agencies.
- The Cabinet will focus on issues impacting children and families.
- The Cabinet will provide recommendations to the state government.
- The Governor will appoint the Cabinet members.
- The Cabinet will meet regularly to discuss relevant issues.
- The Cabinet will report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the legislature.
Who is affected
- Children and youth in Massachusetts
- Families in Massachusetts
- State government agencies
- The Governor of Massachusetts
- Legislature of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal mechanism for children’s input into state policy.
- Creates a dedicated advisory body focused on children’s issues.
- Provides a platform for youth voices to be heard in government.
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Primary sponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Cosponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
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Bill H.3302 194th (Current)
An Act to establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3302) of Antonio F. D. Cabral for legislation to establish a Massachusetts children’s cabinet. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Antonio F. D. Cabral Status: Referred to House Committee on Rules
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3302
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 10/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 1/5/2026 | House | Discharged to the committee on House Rules |
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