H 610
An Act relative to foundation budget review commission permanence
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to permanently establish the Foundation Budget Review Commission in Massachusetts. The commission currently reviews the budgets of private foundations to ensure they are aligned with the state’s priorities. The goal is to provide ongoing oversight and accountability for these foundations’ spending. This legislation aims to solidify the commission’s role and ensure its continued operation.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Foundation Budget Review Commission as a permanent body.
- Requires the commission to review the budgets of private foundations annually.
- Directs the commission to assess the alignment of foundation budgets with state priorities.
- Authorizes the commission to make recommendations for budget adjustments.
- Specifies the composition and responsibilities of the commission members.
- Defines the reporting requirements for foundations.
- Ensures the commission’s continued operation beyond the current legislative cycle.
- Requires the commission to submit an annual report to the Legislature.
Who is affected
- Private foundations in Massachusetts
- The Foundation Budget Review Commission
- The Massachusetts Legislature
- State government
- Donors to private foundations
Notable changes
- Ensures the long-term stability and operation of the Foundation Budget Review Commission.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
John J. Marsi
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
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Bill H.610 194th (Current)
An Act relative to foundation budget review commission permanence
By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 610) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for legislation to permanently establish the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Education.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.610
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
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