An Act relative to fraternal organizations conducting bazaars
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses regulations surrounding bazaars conducted by fraternal organizations in Massachusetts. It appears to be examining existing rules and potentially proposing changes related to these events. The bill has been referred to several committees and is currently scheduled for a hearing.
Key provisions
- The bill concerns regulations for bazaars hosted by fraternal organizations.
- It has been reviewed by multiple committees, including the House Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
- A hearing is scheduled for November 13, 2025, to discuss the matter.
- The bill has been reported favorably by the House committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling.
- The reporting date has been extended to March 16, 2026.
Who is affected
- Fraternal organizations
- Massachusetts residents
- Event organizers
Notable changes
- The bill’s specific changes are not yet clear from the available text.
- It is related to previous legislation concerning raffles and bazaars.
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