Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced

H5004 — An Act to improve access to public records

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill aims to enhance access to public records.

The bill focuses on improving how the public can access documents and information held by government entities. It seeks to make the process more transparent and efficient.

Summary

An Act to improve access to public records

Bill Text

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Sponsorship breakdown

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Not signed on (204)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H5004 do?
An Act to improve access to public records
What is the current status of H5004?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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