Massachusetts 192nd Legislature (2021-2022) Status: In Committee

HD 5481 — An Act establishing Diwali as a state holiday

Last action — Referred to the committee on House Rules

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

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced November 07, 2022. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Prognosis

Stalled 14% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

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Summary

By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shawn Dooley for legislation to designate Diwali as a legal holiday in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Referred to the committee on House Rules

Sponsors

  • Shawn Dooley · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Shawn Dooley

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HD 5481 do?
By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shawn Dooley for legislation to designate Diwali as a legal holiday in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Who sponsors HD 5481?
HD 5481 is sponsored by Shawn Dooley.
What is the current status of HD 5481?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced November 07, 2022. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HD 5481?
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