H1842

Providing a stipend for first justices and regional administrative justices

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a $2,500 annual stipend for first justices and regional administrative justices in Massachusetts.

The bill amends the General Laws to provide an additional $2,500 annual stipend for first justices and regional administrative justices in Massachusetts. These stipends are in addition to their existing salaries and are not considered judicial office compensation under the state constitution. The stipends aim to support these judicial roles, which are not classified as judicial offices.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time