H5335

Establishing the official crustacean of the Commonwealth

Introduced·2/19/26
Introduced Text

Designates the American lobster as the official crustacean of Massachusetts.

This bill amends Chapter 2 of the General Laws by adding a new section that designates the American lobster as the official crustacean of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The bill was introduced by Representatives Joan Meschino and Patrick M. O'Connor and co-sponsored by several other legislators. The designation aims to recognize the cultural and economic significance of the American lobster in the state.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 20

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Hearing

May 20

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Hearing

History

Jul 20

House

Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting

Jul 20

House

Rules suspended

Jul 20

House

Read second and ordered to a third reading