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HD 4465

A communication from the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (see Section 81 of Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2021) submitting the fourth quarterly report for calendar year 2024 relative to ensuring the coronavirus state fiscal recovery fund monies received under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, 42 U.S.C. 802, comply with applicable federal law, including statutes, regulations, and sub-regulatory guidance

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Massachusetts submits quarterly compliance report on pandemic relief fund spending to verify adherence to federal American Rescue Plan Act requirements and regulations.

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Bill Summary · HD 4465

Legislative bill overview

HD 4465 is a quarterly reporting requirement from Massachusetts' Executive Office for Administration and Finance documenting compliance of coronavirus relief funds received under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with federal law. This is the fourth quarterly report for 2024, submitted as mandated by state law enacted in 2021.

Why is this important

ARPA distributed approximately $1.9 trillion in federal pandemic relief funds to states, requiring strict accounting and compliance with federal statutes, regulations, and guidance. Regular reporting ensures public transparency about how Massachusetts used billions in federal recovery funds and demonstrates the state's adherence to federal requirements to avoid clawback of funds or legal liability.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public access: Quarterly compliance reports are often technical documents filed with the legislature; the general public may have difficulty accessing or understanding detailed federal compliance data
  • Retroactive accountability: As a fourth-quarter 2024 report submitted in March 2025, any compliance issues identified cannot be corrected for past spending, limiting the usefulness of the review
  • Scope of oversight: The report documents compliance with federal law but may not address whether ARPA funds were spent effectively or equitably across the state

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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