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HD 98

A communication from the Massachusetts State House Press Association (see Joint Rule 32) listing all as accredited legislative reporters in good standing and association officers as of January 1, 2025

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Massachusetts State House Press Association submits official roster of accredited legislative reporters and officers for January 1, 2025, establishing formal media access credentials.

Scheduled for the House Journal Addenda
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Bill Summary · HD 98

Legislative bill overview

HD 98 is a communication from the Massachusetts State House Press Association formally listing all accredited legislative reporters in good standing and current association officers as of January 1, 2025. This is a procedural filing submitted under Joint Rule 32, which governs how such communications are processed in the Massachusetts legislature.

Why is this important

This document establishes the official roster of credentialed journalists with recognized access to the State House and legislative proceedings. Accreditation determines who can access restricted areas, attend closed-door sessions where permitted, and receive official legislative communications—factors that shape media coverage of state government.

Potential points of contention

  • Access and exclusion criteria: Questions about what standards determine accreditation and whether they may inadvertently exclude certain media outlets or independent journalists
  • Transparency of selection process: Concerns about whether the accreditation process is sufficiently transparent and subject to public oversight
  • Changing media landscape: Debate over how traditional accreditation systems should adapt to non-traditional news sources, digital outlets, and freelance journalists

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

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