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SD 3251

Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission 2025 Annual Report

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Codifies annual reporting by the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission to assess and recommend policies to strengthen Massachusetts–Ireland trade, investment, and economic ties.

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Bill Summary · SD 3251

Summary: Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission 2025 Annual Report (SD 3251)

Overview

  • Bill Number: SD 3251
  • Title: Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission 2025 Annual Report
  • Status: Placed on file
  • Introduced: October 2, 2025
  • Classification: Proposed bill
  • Governing framework: Builds on Section 42 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024 (Authorizing Statute) establishing the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission (the Commission) within the Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (MOITI). Section 13V of Chapter 23A, as inserted, authorizes the Commission to study and make recommendations on bilateral trade, policy issues, exchanges, infrastructure investments, and related economic opportunities.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose is to codify and formalize the annual reporting obligations of the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission.
  • The bill reinforces the Commission’s mission to evaluate economic interests and strengthen the Massachusetts–Ireland relationship by researching, analyzing, and recommending policies related to trade, investment, education, and economic development between Massachusetts and the Republic of Ireland.

Key Provisions (Substantive Provisions Evident in the Text)

  • Establishment and basis:
    • The Commission operates within MOITI as created under the Authorizing Statute (Section 42, Chapter 140 of 2024) and is guided by Section 13V of Chapter 23A.
  • Annual reporting requirement:
    • The Commission must annually submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations for any legislation, directed to the Governor, the Clerks of the House and Senate, and the Chairs of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
  • Scope of work:
    • The Commission studies bilateral trade and investments, policy issues, academic/business exchanges, mutual economic support, infrastructure investments, and opportunities for aid to communities in both Massachusetts and Ireland; it may address other related issues as it deems necessary.
  • Composition:
    • The Commission comprises 15 members, including legislators, gubernatorial appointees, and representation from MOITI (Appendix A.2 outlines full membership).
  • Content of the 2025 Annual Report (as reflected in the version content):
    • Highlights trade relationship data (Ireland as a major partner; 2024 trade volumes; export/import categories and values).
    • Summaries of key activities and engagements (inaugural meeting, diplomatic engagements, and international business development activities with Irish firms and institutions).
    • Appendices detailing the Massachusetts–Ireland trade relationship and Commission appointees.

Affected Parties

  • Massachusetts government agencies (MOITI and the Executive Office of Economic Development).
  • State legislators and the Governor (receiving the annual report and potential legislative recommendations).
  • Irish partners and institutions (consular, diplomatic, academic, and industry partners) through ongoing Massachusetts–Ireland initiatives.
  • Massachusetts-based businesses and academia engaged in or considering Ireland-related trade, investment, or collaboration.

Timeline and Procedural Aspects

  • Introduction date: October 2, 2025.
  • Status action: Placed on file on October 2, 2025.
  • Timing for reporting: Annual report cycle mandated by the Authorizing Statute and reaffirmed by this bill; the 2025 annual report is contextually referenced with ongoing activities (inaugural meeting in June 2025, diplomatic/membership activities in 2025).

Notable Context from the Record

  • 2024 trade data show Ireland as Massachusetts’ 6th-largest trading partner, with over $3.3 billion in goods traded; exports from MA to Ireland dominated by pharmaceuticals, medical/surgical equipment, and industrial machinery; imports from Ireland to MA dominated by medical/surgical equipment, industrial machinery, and related provisions.
  • Early 2025 activities include diplomatic engagements and international business development with Irish tech companies and research institutes (Protex.AI, EclimAI, Tyndall National Institute).

This summary captures the bill’s intent to formalize annual reporting by the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission and outlines the Commission’s strategic focus on enhancing economic ties with Ireland.

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

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