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SD 3660

Order considering Senate Bill, No. 2671 during the Senate Session of February 12, 2026

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Rodrigues

Massachusetts Senate suspended rules to expedite consideration of SB 2671 on February 12, 2026, bypassing normal procedural requirements.

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Bill Summary · SD 3660

Legislative bill overview

SD 3660 is a procedural order from the Massachusetts Senate that suspends normal rules to consider Senate Bill No. 2671 during the February 12, 2026 session. This type of order allows the Senate to fast-track consideration of a bill by bypassing standard procedural delays or requirements that would normally apply.

Why is this important

Rule suspensions are significant because they allow the legislature to expedite action on bills deemed urgent or time-sensitive, but they can also reduce the deliberative process and public comment opportunities. The actual impact depends entirely on what SB 2671 contains, which is not specified in this order document.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on urgency: The order doesn't explain why rules suspension was necessary, making it unclear whether expedited consideration was genuinely justified or politically motivated
  • Reduced deliberation time: Suspending rules typically compresses the timeline for debate, amendment, and stakeholder input on the underlying bill
  • Unknown consequences: Without knowing SB 2671's contents, citizens cannot assess whether fast-tracking this particular measure serves the public interest or special interests

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

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