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H 4528

Order relative to extending until Wednesday, November 12, 2025 the time within which the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity is authorized to report on current House documents

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tricia Farley-Bouvier

Massachusetts House extends committee deadline for technology and cybersecurity bills to November 12, 2025, delaying legislative action on pending IT-related proposals.

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Bill Summary · H 4528

Legislative bill overview

This is a procedural order extending the deadline for the House Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity to report on pending legislation from an earlier deadline to Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The bill does not create new policy but rather adjusts the timeline for committee review and recommendations on existing House documents.

Why is this important

Committee reporting deadlines are essential procedural mechanisms that prevent bills from stalling indefinitely in committees. This extension affects the pace at which technology and cybersecurity-related legislation can advance through the Massachusetts House, potentially delaying constituent impact on issues like data privacy, broadband access, or cybersecurity standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Delay concerns: Extensions can signal committee backlog or complexity, potentially frustrating advocates waiting for action on specific bills
  • Transparency of reasoning: The order does not specify which documents require more time or why the extension is necessary
  • Precedent: Frequent deadline extensions may indicate systemic issues with committee capacity or workload management

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

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