THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 12, 2026 Page 17 BHRC | FROM PAGE 16 June 8 to July 31, if they get local approval from their city or town. The measure would also allow municipalities to establish designated public consumption districts for expanded alcohol purchase and consumption. Rep. Carole Fiola (D-Fall River), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on the bill and its passage. “With the World Cup and 250th anniversary celebrations slated to take place in Massachusetts this summer, this pilot program won’t just allow us to better understand the one hour last call extension, it will also ensure that businesses are able to take advantage of the influx of visitors – creating a better experience for everyone,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “Extending serving hours through this legislation will help enhance the exciting summer activities that will be occurring all across the commonwealth,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “By making these changes, it will create a fun atmosphere for residents and tourists alike and will enhance the economy for all our residents.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes DATA PRIVACY (H 5479) House 146-0, approved a proposal that would guard personal privacy and provide data protection for Massachusetts residents. The Senate has already approved a different version of the measure and the House version now goes to the Senate for consideration. The House proposal gives all Bay State residents the right to access their personal information; the right to correct inaccurate information; the right to opt out of certain processes such as targeted advertising; the right to transport personal data; and the right to delete certain information. A key provision would prohibit sensitive data from being sold or shared without a user’s consent. Sensitive data includes information such as biometric or genetic information, precise geolocation data, health and wellness information, reproductive and sexual health data, data of a minor under 18, government-issued identifiers, and data that reveals an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, national origin or citizenship or immigration status, religious beliefs, sex life, sexual orientation, status as transgender or non-binary, union membership, status as a military service member or veteran and status as a victim of a crime. Other provisions include requiring that personal data collection must be proportionate to providing requested services, and data must be protected and deleted when no longer necessary or required by law; special protections for individuals under 18, including a prohibition on targeted advertising to minors; and giving the Office of the Attorney General broad regulatory authority to enforce these new laws. “The Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act centers the consumer and is a must for the 21st century,” said Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D-Pittsfield), House chair of the Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity. “Through the technology that we have come to rely on daily, companies collect and legally sell our data, including sensitive data, without our knowledge or consent. The [bill] is a critical step to hold companies accountable, protect minors and establish strong consumer protections. It is the result of public hearings and thoughtful deliberation with privacy experts, advocates and industry representatives.” “This bill is first and foremost a consumer protection bill,” said Majority Leader Rep. Mike Moran (D-Brighton). “This bill is an important step forward to ensure data privacy and gives consumers control of how their personal information is collected and used by companies and the right to access, correct and delete their data.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes TEACHERS’ RETIREMENT BENEFITS (S 3109) Senate 39-0, approved legislation that would allow longtime public school teachers the opportunity, until mid-2027, to join “Retirement Plus” and buy into an enhanced savings program if they missed out when the program was first established in 2001. “For too long, teachers who missed the original Retirement Plus enrollment period because of confusing procedures, inadequate notice, administrative errors or time spent on maternity or medical leave have been denied benefits they believed they were working toward,” said Sen. Liz Miranda (D-Boston), the sponsor of an earlier version ofthe legislation. “In many cases, these educators have had to delay retirement, faced with the impossible decision between working well into old age and retiring without the security of knowing if there’s enough in the bank. This legislation creates a fair, one-time opportunity for these educators to enroll in Retirement Plus.” "I was proud to be lead co-sponsor of this legislation and I am thrilled to see us get one step closer to fixing this issue for thousands of teachers in my district and across the commonwealth," said Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett). "Due to administrative confusion when the Retirement Plus program launched, many teachers lost out on their opportunity to join this essential program. Thanks to this legislative fix we passed through the Senate, up to 8,500 eligible teachers will have a one-time window until June 30, 2027, to buy into the program and secure the enhanced retirement benefits they deserve and should have received decades ago." “My staff and I have family and friends that are educators, and I know how rewarding and challenging of a profession it is,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “The wraparound services that educators provide now for students are the most comprehensive they’ve ever been, and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the work educators do. The journey for this bill has been quite long, with many ups and downs, and I’m thrilled that the Senate was able to get this bill across the finish line this session. Massachusetts educators do some of the most important work in our society, and they deserve the right to opt-in to Retirement Plus.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 City of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE for ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Site Plan Review Committee for Accessory Dwelling Units will hold a public hearing in Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, Mayor’s Conference Room, 4th Floor, at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, on the petition of Qing Sun, on behalf of Central SD LLC, filed in Permit Application #RES-076713-2026 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.32.030.D, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed on the second floor of a proposed two-story detached garage building, to replace the existing single-story garage accessory to the existing two-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 585 Highland Ave., Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #015 036 606. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and through the City website under Permit Application # RES-076713-2026 at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Chair, Site Plan Review Committee June 05, 12, 2026 INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 City of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE for ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Site Plan Review Committee for Accessory Dwelling Units will hold a public hearing in Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, Mayor’s Conference Room, 4th Floor, at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, on the petition of John Duran, JD Consulting and Design Inc., on behalf of Margarita Restrepo, filed in Permit Application #RES-075944-2026 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.32.030.D, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed on the first floor of the existing single-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 368 Ferry Street, Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #084 404 406. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and through the City website under Permit Application # RES-075944-2026 at https://maldenma-energovweb. tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Site Plan Review Committee Chair June 05, 12, 2026
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