Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H4761

Introduced
11/17/25  
Refer
11/17/25  
Enrolled
11/19/25  
Chaptered
11/25/25  

Caption

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Impact

The implications of HB 4761 may substantially influence state laws and public funding mechanisms. As an emergency law, the bill underscores the immediate necessity for financial adjustments to support essential services. Specifically, it allocates funding to state-sponsored healthcare initiatives, ensuring that critical services continue without disruption. This ensures that state agencies remain equipped to meet the demands of public health and safety, particularly in a post-pandemic environment.

Summary

House Bill 4761 is a significant piece of legislation aimed at making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025. The bill addresses the allocation of substantial funding, totaling $2,438,885,469, primarily to supplement existing appropriations and facilitate various activities and projects across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This includes earmarking specific funds for the judiciary and public health services, highlighting the bill's focus on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery.

Contention

Discussions surrounding HB 4761 raised various points of contention, particularly from fiscal conservatives who argue about the sustainability of such large appropriations. Critics express concerns regarding potential fiscal irresponsibility associated with the emergency designation of the bill, fearing that similar measures may set a precedent for bypassing standard legislative processes. Nevertheless, proponents contend that the urgency justifies the action, citing ongoing public service needs that require immediate fiscal attention.

Companion Bills

MA H4615

Replaced by Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Previously Filed As

MA S2521

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4100

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

MA H55

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4005

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA S2529

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

MA H4530

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA S2575

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H51

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4251

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H57

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.