Massachusetts H5707: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Monica C. Murphy, an employee of the department of children and families

What the bill says

From the introduced text, October 13, 2026:

Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, the department of children and families shall establish a sick leave bank for Monica C. Murphy, an employee of the department. Any employee of the department may voluntarily contribute 1 or more sick, personal or vacation days to the sick leave bank for use by Monica C. Murphy. If Monica C. Murphy terminates employment with the department or requests to dissolve the sick leave bank, any remaining time in the sick leave bank shall be transferred to the extended illness leave bank. Sick leave bank days shall not be used for absences unrelated to the illness or disability that necessitated the establishment of the sick leave bank as determined by the department.

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Sponsors

• Amy Sangiolo (D) · primary sponsor
• Cynthia Creem (D)

Latest actions

1. October 22, 2026: Senate concurred
2. October 19, 2026: Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Service
3. October 13, 2026: Referred to the committee on House Rules

Common questions

What is H5707?

H5707 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Monica C. Murphy, an employee of the department of children and families.

What is the status of H5707?

In committee as of October 22, 2026. Latest action: Senate concurred (October 22, 2026).

Who sponsored H5707?

Amy Sangiolo (D), with 1 co-sponsor.

Where is the official record for H5707?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5707