BOSTON – House Speaker Robert DeLeo told representatives Tuesday that the chamber would soon take up a bill temporarily banning evictions and foreclosures during the coronavirus emergency, and he said talks are ongoing about whether and how the House can conduct formal sessions remotely or after its a July 31 deadline.
During a conference call with about 120 lawmakers from both parties, the speaker outlined short-term plans for action as well as medium- and long-term considerations about how the House can operate in uncertain times, lawmakers who participated told the News Service.
Rep. Jay Barrows of Mansfield said lawmakers discussed the state budget, challenges facing medical facilities in their districts, and unemployment assistance funding.
