Tackey Chan

State Representative, Second Norfolk District (Quincy, Massachusetts)
House Chair, Joint Committee on Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure

[John F. Keenan @SenJohnFKeenan]

Yesterday we christened the new Quincy ferry “The Abigail Adams” named by students from Atherton Hough! The Marina Bay Ferry is a great way to get into the city and I encourage everyone to take a trip on the Abigail Adams!

[Speaker Ron Mariano @RonMariano]

My statement on the tragic acts of political violence that took place in Minnesota last night.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Last weekend I joined members of the Cyril P Morrisette Post 294 at the Island of Flags Ceremony. We are very lucky to have so many service members who call Quincy home. It is important that we take time this weekend to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Today @SenJohnFKeenan & I stopped by Rubato HK Cafe in #QuincyMA for lunch as part of the #ShopAAPIMonth challenge the @asiancaucusma launched to celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth.

A special thank you to the cafe's wonderful staff for hosting us! #mapoli

[Asian Caucus @asiancaucusma]

The #ShopAAPIMonth challenge is back! Join in by visiting an AAPI-owned business, sharing your experience on social media, & tagging the business, the Asian Business Empowerment Council (ABEC) & the caucus. We'll be sharing your posts all month long! #mapoli #AAPIHeritageMonth

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Please find more information on Real ID here: Massachusetts identification (ID) requirements | https://t.co/RYCtvXk8Fe

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

A reminder for all flying domestically: starting today, May 7th, you must have Real ID Verification on your driver's license to pass security clearance. If you have not yet completed this update, you will need to bring additional documentation such as a passport.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Today I Chaired the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee's first public hearing of the 2025-2026 legislative session. Learn more about the bills heard during today's hearing and watch the archived recording of the hearing here:
https://t.co/QCczyhGTED

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

H335 would ensure that whoever contracts with the broker pays the broker's fee - a simple clarification that would make a big difference for tenants. The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, where it awaits a hearing.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Thank you, @SenJohnFKeenan, for adding your voice as a landlord to the conversation regarding H335, An Act to promote equity among lessors.

https://t.co/cUGcfrivMO

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Thank you, @SenJohnFKeenan, for adding your voice as a landlord to the conversation regarding H335, An Act to promote equity among lessors.

https://t.co/cUGcfrivMO

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

If you're over 65, meet certain income requirements, and own or rent residential property in Massachusetts, you may be eligible for a refundable tax credit. Check out the Quincy delegation's conversation with DOR on @QuincyAccessTV to learn more:
https://t.co/6OZIjsG9WI

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Weekend service will begin on May 24th. The MBTA will continue to operate a combined Winthrop/Quincy Ferry route serving all destinations on weekends. Full schedules for all ferry routes are anticipated to be released next month and will be available at: https://t.co/bFz81hk1Lj

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Exciting news: the @MBTA just announced upgrades to the Winthrop/Quincy Ferry including doubling the number of weekday trips and direct Winthrop-to-Boston and Quincy-to-Boston service on weekdays. #QuincyMA

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Starting April 18th, weekday service for the Winthrop/Quincy ferry will be separated into two direct routes which will shorten trip times by 30 minutes. Both ferry routes will continue to serve Logan Airport, the Seaport, and Central Wharf/Aquarium.

[Chuck Slavin @ChuckSlavin]

Thank you MA State Representative @tackeychan for filing two important Massachusetts bills to combat A.I.

HD3986 - An Act Relative to the Contracting of Digital Replicas would require a performer’s informed consent in executing a contract for any transfer of rights of that individual’s likeness or voice. Licenses for voice and likeness rights are sometimes buried within the fine print of contracts or terms of service, and performers may inadvertently grant these rights without knowing the significance. This legislation creates an important additional layer of protection.

HD3987 - An Act Preventing an Individual’s Image and Voice from Exploitation expands on the Commonwealth’s current Right of Publicity law by including likeness and voice to the covered protections and adding post-mortem rights.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

.@MassDCR has just announced applications are open for all lifeguard and waterfront safety staff positions for summer 2025! Learn more at https://t.co/BL8hT7Jvod.
#QuincyMA #WollastonBeach

[Humane World for Animals @humaneworldorg]

Special thanks to @MassGovernor Maura Healey, Senator Mark Montigny, Chairman @tackeychan, Speaker @RonMariano, Senate President @Spilka4Congress, @RepMichlewitz and @SenRodrigues for your efforts in helping make this important legislation possible. 💙

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Learn more:

@BostonGlobe Letter to the Editor:
https://t.co/PrC16ljptD

@boston25 news story:
https://t.co/g9D3F2TJhi

MA Legislature bill language:
https://t.co/CeMTQ4wp1Y

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Today we refiled An Act to promote equity among lessors, a bill that clarifies who is responsible for paying a broker fee. Our bill clarifies it is the responsibility of the party, whether that is the landlord or the renter, who initially entered into the contract to pay the fee.

[Tackey Chan @tackeychan]

Renters are currently required to pay 4 months rent up front when moving - first, last, security deposit, and broker fee. With costs already skyrocketing, this is a huge amount of money.

I'm very excited about the renewed interest in and momentum around this important issue.