November 5, 2024 Steven T. James, House Clerk Office of the Clerk of the House 24 Beacon St - Room 145 State House Boston, MA 02133 Dear Clerk James, In accordance with Section 33 of Chapter 30 of the General Laws, which requires that "[s]uch recommendations shall be filed with the clerk of the house of representatives on or before the first Wednesday in November preceding the first annual session of the general court,” I write to file with you several bills for consideration in the 194 th General Court: An Act to reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land An Act to improve oversight of state government An Act improving government accountability An Act improving the internal controls within state agencies An Act creating an electronic backpack for foster children An Act to improve transportation and environmental oversight An Act relative to nondisclosure agreements Alongside this letter are documents containing the language for each piece of legislation. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at any time. Best regards, Diana DiZoglio Auditor of the Commonwealth The Commonwealth of Massachusetts AUDITOR OF THE COMMONWEALTH STATE HOUSE, ROOM 230 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02133 DIANA DIZOGLIO AUDITOR TEL (617) 727-2075 FAX (617) 727-3014