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Ann-Margaret Ferrante
5th Essex District · Democrat
Towns: Essex, Gloucester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Rockport (some only in part)
- 2025–2026 State Representative, 5th Essex · Democrat
- 2023–2024 State Representative, 5th Essex · Democrat
- 2021–2022 State Representative, 5th Essex · Democrat
- 2019–2020 State Representative, 5th Essex · Democrat
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Find my ballot →Record at a glance · 2025–2026 · House
101 of 115roll calls voted on (88%) · whole House 98%
26no votes (26% of votes cast) · whole House 26%
0 of 77split votes where Ferrante was in the minority (0%) · whole House 11%
0times voted “present”
Session by session
| Session | Roll calls voted on | No votes | In the minority (split votes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026 | 101 of 115 | 26 | 0 of 77 |
| 2023–2024 | 201 of 201 | 22 | 0 of 106 |
| 2021–2022 | 233 of 235 | 40 | 1 of 114 |
| 2019–2020 | 427 of 430 | 93 | 1 of 301 |
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official House and Senate roll calls. Quorum calls are not counted.
- “Roll calls voted on” matches the Missed votes figures below; voting “present” counts as voting.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no (ties not counted). “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes.
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- Most bills pass or die without a roll call, so these numbers cover only part of a legislator’s work.
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Committees and leadership · 2025–2026
Most bills are shaped in committee before any floor vote; committee chairs decide which bills move. Source: malegislature.gov (committee lists as of Oct 10, 2026).
Missed votes
2025–2026so farMissed 14 of 115 roll calls (served part of the session)Rank 158 of 162 representatives87%voted2023–2024Missed 0 of 201 roll callsRank 1 of 164 representatives · Every roll call100%voted2021–2022Missed 2 of 235 roll callsRank 149 of 161 representatives99%voted2019–2020Missed 3 of 430 roll callsRank 104 of 162 representatives99%votedRoll calls this member did not vote on, while serving in the House. Ties share a rank. The record does not say why a member did not vote. See every representative →
Campaign money
$15,969raised in 2025–26
$44,667spent in 2025–26
$10,834cash on hand through Sep 30, 2026
Where the 2025–26 contributions came from
Gifts from individuals
Year by year
| Year | Raised | Spent | Cash at the end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0 | $13,013 | $10,834 so far |
| 2025 | $15,969 | $31,653 | $23,847 |
| 2024 | $68,526 | $86,504 | $39,349 |
| 2023 | $50,783 | $66,230 | $56,208 |
| 2022 | $82,863 | $68,038 | $71,656 |
| 2021 | $32,709 | $12,142 | $56,830 |
| 2020 | $31,522 | $35,691 | $35,764 |
As reported to OCPF. See the full reports at OCPF
How to read this
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In the news
- Democrats from Gloucester, Rockport plan to seek open House seatCommonWealth Beacon · Dec 8, 2025
- State Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante dies at 53 after long battle with cancer7News WHDH · Nov 27, 2025
- Longtime state Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante dies, 5 years after cancer diagnosisNBC Boston · Nov 27, 2025
- Flags lowered to honor late State Rep. Ann-Margaret FerranteWWLP 22News · Nov 27, 2025
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Most divided votes
For each session, the 10 roll calls where the losing side was largest, with how Ann-Margaret Ferrante voted. Most roll calls in the Massachusetts Legislature pass by wide margins, so these are where members split the most.
2025–2026
Strengthening health care protections in the CommonwealthAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes130–29 · Amendment adoptedStrengthening health care protections in the CommonwealthAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–129 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–126 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No28–128 · Amendment rejectedEarlier sessions (30)
Modernizing firearm lawsAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes124–33 · PassedRelative to the Affordable Homes ActAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–127 · Amendment rejectedRelative to the Affordable Homes ActAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No32–126 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2025Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–127 · Amendment rejectedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Final approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes123–35 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Accept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes120–36 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2025Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–128 · Amendment rejectedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Approve the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes121–33 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–125 · Amendment rejectedModernizing firearm lawsApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes120–38 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityOverride the Governor's vetoVoted: Yes119–36 · Veto overridden (needs two-thirds)Relative to work and family mobilityFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes117–36 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes118–36 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes120–36 · PassedFostering voter opportunities, trust, equity and securityOn adoption of a further amendmentVoted: Yes93–64 · Amendment adoptedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No39–119 · Amendment rejectedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No41–117 · Amendment rejectedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No38–121 · Amendment rejectedProposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in…of 2021 on again agreeing to the amendmentVoted: No121–39 · Amendment adoptedProposed Joint Rules governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessionAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No38–121 · Amendment rejectedRelative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the CommonwealthFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes91–67 · PassedRelative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the CommonwealthAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes92–67 · PassedPutting Patients FirstAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No62–94 · Amendment rejectedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes93–66 · PassedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorOn further amendment to Consol "C"Voted: No72–87 · Amendment rejectedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No55–104 · Amendment rejectedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No53–106 · Amendment rejectedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No68–90 · Amendment rejectedTo reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of colorAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes83–76 · Amendment adoptedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of House Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No55–103 · Amendment rejectedVotes by topic
Roll calls sorted by subject, from the bill title and the question voted on. A vote can fall under more than one topic; budget amendments mostly fall under Taxes and budgets. Tap a topic to see each vote.
Taxes and budgets 463
Health and human services 78
Water, sewer and environment 67
Police, fire and public safety 62
Roads, traffic and transit 61
Schools and education 59
Parks, recreation and libraries 30
Housing and zoning 22
Energy and utilities 19
Appointments and hiring 18
Elections and how government runs 13
Veterans 9
Licenses and permits 7
Bills they filed · 2025–2026
Ann-Margaret Ferrante filed 14 bills as lead sponsor this session. Sorted by subject from each bill’s title; a bill can fall under more than one.
Filing a bill puts an idea before the Legislature. Most bills are not voted on as filed: committees often combine several bills into one new bill, so a law can include a legislator’s idea without carrying their bill number. MassVoter lists what was filed, not what passed.
Parks, recreation and libraries 2
Taxes and budgets 2
Roads, traffic and transit 1
Appointments and hiring 1
Housing and zoning 1
Water, sewer and environment 1
Other subjects 7
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 11, 2026).
Bills they signed on to · 2025–2026
Ann-Margaret Ferrante signed on as a co-sponsor of 582 bills filed by other legislators this session. Co-sponsoring means adding your name in support when a bill is filed; it is not a vote. Sorted by subject from each bill’s title; a bill can fall under more than one.
Health and human services 67
Schools and education 43
Water, sewer and environment 33
Housing and zoning 27
Police, fire and public safety 27
Taxes and budgets 24
Appointments and hiring 22
Roads, traffic and transit 21
Veterans 15
Energy and utilities 13
Elections and how government runs 11
Licenses and permits 7
Parks, recreation and libraries 3
Other subjects 310
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 10, 2026). Bills they filed themselves are not listed here.
How Ann-Margaret Ferrante voted
1,083 recorded votes
Relative to animal welfare and reporting of animal cruelty, abuse or neglectApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes159–0 · PassedRelative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparencyApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes158–0 · PassedPromoting access and affordability of prescription drugsConsolidated AmendmentsVoted: Yes158–0 · Amendment adoptedTo provide for the future information technology needs of MassachusettsFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes156–2 · PassedTo provide for the future information technology needs of MassachusettsAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes155–2 · PassedRelative to salary range transparencyAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes153–5 · PassedAuthorizing the town of Milton to use certain land acquired for conservation purposes for school purposesFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2025Accept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes154–3 · PassedModernizing firearm lawsAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes124–33 · PassedUpgrading the grid and protecting ratepayersApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes131–25 · PassedProviding protections for reproductive or gender-affirming care location informationApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes159–0 · PassedRelative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadershipApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes155–2 · PassedRelative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadershipConsolidated "C"Voted: Yes157–0 · PassedRelative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadershipConsolidated "B"Voted: Yes154–3 · PassedRelative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadershipConsolidated "A"Voted: Yes132–24 · PassedRelative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadershipAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes154–2 · Amendment adoptedRelative to municipal tax lien procedures and protections for property owners in the CommonwealthApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes154–0 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Approve the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes153–1 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Consolidated "A"Voted: Yes154–0 · PassedPromoting access to midwifery care and out-of-hospital birth optionsApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes153–0 · PassedRelative to treatments and coverage for substance use disorder and recovery coach licensureApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes153–0 · PassedRelative to treatments and coverage for substance use disorder and recovery coach licensureAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes153–0 · Amendment adoptedTo prevent abuse and exploitationFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes152–0 · PassedTo ensure legal parentage equalityApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes156–0 · PassedTo prevent abuse and exploitationAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedSource: official profile on malegislature.gov. Only roll call votes are listed; bills passed on a voice vote have no individual record. MassVoter never grades or scores legislators. How to read this