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Dylan A. Fernandes
Plymouth and Barnstable District · Democrat
Towns: Bourne, Falmouth, Kingston, Mashpee, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Sandwich (some only in part)
- 2025–2026 State Senator, Plymouth and Barnstable · Democrat
- 2023–2024 State Representative, Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket · Democrat
- 2021–2022 State Representative, Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket · Democrat
- 2019–2020 State Representative, Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket · Democrat
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Find my ballot →Record at a glance · 2025–2026 · Senate
Session by session
| Session | Roll calls voted on | No votes | In the minority (split votes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026 Senate | 236 of 237 | 60 | 2 of 102 |
| 2023–2024 House | 194 of 201 | 17 | 3 of 99 |
| 2021–2022 House | 235 of 235 | 40 | 1 of 116 |
| 2019–2020 House | 430 of 430 | 85 | 7 of 302 |
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official House and Senate roll calls. Quorum calls are not counted, nor joint sessions and the vote electing the Senate President.
- “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.
- “Whole Senate” combines every member’s record for the same session. Percentages are shown only with at least 10 votes to count.
- Most bills pass or die without a roll call, so these numbers cover only part of a legislator’s work.
- Party is shown as the Legislature lists it, next to the district. MassVoter never compares, groups or ranks legislators by party.
These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates legislators.
Committees and leadership · 2025–2026
- Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries Chair
- Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy
- Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
- Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
- Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
- Joint Committee on Transportation
- Senate Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
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 farSenateMissed 1 of 237 roll callsRank 32 of 40 senators99%votedRoll calls this member did not vote on, while serving in the Senate. Ties share a rank. The record does not say why a member did not vote. See every senator →
Campaign money
Where the 2025–26 contributions came from
Gifts from individuals
Year by year
| Year | Raised | Spent | Cash at the end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $129,452 | $40,818 | $220,348 so far |
| 2025 | $156,235 | $42,781 | $131,022 |
| 2024 | $322,494 | $428,064 | $16,978 |
| 2023 | $96,591 | $24,457 | $122,138 |
| 2022 | $15,734 | $15,807 | $48,952 |
| 2021 | $15,814 | $5,883 | $48,069 |
| 2020 | $4,762 | $4,195 | $38,138 |
As reported to OCPF. See the full reports at OCPF
How to read this
- Candidates report to OCPF, the state’s campaign finance office. Most file with a bank that reports to OCPF, so totals are updated often.
- “Raised” is all money the campaign took in, including loans from the candidate. “Cash on hand” is what was left on the latest report.
- Shares count contributions only, from the line-by-line reports up to the latest bank report date, so they are shown as percentages. “PACs and other political committees” includes party committees. “Small gifts not listed one by one” are gifts of $50 or less that the law lets campaigns report as one total.
- Outside spending is money spent by groups that are not part of the campaign, such as independent expenditure PACs. The candidate does not control it.
- Federal candidates (U.S. Senate and U.S. House) report to the Federal Election Commission, not OCPF, and are not shown here.
- MassVoter updates these numbers every night from OCPF. Last update: October 12, 2026.
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In the news
- Local primary races uncontestedPlymouth Independent · Aug 31, 2026
- Senator invokes Noah Kahan in push for ticket pricing overhaulWWLP 22News · Jun 17, 2026
- Plan could help fund busing costsPlymouth Independent · Jun 3, 2026
- Cape Senators Secure $40 Million In Funding For Cape & Islands Higher EducationCapeCod.com · Mar 3, 2026
- Senator eyes larger vehicles for food policy prioritiesWWLP 22News · Jan 9, 2026
- Fernandes seeks to halt venting of radioactive vapor at PilgrimPlymouth Independent · Nov 18, 2025
- State lawmakers back Cape Cod real estate feeCapeCod.com · Sep 19, 2025
- Sen. Fernandes testifies in support of restoring commuter rail to Buzzards BayCapeCod.com · Sep 18, 2025
- Assembly of Delegates discusses regional transfer feeCapeCod.com · Sep 17, 2025
- With the Legislature on recess, we checked in with Plymouth’s Beacon Hill representativesPlymouth Independent · Aug 23, 2025
- Heritage Museum opens new net-zero welcome centerCapeCod.com · Jun 23, 2025
- Steamship term limits, train service on Cape, and more with State Sen. Dylan FernandesCapeCod.com · May 22, 2025
- Public Forum Answering Canal Bridge Project QuestionsCapeCod.com · Apr 7, 2025
- LISTEN: 4 Day Work Weeks, Pocasset Successes and Seasonal Communities with State Sen. Dylan FernandesCapeCod.com · Mar 14, 2025
Stories that name Dylan A. Fernandes in the headline or opening, newest first, from 25 free news outlets (see the list). Headlines appear as each outlet published them; MassVoter does not write, choose or rate them. Only stories that are free to read are listed.
Disclosure: MassVoter’s founder, Michael Silvia, is the publisher of Fall River Reporter and New Bedford Guide.
Most divided votes
For each session, the 10 roll calls where the losing side was largest, with how Dylan A. Fernandes voted. Most roll calls in the Massachusetts Legislature pass by wide margins, so these are where members split the most.
2025–2026
To save people money, repair the climate and grow the economyAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes19–20 · Amendment rejectedTo save people money, repair the climate and grow the economyAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No9–30 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2027Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No9–30 · Amendment rejectedPromoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatmentAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No10–29 · Amendment rejectedModernizing the commonwealth’s cannabis lawsAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No11–26 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No9–30 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No12–28 · Amendment rejectedFiscal Year 2025 Supplemental AppropriationsAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No10–28 · Amendment rejectedFiscal Year 2025 Supplemental AppropriationsAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No12–26 · Amendment rejectedProposed Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative SessionAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No9–29 · 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: Yes30–127 · Amendment rejectedRelative to the Affordable Homes ActAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes32–126 · 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: No93–64 · 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: Yes121–39 · 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 497
Water, sewer and environment 81
Health and human services 77
Roads, traffic and transit 67
Police, fire and public safety 65
Schools and education 54
Parks, recreation and libraries 31
Housing and zoning 24
Energy and utilities 21
Appointments and hiring 18
Elections and how government runs 16
Veterans 11
Licenses and permits 11
Bills they filed · 2025–2026
Dylan A. Fernandes filed 69 bills as lead sponsor this session, including 2 filed “by request”. 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. Bills marked “by request” were filed for a constituent, as the state constitution’s right of petition allows, and may not reflect the legislator’s own view.
Water, sewer and environment 9
Health and human services 7
Appointments and hiring 5
Energy and utilities 5
Roads, traffic and transit 5
Schools and education 5
Police, fire and public safety 2
Taxes and budgets 2
Licenses and permits 2
Housing and zoning 2
Veterans 1
Other subjects 34
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 11, 2026).
Bills they signed on to · 2025–2026
Dylan A. Fernandes signed on as a co-sponsor of 731 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 84
Schools and education 56
Water, sewer and environment 42
Housing and zoning 34
Appointments and hiring 34
Police, fire and public safety 31
Taxes and budgets 30
Roads, traffic and transit 30
Energy and utilities 16
Veterans 15
Elections and how government runs 14
Licenses and permits 12
Parks, recreation and libraries 3
Other subjects 388
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 10, 2026). Bills they filed themselves are not listed here.
How Dylan A. Fernandes voted
1 recorded vote as State Representative on bills they sponsored
Relative to the authority of the Martha's Vineyard Commission and the town of Oak Bluffs to exchange parcels of landFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorSponsor Voted: Yes153–0 · 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