https://masspirates.org/wiki/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=Srevilak 2026-05-14T08:33:33Z User contributions MediaWiki 1.41.0 https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=May_10th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9928 2026-05-11T00:20:17Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Meetings &amp; Pirate News Recordings ===<br /> <br /> The conference will be June 6-7th. Suggest we have weekly member meetings until the conference and discontinue Pirate News until after the conference.<br /> <br /> === Joe asked for our endorsement for US Pirates State Moderator ===<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6-7th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Conference page: https://uspirates.org/nationalconference/<br /> <br /> Sign up page: https://support.uspirates.org/form/register-for-2026-conference<br /> <br /> Planning etherpad: https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning<br /> <br /> We have six registrants so far, of which four requested to speak at it.<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2027 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Tomorrow, Cambridge is consider getting out of the shot spotter business<br /> <br /> Decision/Endorsements<br /> * We'll hold weekly Sunday 8pm meetings until the conference. Pirate news on hold until after the conference<br /> * Joe has asked for our endorsement for USPP state moderator. Motion passes.<br /> <br /> USPP Issues<br /> * None that we're aware of<br /> * We have two positions for USPP representatives, and are looking to fill one seat.<br /> <br /> Projects and Events<br /> * June 6-7 national party conference. https://uspirates.org/nationalconference. We need to promote the event, develop final schedule, and develop materials. Will talk with national about what materials they'd like to have.<br /> <br /> Campaigns and Voter outreach<br /> * Nothing to update at the moment</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=May_10th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9927 2026-05-11T00:02:43Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Meetings &amp; Pirate News Recordings ===<br /> <br /> The conference will be June 6-7th. Suggest we have weekly member meetings until the conference and discontinue Pirate News until after the conference.<br /> <br /> === Joe asked for our endorsement for US Pirates State Moderator ===<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6-7th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Conference page: https://uspirates.org/nationalconference/<br /> <br /> Sign up page: https://support.uspirates.org/form/register-for-2026-conference<br /> <br /> Planning etherpad: https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning<br /> <br /> We have six registrants so far, of which four requested to speak at it.<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2027 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_26th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9915 2026-04-27T00:14:43Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2027 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> The house passed its bill to impose age limits on social media. No one under 13. 13 and 14 year olds can use with parents permission. We signed on to a letter to warn the legislature of risks of age verification.<br /> <br /> FISA section 702 reauthorization didn't have enough votes to pass, but is likely to come up again.<br /> <br /> No USPP issues that we're aware of.<br /> <br /> National party conference on June 6th. Sign up sheet will be up this week.<br /> <br /> Will do pirate news next week (May 3rd).<br /> <br /> Preliminary campaign action plan written. To be finalized later in the month.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_26th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9914 2026-04-27T00:01:21Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2027 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_12th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9892 2026-04-13T00:34:45Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools ===<br /> <br /> JoeO mentioned [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools] which he urged us to support.<br /> <br /> === Actions to oppose S.2581 ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. House amended [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2581 S.2581], to add an Internet account ban for anyone younger than 14 and to require 14-15 year olds to get their parents to allow them to get an account. Some hackable age verification software will likely be required which will mean that anyone older than 16 will need to prove they are over sixteen, with all the privacy implications of that. The bill text is in [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5366 Amendment H.5366].<br /> <br /> Let's brainstorm actions we can take to oppose this bill.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * USPP pages for the national conference are up<br /> * The Mass House voted favorably on an age verification bill. Some groups are working to encourage the senate not to adopt the house bill.<br /> <br /> Decisions/Endorsements<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 H.4927]. Video of 2/10/2026 Joint Committee on education hearing: https://malegislature.gov/Events/Hearings/Detail/5543. Motion to endorse passes.<br /> * House passed a bill that would prohibit kids under 14 from having social media accounts. In this case &quot;social media&quot; is broadly defined and would include sites like wikipedia. Motion to endorse Fight for the Future's letter passes.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * US Conference theme has been announced: hoist the color and spill the tea.<br /> <br /> National Party Conference<br /> * We'll need sign-up pages for speakers and participants<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Last edition to be up soon<br /> * Recording next Sunday, April 19th, 7pm<br /> <br /> Jamie to update 2026 campaign plan for 2027.<br /> <br /> Cambridge Stop Shotspotter coalition will have a community dinner on April 25th, in prep for upcoming city council meetings. <br /> <br /> Cambridge/Somerville pirate meetup in May.<br /> <br /> June: party conference and Fifer's day (Boxboro).<br /> <br /> Group rates for Boston Duck tours: https://bostonducktours.com/group-ticket-information/</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_12th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9891 2026-04-13T00:30:43Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools ===<br /> <br /> JoeO mentioned [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools] which he urged us to support.<br /> <br /> === Actions to oppose S.2581 ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. House amended [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2581 S.2581], to add an Internet account ban for anyone younger than 14 and to require 14-15 year olds to get their parents to allow them to get an account. Some hackable age verification software will likely be required which will mean that anyone older than 16 will need to prove they are over sixteen, with all the privacy implications of that. The bill text is in [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5366 Amendment H.5366].<br /> <br /> Let's brainstorm actions we can take to oppose this bill.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * USPP pages for the national conference are up<br /> * The Mass House voted favorably on an age verification bill. Some groups are working to encourage the senate not to adopt the house bill.<br /> <br /> Decisions/Endorsements<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 H.4927]. Video of 2/10/2026 Joint Committee on education hearing: https://malegislature.gov/Events/Hearings/Detail/5543. Motion to endorse passes.<br /> * House passed a bill that would prohibit kids under 14 from having social media accounts. In this case &quot;social media&quot; is broadly defined and would include sites like wikipedia. Motion to endorse Fight for the Future's letter passes.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * US Conference theme has been announced: hoist the color and spill the tea.<br /> <br /> National Party Conference<br /> * We'll need sign-up pages for speakers and participants<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Last edition to be up soon<br /> * Recording next Sunday, April 19th, 7pm</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_12th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9890 2026-04-13T00:11:11Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools ===<br /> <br /> JoeO mentioned [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools] which he urged us to support.<br /> <br /> === Actions to oppose S.2581 ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. House amended [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2581 S.2581], to add an Internet account ban for anyone younger than 14 and to require 14-15 year olds to get their parents to allow them to get an account. Some hackable age verification software will likely be required which will mean that anyone older than 16 will need to prove they are over sixteen, with all the privacy implications of that. The bill text is in [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5366 Amendment H.5366].<br /> <br /> Let's brainstorm actions we can take to oppose this bill.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * USPP pages for the national conference are up<br /> * The Mass House voted favorably on an age verification bill. Some groups are working to encourage the senate not to adopt the house bill.<br /> <br /> Decisions/Endorsements<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 H.4927]. Video of 2/10/2026 Joint Committee on education hearing: https://malegislature.gov/Events/Hearings/Detail/5543.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=April_12th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9889 2026-04-13T00:03:48Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools ===<br /> <br /> JoeO mentioned [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927 An Act relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools] which he urged us to support.<br /> <br /> === Actions to oppose S.2581 ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. House amended [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2581 S.2581], to add an Internet account ban for anyone younger than 14 and to require 14-15 year olds to get their parents to allow them to get an account. Some hackable age verification software will likely be required which will mean that anyone older than 16 will need to prove they are over sixteen, with all the privacy implications of that. The bill text is in [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5366 Amendment H.5366].<br /> <br /> Let's brainstorm actions we can take to oppose this bill.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === June 6th National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === 2027 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_29th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9866 2026-03-30T00:17:17Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Elect new treasurer ===<br /> <br /> Elijah would prefer to continue as PR/Media Director &amp; US Pirates Rep, both positions for which he was elected.<br /> <br /> Melanie Campbell agreed to continue on as Treasurer.<br /> <br /> Item to vote on:<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee will continue as PR/Media Director<br /> * Melanie Campbell will resume as Treasurer<br /> <br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Joe brings a state house bill to our attention: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927/House/Bill/Text. Titled: An Act to relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools. Would benefit parents of children with autism. Will discuss at our next meeting.<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * National party conference page is up with an event listing. Signup forms will be available soon. Save the date of June 6th.<br /> * Had meeting in Somerville a week ago. Went well. Hoping to have another one at the end of April.<br /> * No Kings rally in the midwest turned out to be really huge. Millions came out across the country.<br /> <br /> Decisions<br /> * We'll honor Elija's request to serve as Media Director and USPP representative.<br /> * We nominate Melanie Campbell to continue serving as treasurer.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_29th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9865 2026-03-30T00:08:54Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Elect new treasurer ===<br /> <br /> Elijah would prefer to continue as PR/Media Director &amp; US Pirates Rep, both positions for which he was elected.<br /> <br /> Melanie Campbell agreed to continue on as Treasurer.<br /> <br /> Item to vote on:<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee will continue as PR/Media Director<br /> * Melanie Campbell will resume as Treasurer<br /> <br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Joe brings a state house bill to our attention: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927/House/Bill/Text. Titled: An Act to relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools. Would benefit parents of children with autism. Will discuss at our next meeting.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_29th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9864 2026-03-30T00:06:28Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Elect new treasurer ===<br /> <br /> Elijah would prefer to continue as PR/Media Director &amp; US Pirates Rep, both positions for which he was elected.<br /> <br /> Melanie Campbell agreed to continue on as Treasurer.<br /> <br /> Item to vote on:<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee will continue as PR/Media Director<br /> * Melanie Campbell will resume as Treasurer<br /> <br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Joe brings a state house bill to our attention: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927/House/Bill/Text. Titled: An Act to relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis services in schools. Would benefit parents of children with autism.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_29th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9863 2026-03-30T00:05:40Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Elect new treasurer ===<br /> <br /> Elijah would prefer to continue as PR/Media Director &amp; US Pirates Rep, both positions for which he was elected.<br /> <br /> Melanie Campbell agreed to continue on as Treasurer.<br /> <br /> Item to vote on:<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee will continue as PR/Media Director<br /> * Melanie Campbell will resume as Treasurer<br /> <br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Joe brings a state house bill to our attention: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4927/House/Bill/Text</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_29th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9862 2026-03-30T00:01:44Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Elect new treasurer ===<br /> <br /> Elijah would prefer to continue as PR/Media Director &amp; US Pirates Rep, both positions for which he was elected.<br /> <br /> Melanie Campbell agreed to continue on as Treasurer.<br /> <br /> Item to vote on:<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee will continue as PR/Media Director<br /> * Melanie Campbell will resume as Treasurer<br /> <br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_15th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9847 2026-03-16T00:31:07Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Pirate Council Election Results ===<br /> <br /> ''Chair''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 8 votes *<br /> * Elijah McGee, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''Secretary''<br /> <br /> * Steve Revilak, 10 votes<br /> <br /> ''Treasurer: James O'Keefe removed''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 8 votes<br /> * Abstain, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''PR/Media Director''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> <br /> ''Arbitrator''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> ''Representative to the US Pirate Party''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> '''Positions Elected'''<br /> <br /> * Chair: James O'Keefe<br /> * Secretary: Steve Revilak<br /> * Treasurer: Elijah McGee<br /> * Arbitrator: James O'Keefe, additional positions open<br /> * Representative to the US Pirate Party: Elijah McGee, alternate position open<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Fifer’s Day table? ===<br /> <br /> The 58th annual Fifer’s Day will be returning on Sat, June 20, 2026. Registration for booths is now open at https://fifersday.org<br /> <br /> Booth spaces are 15'X15' and adjacent booths are available if additional space is needed. Booths are supplied empty, tents are not provided for vendors. Tent tie-downs highly recommended, we have hammers for tent pegs. Set-up starts at 7:00 AM. Fair opens 12.30pm.<br /> <br /> Fifer's Day is organized by the Boxborough Minutemen Company in collaboration with the Boxborough Recreation Commission in honor of Revolutionary War fifer Luther Blanchard. The event includes a parade, road race, kids inflatables, and volleyball competition at Flerra Meadows, 400 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA.<br /> <br /> === National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Booked the Minehan Meeting Room for 2-6pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, 34-44 Charles River Ave, Boston, MA 02129. It is next to the Paul Revere Park, a seven minute walk from the USS Constition and a thirteen minute walk from the North Station MBTA stop. From South Station, it is a twelve minute train ride to North Station. The room has space for 16 attendees.<br /> <br /> We need to decide on the schedule. Suggestion:<br /> <br /> '''Saturday, June 6th'''<br /> <br /> * 10-10:30am: Gather outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 10:30-11am: Kick off speech outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 11am-noon: Visit the USS Constitution<br /> * noon-1:45pm: Lunch<br /> * 2pm-6pm: Talks<br /> <br /> '''Sunday, June 7th'''<br /> <br /> Two possible tracks that could also be mix and match:<br /> <br /> ''Freedom Trail Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch near the Aquarium<br /> * 2pm-4pm: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> <br /> ''Family Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Duckboat tour at the Aquarium<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch<br /> * 2pm+: Visit Aquarium<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Election results are in. We have a new treasurer.<br /> <br /> Camberville shot spotter coalition is planning another canvassing in April.<br /> <br /> Somerville has an upcoming pirate gathering on March 22. May be followed by a bit of camera mapping.<br /> <br /> Fifers day tabling<br /> * Saturday, June 20th<br /> * We've been invited to table, and will table<br /> <br /> National Party Conference<br /> * Weekend of June 6th<br /> * Have space booked by Boston Harbor<br /> * Should do a run-through beforehand.<br /> * https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/group-visit/<br /> * We're good with the general schedule (though it may be tweaked later)<br /> <br /> Campaign &amp; Voter outreach<br /> * Event coming up in Somerville<br /> <br /> Last week's pirate news almost ready to upload.<br /> <br /> This week, the legislature will hold Joint Committee Hearings on ballot petitions. https://malegislature.gov/Events</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_15th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9846 2026-03-16T00:18:18Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Pirate Council Election Results ===<br /> <br /> ''Chair''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 8 votes *<br /> * Elijah McGee, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''Secretary''<br /> <br /> * Steve Revilak, 10 votes<br /> <br /> ''Treasurer: James O'Keefe removed''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 8 votes<br /> * Abstain, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''PR/Media Director''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> <br /> ''Arbitrator''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> ''Representative to the US Pirate Party''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> '''Positions Elected'''<br /> <br /> * Chair: James O'Keefe<br /> * Secretary: Steve Revilak<br /> * Treasurer: Elijah McGee<br /> * Arbitrator: James O'Keefe, additional positions open<br /> * Representative to the US Pirate Party: Elijah McGee, alternate position open<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Fifer’s Day table? ===<br /> <br /> The 58th annual Fifer’s Day will be returning on Sat, June 20, 2026. Registration for booths is now open at https://fifersday.org<br /> <br /> Booth spaces are 15'X15' and adjacent booths are available if additional space is needed. Booths are supplied empty, tents are not provided for vendors. Tent tie-downs highly recommended, we have hammers for tent pegs. Set-up starts at 7:00 AM. Fair opens 12.30pm.<br /> <br /> Fifer's Day is organized by the Boxborough Minutemen Company in collaboration with the Boxborough Recreation Commission in honor of Revolutionary War fifer Luther Blanchard. The event includes a parade, road race, kids inflatables, and volleyball competition at Flerra Meadows, 400 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA.<br /> <br /> === National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Booked the Minehan Meeting Room for 2-6pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, 34-44 Charles River Ave, Boston, MA 02129. It is next to the Paul Revere Park, a seven minute walk from the USS Constition and a thirteen minute walk from the North Station MBTA stop. From South Station, it is a twelve minute train ride to North Station. The room has space for 16 attendees.<br /> <br /> We need to decide on the schedule. Suggestion:<br /> <br /> '''Saturday, June 6th'''<br /> <br /> * 10-10:30am: Gather outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 10:30-11am: Kick off speech outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 11am-noon: Visit the USS Constitution<br /> * noon-1:45pm: Lunch<br /> * 2pm-6pm: Talks<br /> <br /> '''Sunday, June 7th'''<br /> <br /> Two possible tracks that could also be mix and match:<br /> <br /> ''Freedom Trail Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch near the Aquarium<br /> * 2pm-4pm: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> <br /> ''Family Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Duckboat tour at the Aquarium<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch<br /> * 2pm+: Visit Aquarium<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Election results are in. We have a new treasurer.<br /> <br /> Camberville shot spotter coalition is planning another canvassing in April.<br /> <br /> Somerville has an upcoming pirate gathering on March 22. May be followed by a bit of camera mapping.<br /> <br /> Fifers day tabling<br /> * Saturday, June 20th<br /> * We've been invited to table, and will table<br /> <br /> National Party Conference<br /> * Weekend of June 6th<br /> * Have space booked by Boston Harbor<br /> * Should do a run-through beforehand.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_15th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9845 2026-03-16T00:11:57Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Pirate Council Election Results ===<br /> <br /> ''Chair''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 8 votes *<br /> * Elijah McGee, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''Secretary''<br /> <br /> * Steve Revilak, 10 votes<br /> <br /> ''Treasurer: James O'Keefe removed''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 8 votes<br /> * Abstain, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''PR/Media Director''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> <br /> ''Arbitrator''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> ''Representative to the US Pirate Party''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> '''Positions Elected'''<br /> <br /> * Chair: James O'Keefe<br /> * Secretary: Steve Revilak<br /> * Treasurer: Elijah McGee<br /> * Arbitrator: James O'Keefe, additional positions open<br /> * Representative to the US Pirate Party: Elijah McGee, alternate position open<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Fifer’s Day table? ===<br /> <br /> The 58th annual Fifer’s Day will be returning on Sat, June 20, 2026. Registration for booths is now open at https://fifersday.org<br /> <br /> Booth spaces are 15'X15' and adjacent booths are available if additional space is needed. Booths are supplied empty, tents are not provided for vendors. Tent tie-downs highly recommended, we have hammers for tent pegs. Set-up starts at 7:00 AM. Fair opens 12.30pm.<br /> <br /> Fifer's Day is organized by the Boxborough Minutemen Company in collaboration with the Boxborough Recreation Commission in honor of Revolutionary War fifer Luther Blanchard. The event includes a parade, road race, kids inflatables, and volleyball competition at Flerra Meadows, 400 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA.<br /> <br /> === National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Booked the Minehan Meeting Room for 2-6pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, 34-44 Charles River Ave, Boston, MA 02129. It is next to the Paul Revere Park, a seven minute walk from the USS Constition and a thirteen minute walk from the North Station MBTA stop. From South Station, it is a twelve minute train ride to North Station. The room has space for 16 attendees.<br /> <br /> We need to decide on the schedule. Suggestion:<br /> <br /> '''Saturday, June 6th'''<br /> <br /> * 10-10:30am: Gather outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 10:30-11am: Kick off speech outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 11am-noon: Visit the USS Constitution<br /> * noon-1:45pm: Lunch<br /> * 2pm-6pm: Talks<br /> <br /> '''Sunday, June 7th'''<br /> <br /> Two possible tracks that could also be mix and match:<br /> <br /> ''Freedom Trail Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch near the Aquarium<br /> * 2pm-4pm: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> <br /> ''Family Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Duckboat tour at the Aquarium<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch<br /> * 2pm+: Visit Aquarium<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Election results are in. We have a new treasurer.<br /> <br /> Camberville shot spotter coalition is planning another canvassing in April.<br /> <br /> Somerville has an upcoming pirate gathering on March 22.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_15th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9844 2026-03-16T00:10:29Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Pirate Council Election Results ===<br /> <br /> ''Chair''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 8 votes *<br /> * Elijah McGee, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''Secretary''<br /> <br /> * Steve Revilak, 10 votes<br /> <br /> ''Treasurer: James O'Keefe removed''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 8 votes<br /> * Abstain, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''PR/Media Director''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> <br /> ''Arbitrator''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> ''Representative to the US Pirate Party''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> '''Positions Elected'''<br /> <br /> * Chair: James O'Keefe<br /> * Secretary: Steve Revilak<br /> * Treasurer: Elijah McGee<br /> * Arbitrator: James O'Keefe, additional positions open<br /> * Representative to the US Pirate Party: Elijah McGee, alternate position open<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Fifer’s Day table? ===<br /> <br /> The 58th annual Fifer’s Day will be returning on Sat, June 20, 2026. Registration for booths is now open at https://fifersday.org<br /> <br /> Booth spaces are 15'X15' and adjacent booths are available if additional space is needed. Booths are supplied empty, tents are not provided for vendors. Tent tie-downs highly recommended, we have hammers for tent pegs. Set-up starts at 7:00 AM. Fair opens 12.30pm.<br /> <br /> Fifer's Day is organized by the Boxborough Minutemen Company in collaboration with the Boxborough Recreation Commission in honor of Revolutionary War fifer Luther Blanchard. The event includes a parade, road race, kids inflatables, and volleyball competition at Flerra Meadows, 400 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA.<br /> <br /> === National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Booked the Minehan Meeting Room for 2-6pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, 34-44 Charles River Ave, Boston, MA 02129. It is next to the Paul Revere Park, a seven minute walk from the USS Constition and a thirteen minute walk from the North Station MBTA stop. From South Station, it is a twelve minute train ride to North Station. The room has space for 16 attendees.<br /> <br /> We need to decide on the schedule. Suggestion:<br /> <br /> '''Saturday, June 6th'''<br /> <br /> * 10-10:30am: Gather outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 10:30-11am: Kick off speech outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 11am-noon: Visit the USS Constitution<br /> * noon-1:45pm: Lunch<br /> * 2pm-6pm: Talks<br /> <br /> '''Sunday, June 7th'''<br /> <br /> Two possible tracks that could also be mix and match:<br /> <br /> ''Freedom Trail Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch near the Aquarium<br /> * 2pm-4pm: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> <br /> ''Family Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Duckboat tour at the Aquarium<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch<br /> * 2pm+: Visit Aquarium<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Election results are in. We have a new treasurer.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_15th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9843 2026-03-16T00:10:08Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Pirate Council Election Results ===<br /> <br /> ''Chair''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 8 votes *<br /> * Elijah McGee, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''Secretary''<br /> <br /> * Steve Revilak, 10 votes<br /> <br /> ''Treasurer: James O'Keefe removed''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 8 votes<br /> * Abstain, 2 votes<br /> <br /> ''PR/Media Director''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> <br /> ''Arbitrator''<br /> <br /> * James O'Keefe, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> ''Representative to the US Pirate Party''<br /> <br /> * Elijah McGee, 9 votes<br /> * Abstain, 1 vote<br /> <br /> '''Positions Elected'''<br /> <br /> * Chair: James O'Keefe<br /> * Secretary: Steve Revilak<br /> * Treasurer: Elijah McGee<br /> * Arbitrator: James O'Keefe, additional positions open<br /> * Representative to the US Pirate Party: Elijah McGee, alternate position open<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Fifer’s Day table? ===<br /> <br /> The 58th annual Fifer’s Day will be returning on Sat, June 20, 2026. Registration for booths is now open at https://fifersday.org<br /> <br /> Booth spaces are 15'X15' and adjacent booths are available if additional space is needed. Booths are supplied empty, tents are not provided for vendors. Tent tie-downs highly recommended, we have hammers for tent pegs. Set-up starts at 7:00 AM. Fair opens 12.30pm.<br /> <br /> Fifer's Day is organized by the Boxborough Minutemen Company in collaboration with the Boxborough Recreation Commission in honor of Revolutionary War fifer Luther Blanchard. The event includes a parade, road race, kids inflatables, and volleyball competition at Flerra Meadows, 400 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA.<br /> <br /> === National Party Conference ===<br /> <br /> Booked the Minehan Meeting Room for 2-6pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, 34-44 Charles River Ave, Boston, MA 02129. It is next to the Paul Revere Park, a seven minute walk from the USS Constition and a thirteen minute walk from the North Station MBTA stop. From South Station, it is a twelve minute train ride to North Station. The room has space for 16 attendees.<br /> <br /> We need to decide on the schedule. Suggestion:<br /> <br /> '''Saturday, June 6th'''<br /> <br /> * 10-10:30am: Gather outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 10:30-11am: Kick off speech outside the USS Constitution<br /> * 11am-noon: Visit the USS Constitution<br /> * noon-1:45pm: Lunch<br /> * 2pm-6pm: Talks<br /> <br /> '''Sunday, June 7th'''<br /> <br /> Two possible tracks that could also be mix and match:<br /> <br /> ''Freedom Trail Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch near the Aquarium<br /> * 2pm-4pm: Walk the Freedom Trail mapping surveillance cameras<br /> <br /> ''Family Track''<br /> <br /> * 10am-noon: Duckboat tour at the Aquarium<br /> * noon-2pm: lunch<br /> * 2pm+: Visit Aquarium<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9812 2026-03-02T01:32:42Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, who did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.<br /> <br /> Review of oil tanker statement. Edited and approved.<br /> <br /> USPP Issues.<br /> * Jamie filled out paperwork for the room we planned to book. Submitted paperwork, but haven't heard back from them.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections.<br /> * Jamie - Chair, Auditor<br /> * Steve - first officer<br /> * Elija - Quartermaster, PR Media director, USPP Representative<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * One went out last week<br /> * Next one will be March 8th</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9811 2026-03-02T01:30:27Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, who did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.<br /> <br /> Review of oil tanker statement. Edited and approved.<br /> <br /> USPP Issues.<br /> * Jamie filled out paperwork for the room we planned to book. Submitted paperwork, but haven't heard back from them.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections.<br /> * Jamie - Chair, Auditor<br /> * Steve - first officer<br /> * Elija - Quartermaster, PR Media director, USPP Representative</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9810 2026-03-02T01:28:32Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, who did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.<br /> <br /> Review of oil tanker statement. Edited and approved.<br /> <br /> USPP Issues.<br /> * Jamie filled out paperwork for the room we planned to book. Submitted paperwork, but haven't heard back from them.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9809 2026-03-02T01:14:27Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Oil Tanker Statement */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, who did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.<br /> <br /> Review of oil tanker statement.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9808 2026-03-02T01:12:28Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, whom did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.<br /> <br /> Review of oil tanker statement.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9807 2026-03-02T01:11:29Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, whom did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Jamie summarizes events in March (see agenda items above).<br /> <br /> Jamie put out a &quot;No War With Iran&quot; Statement.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9806 2026-03-02T01:10:45Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, whom did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> TBR having another shotspotter event in March. We are co-sponsors.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9805 2026-03-02T01:10:34Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, whom did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> === Summary ===<br /> <br /> TBR having another shotspotter event in March. We are co-sponsors.<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> TBR having another shotspotter event in March. We are co-sponsors.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9804 2026-03-02T01:10:12Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Observers */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Oil Tanker Statement ===<br /> <br /> It is with a heavy heart that our government has decided to take action against the crews shipping oil. Just as we are against asset forfeiture, this too is an action that just steals from those sailors who are simply trying to make a living. With zero due process in international waters, Trump has directed our military steal from those who do not align with his political stance. <br /> This is not a dissent against our military brothers and sisters, whom did the raids. They did so without harming the ships or the people, preforming at a level of excellence we have come to expect from them. Instead, this is a top down action that put both our military personnel and the merchant marine in harms way. They were not transporting illegal goods but life giving warmth in the form of oil. <br /> In the end, we are all responsible for the actions of a few. They claim this is to stop tyranny while being tyrannical. They claim this is for justice while holding no due process nor giving those arrested the right to representation. They claim the crews are breaking international law and are part of a shadow fleet, so does that mean the US is the end all be all of international trade? <br /> We must not let this distract of from the real issues. We must push back again those who think they are above the law. No one is above the law and we all deserve justice with due process.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> === Summary ===<br /> <br /> TBR having another shotspotter event in March. We are co-sponsors.<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9802 2026-03-02T01:03:13Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * joe<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=March_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9801 2026-03-02T01:02:45Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> Elections should be closed by 2/27/2026. Review results.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House data privacy bills] - We urge supports to call and ask for multiple changes.<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748]) - We opposed them.<br /> * Anti-Section 230 bills - We opposed them<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> * Mar. 22nd, 1-2pm, [https://masspirates.org/blog/event/cambridge-somerville-pirate-meetup-4/ Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Zaruma Gold Coffee, 37 Woodbine Street, Somerville, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 sign up]<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * jamie<br /> * steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9758 2026-02-02T01:26:22Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections<br /> * Candidacy declarations end on Feb 3rd. We'll extend this to Feb 10th.<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Superbowl is next Sunday, so we'll skip it.<br /> <br /> Data Privacy Bills<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 H.4746]. An Act establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act <br /> * Our friends at Digital Fourth provided a number of suggestions for the senate version of the bill</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9757 2026-02-02T01:25:27Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections<br /> * Candidacy declarations end on Feb 3rd. We'll extend this to Feb 10th.<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Superbowl is next Sunday, so we'll skip it.<br /> <br /> Data Privacy Bills<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 H.4746]</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9756 2026-02-02T01:25:15Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections<br /> * Candidacy declarations end on Feb 3rd. We'll extend this to Feb 10th.<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Superbowl is next Sunday, so we'll skip it.<br /> <br /> Data Privacy Bills<br /> * [[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 H.4746]]</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9755 2026-02-02T01:25:00Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections<br /> * Candidacy declarations end on Feb 3rd. We'll extend this to Feb 10th.<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Superbowl is next Sunday, so we'll skip it.<br /> <br /> Data Privacy Bills<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 H.4746}</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9754 2026-02-02T01:22:24Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.<br /> <br /> Pirate Council Elections<br /> * Candidacy declarations end on Feb 3rd. We'll extend this to Feb 10th.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9753 2026-02-02T01:20:26Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.<br /> <br /> USPP<br /> * Joe found a potential venue for the USPP conference on June 6th. Jamie will get in touch with the venue to make a reservation.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9752 2026-02-02T01:17:27Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Last week, Jamie and Steve talked about the need for a position on tanker taking by the US Government. Joe reports that England and France have gotten into the tanker seizing action.<br /> * Joe notes the use of AI-generated misinformation, re ICE executions in Minnesotta.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=February_1st,_2026_Meeting&diff=9751 2026-02-02T01:09:30Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Elections ===<br /> <br /> We had three candidates for the following positions:<br /> <br /> * Captain - 2<br /> * First Officer - 1<br /> * Quartermaster - 2<br /> * PR/Media Director - 1<br /> * US Representative - 1<br /> * Arbitrator - 1<br /> <br /> Schedule:<br /> <br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * &lt;strike&gt;Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026&lt;/strike&gt;<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> We will review the current [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 Massachusetts House] and [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 Senate data privacy bills]. [https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-amendments-to-h4746-massachusetts-consumer-data-privacy-act?clear_id=true Digital 4th has reviewed both bills and suggested a number of amendments] including:<br /> <br /> * making it easier for individuals to sue when their data is shared in a way that is illegal;<br /> * adding &quot;philosophical beliefs&quot; to the definition of sensitive data;<br /> * strengthening protections for data on children;<br /> * adding data derived from your genetic data to the definition of sensitive data.<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Feb. 7, 2-3pm, Camberville Pirates Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe, 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * Feb. 11th, 6-7:30pm, Second ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, CIC Cambridge, 1 Broadway in Kendall Square<br /> * Feb. 13th (or earlier) - Ballots go out<br /> * Feb. 22nd, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition second canvas<br /> * Feb. 27th, Elections close<br /> * Mar. 4th, 6-7:30pm, Third ShotSpotter Coalition Potluck, Location TBD<br /> * Mar. 7th, 1-4pm, ShotSpotter Coalition third canvas<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=January_11th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9730 2026-01-12T01:51:47Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 House Bill]<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * At previous meeting, we agreed to support a set of TBR events. Some outreach will go into this.<br /> * Year end campaign finance support was submitted. Spent more than we usually do, due to mailings and events. TODO: settle on a budget for 2026<br /> * We posted a copy of USPP's statement on Venezuela<br /> * Joe has been contacted by a group that supports term limits and wishes to impose them on congress. We haven't previouly formed a position on this as a party. After discussion, we are in support of term limits, in order to give more people an opportunity to serve in public office.<br /> <br /> 2026 Pirate Conference<br /> * Working on locations, schedule, and events.<br /> <br /> Campaign Outreach<br /> * Had Cambridge/Somerville event yesterday<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Will record next Sunday at the usual time<br /> <br /> MA Legislative Bills.<br /> * [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 S.2619] was unanimously approved by the senate and was sent to the ways and means committee.<br /> * House version is [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 H4746]. Was reported to house ways and means committee.<br /> * We generally support the Senate Bill<br /> * Will review the House bill at our next meeting. Will attempt to assess what's in the bill, as well as how it differs from the Senate version.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=January_11th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9729 2026-01-12T01:26:54Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 House Bill]<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * At previous meeting, we agreed to support a set of TBR events. Some outreach will go into this.<br /> * Year end campaign finance support was submitted. Spent more than we usually do, due to mailings and events. TODO: settle on a budget for 2026<br /> * We posted a copy of USPP's statement on Venezuela<br /> * Joe has been contacted by a group that supports term limits and wishes to impose them on congress. We haven't previouly formed a position on this as a party. After discussion, we are in support of term limits, in order to give more people an opportunity to serve in public office.<br /> <br /> 2026 Pirate Conference<br /> * Working on locations, schedule, and events.<br /> <br /> Campaign Outreach<br /> * Had Cambridge/Somerville event yesterday<br /> <br /> Pirate News<br /> * Will record next Sunday at the usual time</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=January_11th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9728 2026-01-12T01:15:17Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 House Bill]<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * At previous meeting, we agreed to support a set of TBR events. Some outreach will go into this.<br /> * Year end campaign finance support was submitted. Spent more than we usually do, due to mailings and events. TODO: settle on a budget for 2026<br /> * We posted a copy of USPP's statement on Venezuela</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=January_11th,_2026_Meeting&diff=9727 2026-01-12T01:03:32Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4746 House Bill]<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe <br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_28th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9691 2025-12-29T01:21:17Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === TBR Cambridge ShotSpotter Efforts ===<br /> <br /> The Black Response in Cambridge will host three community dinners and ShotSpotter presentations to increase awareness ahead of the relevant public hearing and policy order:<br /> <br /> * January 22, Cambridge Community Arts Center. The presentation will be given by Prof. Spencer Piston.<br /> * February 11. Cambridge Community Arts Center? The presentation will be given by a member of the campaign team.<br /> * March ?<br /> <br /> They will be followed by canvassing events in March. <br /> <br /> Suggest we offer to assist with these events. This would include:<br /> <br /> * posting the events on our web site;<br /> * emailing members about the events during the months in question;<br /> * calling our members in Cambridge (and surrounding communities) to adk them to attend events and help with canvassing.<br /> <br /> We should ask TBR to sponsor them, as well.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === National Conference ===<br /> <br /> Date: June 6th, 2026<br /> <br /> Theme: boats and have fun<br /> <br /> [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning Conference planning pad]<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * 1/10/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=94 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 1369 Coffee House, 757 Mass. Ave., Cambridge <br /> * 1/25/2026, 3-5pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=95 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St., Somerville<br /> * 1/30/2026, [https://masspirates.org/crew/forms/lead-our-crew-2026 Nominations and candidate statements due]<br /> * 2/7/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=96 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe], 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * 2/13/2026, Pirate Council ballots go out on Friday (or earlier)<br /> * 2/22/2026, 1-3pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 37 Woodbine St., Somerville<br /> * 2/27/2026, Pirate Council elections close<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Email update will go out in a day or two.<br /> * Last pirate news posted<br /> * Jamie scheduled several events in Jan/Mar for organizing.<br /> * Individuals can make donations until the end of the year<br /> * Candidates for pirate council should declare their interest in running, preferably by the end of the month.<br /> * TBR is organizing a set of shotspotter events, to educate people about the technology. Jan 22, and Feb 11, 2026. We'll help sponsor the events, and assist with publicity<br /> * No updates from the USPP<br /> <br /> Projects<br /> * 2026 campaigns and voter outreach is proceeding.<br /> * Events in Somerville and Cambridge for outreach to potential candidates. If these go well, will continue, ideally in other cities and towns<br /> * 2026 is the 20th anniversary of the Swedish Pirate party. Would be good to discuss on next pirate news, along with public domain day.<br /> <br /> National Conference<br /> * Boston. June 6th. Theme is boats and fun. Key thing will be finding a location. Joe suggested an event space near the US Constitution. US Salem (Quincy) was also suggested.<br /> <br /> State bills<br /> * Will defer discussion of these until later<br /> * To review at next meeting<br /> ** https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619<br /> <br /> Federal Bills<br /> * Sen. Warren has signed on to the KOSA bill<br /> * There is a section 230 repeal act.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_28th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9690 2025-12-29T01:20:03Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === TBR Cambridge ShotSpotter Efforts ===<br /> <br /> The Black Response in Cambridge will host three community dinners and ShotSpotter presentations to increase awareness ahead of the relevant public hearing and policy order:<br /> <br /> * January 22, Cambridge Community Arts Center. The presentation will be given by Prof. Spencer Piston.<br /> * February 11. Cambridge Community Arts Center? The presentation will be given by a member of the campaign team.<br /> * March ?<br /> <br /> They will be followed by canvassing events in March. <br /> <br /> Suggest we offer to assist with these events. This would include:<br /> <br /> * posting the events on our web site;<br /> * emailing members about the events during the months in question;<br /> * calling our members in Cambridge (and surrounding communities) to adk them to attend events and help with canvassing.<br /> <br /> We should ask TBR to sponsor them, as well.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === National Conference ===<br /> <br /> Date: June 6th, 2026<br /> <br /> Theme: boats and have fun<br /> <br /> [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning Conference planning pad]<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * 1/10/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=94 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 1369 Coffee House, 757 Mass. Ave., Cambridge <br /> * 1/25/2026, 3-5pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=95 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St., Somerville<br /> * 1/30/2026, [https://masspirates.org/crew/forms/lead-our-crew-2026 Nominations and candidate statements due]<br /> * 2/7/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=96 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe], 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * 2/13/2026, Pirate Council ballots go out on Friday (or earlier)<br /> * 2/22/2026, 1-3pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 37 Woodbine St., Somerville<br /> * 2/27/2026, Pirate Council elections close<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Email update will go out in a day or two.<br /> * Last pirate news posted<br /> * Jamie scheduled several events in Jan/Mar for organizing.<br /> * Individuals can make donations until the end of the year<br /> * Candidates for pirate council should declare their interest in running, preferably by the end of the month.<br /> * TBR is organizing a set of shotspotter events, to educate people about the technology. Jan 22, and Feb 11, 2026. We'll help sponsor the events, and assist with publicity<br /> * No updates from the USPP<br /> <br /> Projects<br /> * 2026 campaigns and voter outreach is proceeding.<br /> * Events in Somerville and Cambridge for outreach to potential candidates. If these go well, will continue, ideally in other cities and towns<br /> * 2026 is the 20th anniversary of the Swedish Pirate party. Would be good to discuss on next pirate news, along with public domain day.<br /> <br /> National Conference<br /> * Boston. June 6th. Theme is boats and fun. Key thing will be finding a location. Joe suggested an event space near the US Constitution. US Salem (Quincy) was also suggested.<br /> <br /> State bills<br /> * Will defer discussion of these until later<br /> <br /> Federal Bills<br /> * Sen. Warren has signed on to the KOSA bill<br /> * There is a section 230 repeal act.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_28th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9689 2025-12-29T01:15:06Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === TBR Cambridge ShotSpotter Efforts ===<br /> <br /> The Black Response in Cambridge will host three community dinners and ShotSpotter presentations to increase awareness ahead of the relevant public hearing and policy order:<br /> <br /> * January 22, Cambridge Community Arts Center. The presentation will be given by Prof. Spencer Piston.<br /> * February 11. Cambridge Community Arts Center? The presentation will be given by a member of the campaign team.<br /> * March ?<br /> <br /> They will be followed by canvassing events in March. <br /> <br /> Suggest we offer to assist with these events. This would include:<br /> <br /> * posting the events on our web site;<br /> * emailing members about the events during the months in question;<br /> * calling our members in Cambridge (and surrounding communities) to adk them to attend events and help with canvassing.<br /> <br /> We should ask TBR to sponsor them, as well.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === National Conference ===<br /> <br /> Date: June 6th, 2026<br /> <br /> Theme: boats and have fun<br /> <br /> [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning Conference planning pad]<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * 1/10/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=94 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 1369 Coffee House, 757 Mass. Ave., Cambridge <br /> * 1/25/2026, 3-5pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=95 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St., Somerville<br /> * 1/30/2026, [https://masspirates.org/crew/forms/lead-our-crew-2026 Nominations and candidate statements due]<br /> * 2/7/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=96 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe], 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * 2/13/2026, Pirate Council ballots go out on Friday (or earlier)<br /> * 2/22/2026, 1-3pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 37 Woodbine St., Somerville<br /> * 2/27/2026, Pirate Council elections close<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Reports<br /> * Email update will go out in a day or two.<br /> * Last pirate news posted<br /> * Jamie scheduled several events in Jan/Mar for organizing.<br /> * Individuals can make donations until the end of the year<br /> * Candidates for pirate council should declare their interest in running, preferably by the end of the month.<br /> * TBR is organizing a set of shotspotter events, to educate people about the technology. Jan 22, and Feb 11, 2026. We'll help sponsor the events, and assist with publicity<br /> * No updates from the USPP<br /> <br /> Projects<br /> * 2026 campaigns and voter outreach is proceeding.<br /> * Events in Somerville and Cambridge for outreach to potential candidates. If these go well, will continue, ideally in other cities and towns<br /> * 2026 is the 20th anniversary of the Swedish Pirate party. Would be good to discuss on next pirate news, along with public domain day.<br /> <br /> National Conference<br /> * Boston. June 6th. Theme is boats and fun. Key thing will be finding a location. Joe suggested an event space near the US Constitution.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_28th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9688 2025-12-29T01:02:02Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Participants */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === TBR Cambridge ShotSpotter Efforts ===<br /> <br /> The Black Response in Cambridge will host three community dinners and ShotSpotter presentations to increase awareness ahead of the relevant public hearing and policy order:<br /> <br /> * January 22, Cambridge Community Arts Center. The presentation will be given by Prof. Spencer Piston.<br /> * February 11. Cambridge Community Arts Center? The presentation will be given by a member of the campaign team.<br /> * March ?<br /> <br /> They will be followed by canvassing events in March. <br /> <br /> Suggest we offer to assist with these events. This would include:<br /> <br /> * posting the events on our web site;<br /> * emailing members about the events during the months in question;<br /> * calling our members in Cambridge (and surrounding communities) to adk them to attend events and help with canvassing.<br /> <br /> We should ask TBR to sponsor them, as well.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === National Conference ===<br /> <br /> Date: June 6th, 2026<br /> <br /> Theme: boats and have fun<br /> <br /> [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/2026USPiratePartyConferencePlanning Conference planning pad]<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * 1/10/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=94 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 1369 Coffee House, 757 Mass. Ave., Cambridge <br /> * 1/25/2026, 3-5pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=95 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St., Somerville<br /> * 1/30/2026, [https://masspirates.org/crew/forms/lead-our-crew-2026 Nominations and candidate statements due]<br /> * 2/7/2026, 2-4pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=96 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup, Tatte Bakery &amp; Cafe], 318 Third St., Cambridge<br /> * 2/13/2026, Pirate Council ballots go out on Friday (or earlier)<br /> * 2/22/2026, 1-3pm, [https://masspirates.org/crew/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&amp;id=97 Cambridge/Somerville Pirate Meetup], 37 Woodbine St., Somerville<br /> * 2/27/2026, Pirate Council elections close<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Eli<br /> * Jamie<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_14th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9665 2025-12-15T01:38:38Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Next meeting date? ===<br /> <br /> Next meeting is scheduled for 12/28/2025. Should we meet then, 1/4/2026 or 1/11/2026? Could record a Public Domain Day Pirate News on the 4th.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Election ===<br /> <br /> The dates for the upcoming Mass Pirates election:<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier) - Done<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> We have one candidate so far.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Cambridge city council and public safety committee completely removed their Flock cameras. The police department still wants cameras and is looking at alternatives.<br /> <br /> Previous pirate news should be posted tonight.<br /> <br /> Upcoming meetings<br /> * Pirate news on 12/21<br /> * Member meeting on 12/28<br /> * Pirate news on 1/4/2026, to celebrate public domain day<br /> <br /> USPP. Poll for national conference is Vicksburg or Boston (these are the two finalist locations)<br /> <br /> Pirate elections. Forms up.<br /> <br /> Campaigns and Voter outreach<br /> * Jamie plans to contact supporters in municipalities with elections early in the year.<br /> <br /> Bills<br /> * https://masspirates.org/blog/ourissues/defending-your-privacy/<br /> * TODO: look at [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act]. The senate has referred it to the ways and means committee.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_14th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9664 2025-12-15T01:37:25Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Next meeting date? ===<br /> <br /> Next meeting is scheduled for 12/28/2025. Should we meet then, 1/4/2026 or 1/11/2026? Could record a Public Domain Day Pirate News on the 4th.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Election ===<br /> <br /> The dates for the upcoming Mass Pirates election:<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier) - Done<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> We have one candidate so far.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Cambridge city council and public safety committee completely removed their Flock cameras. The police department still wants cameras and is looking at alternatives.<br /> <br /> Previous pirate news should be posted tonight.<br /> <br /> Upcoming meetings<br /> * Pirate news on 12/21<br /> * Member meeting on 12/28<br /> * Pirate news on 1/4/2026, to celebrate public domain day<br /> <br /> USPP. Poll for national conference is Vicksburg or Boston (these are the two finalist locations)<br /> <br /> Pirate elections. Forms up.<br /> <br /> Campaigns and Voter outreach<br /> * Jamie plans to contact supporters in municipalities with elections early in the year.<br /> <br /> Bills<br /> * https://masspirates.org/blog/ourissues/defending-your-privacy/<br /> * TODO: look at [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act].</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_14th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9663 2025-12-15T01:31:41Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Next meeting date? ===<br /> <br /> Next meeting is scheduled for 12/28/2025. Should we meet then, 1/4/2026 or 1/11/2026? Could record a Public Domain Day Pirate News on the 4th.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Election ===<br /> <br /> The dates for the upcoming Mass Pirates election:<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier) - Done<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> We have one candidate so far.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Cambridge city council and public safety committee completely removed their Flock cameras. The police department still wants cameras and is looking at alternatives.<br /> <br /> Previous pirate news should be posted tonight.<br /> <br /> Upcoming meetings<br /> * Pirate news on 12/21<br /> * Member meeting on 12/28<br /> * Pirate news on 1/4/2026, to celebrate public domain day<br /> <br /> USPP. Poll for national conference is Vicksburg or Boston (these are the two finalist locations)<br /> <br /> Pirate elections. Forms up.<br /> <br /> Campaigns and Voter outreach<br /> * Jamie plans to contact supporters in municipalities with elections early in the year.<br /> <br /> Bills<br /> * https://masspirates.org/blog/ourissues/defending-your-privacy/</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_14th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9662 2025-12-15T01:20:31Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Next meeting date? ===<br /> <br /> Next meeting is scheduled for 12/28/2025. Should we meet then, 1/4/2026 or 1/11/2026? Could record a Public Domain Day Pirate News on the 4th.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Election ===<br /> <br /> The dates for the upcoming Mass Pirates election:<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier) - Done<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> We have one candidate so far.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Cambridge city council and public safety committee completely removed their Flock cameras. The police department still wants cameras and is looking at alternatives.<br /> <br /> Previous pirate news should be posted tonight.<br /> <br /> Upcoming meetings<br /> * Pirate news on 12/21<br /> * Member meeting on 12/28<br /> * Pirate news on 1/4/2026, to celebrate public domain day<br /> <br /> USPP. Poll for national conference is Vicksburg or Boston (these are the two finalist locations)<br /> <br /> Pirate elections. Forms up.</div>

Srevilak https://masspirates.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_14th,_2025_Member_Meeting&diff=9661 2025-12-15T01:16:16Z

<p>Srevilak: /* Summary */</p> <hr /> <div>Meeting to be held via video conference: https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/mass-pirates-member-meeting/<br /> <br /> Recording: <br /> <br /> == Reports ==<br /> <br /> == Decisions/Endorsements ==<br /> <br /> === Next meeting date? ===<br /> <br /> Next meeting is scheduled for 12/28/2025. Should we meet then, 1/4/2026 or 1/11/2026? Could record a Public Domain Day Pirate News on the 4th.<br /> <br /> === United States Pirate Party Issues? ===<br /> <br /> == Projects/Events ==<br /> <br /> === Pirate Council Election ===<br /> <br /> The dates for the upcoming Mass Pirates election:<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier) - Done<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> We have one candidate so far.<br /> <br /> === 2026 Campaigns &amp; Voter Outreach ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Jamie<br /> <br /> [[2026 Campaign Plan]]<br /> <br /> === Pirate News ===<br /> <br /> Leader: Joseph<br /> <br /> * Pirate news recording scheduled for every other Sunday, 7pm with go-live at 7:30pm. Unless changed<br /> <br /> === Commonwealth Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> The Mass. Senate passed [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2619 An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act] unanimously. It has been referred to the Committee on [https://malegislature.gov/Committees/Detail/H34/194 House Ways and Means].<br /> <br /> Other bills:<br /> <br /> * An Act relative to unmanned aerial systems ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3749 H.3749] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2438 S.2438])<br /> * An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2687 H.2687])<br /> * Dignity Not Deportations Act ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1588 H.1588] / [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1122 S.1122])<br /> * Right to Repair Bills:<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H433 H.433] &amp; [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S189 S.189]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H398 H.398]<br /> ** [https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1278 H.1278] (Hearing occurred)<br /> * Decrim Sex Work Bills from https://bswac.org/. Emailed Rikki and Desmond their thoughts on them as they are the most up to date on the issue:<br /> ** An Act to promote the health and safety of people in the sex trade ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1980 H.1980])<br /> <br /> Here is [https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MassPirates_2025_Bills_To_Review an etherpad for people to offer suggestions].<br /> <br /> ==== Bills We Decided On ====<br /> <br /> Endorsed:<br /> <br /> * An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H96 H.96]/[https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S36 S.36])<br /> * Civil Asset Forfeiture reform ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1953 H.1953])<br /> * H.1973. An Act protecting personal security. We support the bill, and its senate counterpart.<br /> * S.1731. An Act to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Not great, but we'll support it, because it sucks less than the status quo.<br /> * H.1946/ An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. We support the warrant requirements, and the bills provisions for transparency and reporting.<br /> * An Act to study the decriminalization of sex work ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2467 H.2467])<br /> * An Act relative to safe reporting ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1747 H.1747])<br /> * An Act relative to sexual assault by an officer ([https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2634 H.2634])<br /> <br /> === Federal Bills to Review ===<br /> <br /> * Anti-File Sharing bills:<br /> ** Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/791/text H.R.791]) - [https://torrentfreak.com/new-bill-aims-to-block-foreign-pirate-sites-in-the-u-s-250129/ ...more]<br /> ** American Copyright Protection Act (Not yet posted) [https://torrentfreak.com/unveiled-new-u-s-anti-piracy-bill-acpa-proposes-alternative-site-blocking-path/ ...more])<br /> ** ... more on the bills at https://torrentfreak.com/fears-of-overblocking-unite-critics-of-u-s-pirate-site-blocking-bill/<br /> * Kids Online Safety Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text S.1748])<br /> * Pro Codes Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4009/text H.R.4009] [https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/23/congress-wants-to-let-private-companies-own-the-law/ ...more]<br /> * American Music Fairness Act ([https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/861/text H.R.861])<br /> <br /> === A reconsideration of Member Meeting Articles ===<br /> <br /> We haven't adhered to our [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement Articles of Agreement]'s [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#Article_4.0:_Member_Meetings Member Meetings section] strictly since we have existed, specifically the [ https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Form Form] and [https://masspirates.org/wiki/Articles_of_Agreement#4.2_Time Time] sections. Meetings have met weekly and bi-weekly (our current form) and not twice a year each over six weeks.<br /> <br /> Rework them to:<br /> <br /> * Have a section on conferences (possible spring/fall, at least one a year)<br /> * Rework the member meetings to be on-line at least once a month<br /> * Set when elections for the pirate council is and that we can elect people at a conference or on-line by secret ballot<br /> <br /> Working on a draft document at https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/MAPPRevisedMemberMeetingsArticles<br /> <br /> === Other To Do ===<br /> <br /> == Upcoming Events ==<br /> <br /> * Nomination form ready by 12/12/2025 (or earlier)<br /> * Nominations and candidate statements due by 1/30/2026<br /> * Ballots go out on Friday 2/13/2026 (or earlier)<br /> * Elections closing on 2/27/2026.<br /> <br /> == Participants ==<br /> <br /> * Jamie<br /> * Joe<br /> * Steve<br /> <br /> === Observers ===<br /> <br /> == Summary ==<br /> <br /> Cambridge city council and public safety committee completely removed their Flock cameras. The police department still wants cameras and is looking at alternatives.<br /> <br /> Previous pirate news should be posted tonight.<br /> <br /> Upcoming meetings<br /> * Pirate news on 12/21<br /> * Member meeting on 12/28<br /> * Pirate news on 1/4/2026, to celebrate public domain day<br /> <br /> USPP. Poll for national conference is Vicksburg or Boston (these are the two finalist locations)</div>

Srevilak