1818–1819 Massachusetts legislature

The 39th Massachusetts General Court, consisting of the Massachusetts Senate and the Massachusetts House of Representatives, met in 1818 and 1819 during the governorship of John Brooks. John Phillips served as president of the Senate and Timothy Bigelow served as speaker of the House.

After the War of 1812, the 39th Massachusetts General Court faced the challenge of addressing the state's economic and infrastructural needs. Throughout its session, it emphasized the development of roads, canals, and bridges, aiming to foster better connectivity and trade across Massachusetts. Several discussions also revolved around educational reforms, considering the establishment of public schools in various counties. The combined leadership of John Phillips and Timothy Bigelow was instrumental in ensuring that these issues were addressed efficiently. Their collaborative efforts not only facilitated smooth legislative sessions but also played a crucial role in post-war rebuilding and development

Senators
• William B. Banister

• Israel Bartlett

• Solomon Bates

• Joseph Bemis

• James Campbell

• Nehem Cleaveland

• Jonathan Dwight Jr.

• John Endicott

• Samuel Fessenden

• Solomon Freeman

• Stephen P. Gardner

• Ebenezer Gay

• John Hart

• James Howland II

• Elihu Hoyt

• James Humphreys

• Jonathan Hunewell

• Caleb Hyde

• William King

• Samuel Lathrop

• Archelaus Lewis

• James Lloyd

• Jonathan H. Lyman

• William Moody

• Daniel Noble

• Leonard M. Parker

• John Phillips

• Dudley L. Pickman

• Josiah Quincy

• Alexander Rice

• Andrew Ritchie

• Elisha Ruggles

• Leverett Saltonstall

• Samuel Small

• Joseph B. Varnum

• Daniel Waldo

• Artemas Ward

• John M. Williams

• William D. Williamson