Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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MCAS mandate repeal moves closer to ballot
The Eagle Tribune
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Many political leaders paid lip service to protesters' free speech while agreeing with arrests
WBUR
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Mass. health leaders concerned about effects of Steward bankruptcy
WBUR
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Massport names Richard Davey, Miami transit exec as CEO finalists
Boston Business Journal
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Decrying high costs, Mass. small businesses urge lawmakers to do more to help them
Worcester Telegram
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Biden approves flooding disaster declaration for Massachusetts, reverses earlier denial by FEMA
Boston Globe
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Mariano having doubts about local option transfer tax
Commonwealth Beacon
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Drug overdoses declined in Massachusetts in 2023, federal data show
MassLive
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Health regulators found multiple violations at Norfolk prison turned shelter during inspection in 2015
Boston Herald
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Care at Steward hospitals is ‘declining,’ Lawrence doc tells state regulators
MassLive
National
How US schools became a political battleground: ‘These are proxies for a bigger clash in society’
The Guardian
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What young voters actually care about
Vox
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The State Supreme Court Skirmishes
The Center for Politics
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Thanks To Wall Street, There Goes The Neighborhood
The Lever
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Manchin, GOP senators move to overturn retirement investment planning rule
The Hill
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That grim NYT poll hints at a big opportunity for Biden
Public Notice
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Alleged ‘deal’ offer from Trump to big oil could save industry $110bn, study finds
The Guardian
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The Working Class-Sized Hole in Democratic Support Widens
The Liberal Patriot
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Administration releases maternal mental health plan
Roll Call
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In France, abortion restrictions offset by medical autonomy
Roll Call
Today on Beacon Hill
10:00am
Progressive Mass Annual Lobby Day
Room 428, State House, Boston
10:00am
Children's League of Mass. Day on the Hill Children's League of Mass. Day on the Hill
Great Hall, State House, Boston
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
11:00am
House Full Formal Session
House Chamber
1:30pm
Joint Committee on State Administration & Regulatory Oversight: Committee Hearing
Written Testimony Only
5:30pm
Campaign Kickoff for Eileen Duff for Essex South Register of Deeds
AOH Peabody, 58 Lowell Street, Peabody,
Birthday: Rep. John Barrett
Quote of the Day
“"I think they need to be a top discussion item," said Jon Hurst, adding that there was "not enough" targeted legislation for small businesses moving through the State House.”
A top lobbyist for small businesses said Wednesday that he does not see lawmakers giving a "primary focus" to that sector, with hefty bills on economic development and health care missing an opportunity to lift up Main Street businesses.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
Business
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Merrimack Valley Chamber Hosts U.S. Small Business Administration’s Awards Ceremony
WHAV
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NJ: Netflix lands big tax break deal if it keeps huge film studio in N.J. for 10 years
NJ.com
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What's going up: New offices and bigger food halls
Axios
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Meet the Boston architects who designed the largest cruise ship in the world
Boston Globe
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Small Biz Feels Left Out Of Legislative Blitz
State House News Service
Civil Rights
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How has 20 years of same-sex marriage changed Mass.?
Boston Globe
Education
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After end of pro-Palestinian MIT encampment, students march to the president’s home
Boston Globe
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Worcester is considering a new policy on cellphones in school. Here's what to know
Worcester Telegram
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‘I have to convince you I’m not evil’: Some Israeli students feel shunned on college campuses
Boston Globe
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Migrant students added to 74 Massachusetts school districts this year
WPRI.com
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‘She’s always thinking about the students.’ Lenox celebrates Elementary School Principal of the Year Brenda Kelley
Berkshire Eagle
Environment
Gaming
Health Care
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Mass. Sen. Markey, Vermont’s Sanders call on feds to step up if Steward can’t provide care
MassLive
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Steward crisis adding to stresses on hospital care, as state scrambles to contain fallout
Boston Globe
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Lawrence Gen Doc Puts State's Steward Messaging In Context
State House News Service
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Health Care Bill Gives Reps Long-Awaited Opportunity
State House News Service
Housing
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Norfolk residents ripped at being blindsided over migrant shelter at old prison
Boston Herald
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Berkshire Housing Woes Heard at State Listening Session
iBerkshires
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The long road to remote reverse mortgage counseling in Massachusetts
Housing Wire
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What should the state's new housing policy look like? Officials asked Berkshire residents, and they responded
Berkshire Eagle
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Winthrop residents vocal in opposition to MBTA zoning mandate for housing
WCVB
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Renters rally at State House, demanding higher minimum wage and rent control
WGBH
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Mariano casts doubt on tax on high-dollar real estate sales, a key priority of Healey and Wu
Boston Globe
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A Cambridge City Council panel’s proposal would legalize six-story buildings. Everywhere.
Boston Globe
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Crowded Shelters Struggle To Find, Retain Staff
State House News Service
Human Services
Immigration
Labor
Politics
State Finance
State Government
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Lucas: Healey’s Rome visit prompts post-war memories
Boston Herald
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Mass. House set to refuel state’s IT bandwidth
News 22 WWLP.com
Taxation
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Opinion: Fiscally beset, Boston should target tax-exempt institutions’ payments
Boston Globe
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Boston Rep Mum On Wu Property Tax Proposal
State House News Service
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Mariano Sees Uneven Benefits From Transfer Tax
State House News Service