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Jul 19, 20247 min read
An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws On its Way to the Governor's Desk
Wednesday, July 17,2024, the Conference Committee, submitted their final conference report to the House and the Senate for final passage....
Jul 15, 20243 min read
Understanding Bond Bills in Massachusetts
A bond bill is a legislative tool that allows the state government to borrow money for long-term investments in infrastructure, capital...
Jun 28, 20245 min read
Massachusetts Senate Passes Landmark Affordable Homes Act
To address the housing crisis in every community in the Commonwealth, the Massachusetts Senate passed the Affordable Homes Act on June...
Jun 26, 20242 min read
Massachusetts Senate Passes Landmark Climate Bill
Yesterday marked a significant milestone in the fight against climate change as the Massachusetts Senate passed a comprehensive climate...
Jun 21, 20243 min read
The Importance of Reducing Single-Use Plastics: Making Straws and Utensils Available Only Upon Request
In our everyday lives, convenience often takes precedence over sustainability. Single-use plastics, such as straws and utensils,...
May 25, 20242 min read
A Deep Dive into the MA Senate FY25 Budget
Thursday marked a significant milestone for the people of Massachusetts as the Senate passed the FY25 budget, a testament to our...
May 21, 20242 min read
It's Budget Season: An Overview of the MA Senate Budget Process
The Massachusetts Senate budget process is a structured, multi-step procedure designed to ensure that the state's financial plan aligns...
Feb 2, 20241 min read
Amendment 75 and S.1019 Passed!
Yesterday the Massachusetts Senate introduced S. 2572, An act to sensibly address firearm violence through effective reform—the SAFER...
Jan 15, 20241 min read
Mass. agriculture department unveils plan to preserve, expand state's farmland
Kinga Borondy Worcester Telegram & Gazette A document prepared by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources found that...
Jan 5, 20241 min read
“Blue Envelope" Bill Supporting People with Autism Passed
Focusing on eliminating barriers that lead to life changing experiences for our community is always a priority and the “Blue Envelope”...
Jan 5, 20241 min read
Wheelchair Warranty Reform Passed
Yesterday I voted alongside my colleagues, with the leadership of Senator Cronin, to pass An Act expanding wheelchair warranty...
Jan 4, 20242 min read
Bills Passed in 2023
Bills passed in 2023. I will be fighting to preserve and increase this critical funding. The Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act: The...
Dec 27, 20231 min read
State Sen. Robyn Kennedy reflects on her first year in office
BY AMANDA KEANE BOSTON PUBLISHED 3:03 PM ET DEC. 27, 2023 BOSTON - State Sen. Robyn Kennedy, D-Worcester, spent years working in state...
Dec 19, 20231 min read
Lawmakers Urge AG to Join Worcester Firefighters’ Lawsuit
WORCESTER – A majority of 24 state senators and 73 state representatives sent a letter to Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell...
Sep 27, 20232 min read
The Tax Bill Details
Today, I joined my colleagues in approving a tax relief package that will overwhelmingly support working families, young professionals,...
Jul 31, 20232 min read
Bringing the FY24 Budget Back to the District
Yesterday, the Legislature passed the Fiscal Year 24 Budget which will ensure that our commonwealth continues to build towards a more...
May 8, 20231 min read
‘Go Out Doors’ exhibit returns for year two in Northborough
By Evan Walsh -May 8, 2023 NORTHBOROUGH – For the second straight year, the Northborough Cultural Council (NCC) has transformed areas of...
May 3, 20231 min read
Black and Brown children disproportionately overrepresented in child welfare system, report shows
By Alison Kuznitz | State House News Service Child welfare advocates and providers are imploring lawmakers to strengthen demographic data...
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Photos: North High basketball state champs tour Statehouse
RICK CINCLAIR/TELEGRAM & GAZETTE BOSTON - The North High School basketball team receives a Senate proclamation from Sen. Robyn Kennedy,...
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