The advisory opinion was sought by the Senate, which opposed the measure. It is non-binding, and petition supporters said they still plan to go forward with the process to proceed to the November ballot.
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Mass. SJC signals doubts about ballot proposals to reform Legislature
Backers of the two proposals are vowing to press ahead to the November ballot, but lawsuits might come next.
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Mass. House passes major energy affordability bill, cutting Mass Save
Legislators say cutting the energy efficiency program will lower electric and gas bills. Environmentalists oppose the change.
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Trump proclamation aims to unleash commercial fishing in Atlantic
The Conservation Law Foundation says it’s ready to sue to protect a ‘biodiversity hotspot’ and national marine monument.
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Healey plans to cut winter electric, natural gas bills
The governor announced a $180 million energy savings plan ahead of the annual State of the Commonwealth address.
Posted inHealth
Commonwealth in new conflict with feds over SNAP benefits
The benefits provided to recipients are fully funded by the federal government and are not being withheld, but disrupted administrative funding could slow benefit delivery.
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Governor Healey endorses new high school tests
End-of-course tests administered by the state could be a new model after voters nixed high-stakes MCAS exams.
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Transparency reforms and rent control clear signature hurdle, campaigns say
Legislators’ pay, public records, an income tax cut, starter homes and all-party primaries are among proposals in the mix for the 2026 ballot.
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Sweeping energy bill in House paused amid pushback
Environmental advocates oppose the proposal. Supporters say it addresses rising energy costs.
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Judge: USDA must tap contingency fund for SNAP benefits
The ruling requires Trump administration lawyers to inform the court of its plan by Monday.