The new guidance clarifies that administrative warrants issued by ICE or the Department of Homeland Security do not authorize entry into nonpublic spaces.
Category: State House News Service
Posted inStatehouse
Legislature sends $61 billion budget to Gov. Healey, mindful of storm clouds
The compromise annual budget ramps up spending on health care, education, and transportation. It continues funding for free bus rides on the South Coast.
Posted inOffshore Wind
Bay State’s offshore wind prices about to reset
“Shielding project costs and the impact upon ratepayers from this procurement until winter is not an acceptable start.” — State Sen. Mark Montigny
Posted inStatehouse
State Senate moves to end ‘home equity theft’
Sen. Mark Montigny’s amendment to the Senate budget would limit the amount of money permitted in tax takings.
Posted inOffshore Wind
More ocean space for offshore wind
Feds designate a new two million-acre leasing area in waters off Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts
Posted inStatehouse
Gov. Healey plans mega-pardon for those convicted of marijuana possession
An old conviction for cannabis possession can form “a barrier to jobs, getting housing, even getting an education,” Healey said. “Knowing we have the power to lift that burden, we should do something about it.”
Posted inhealth care
Gov. Healey and AG weigh ‘accountability’ in Steward Health system
Attorney General Campbell says she is “concerned about the lack of transparency” from the financially strapped hospital owners.
Posted inMassachusetts State House
Westport state Rep. Paul Schmid III won’t run for re-election
The 8th Bristol District that Schmid represents covers parts of Fall River, New Bedford, Acushnet, Freetown and all of Westport.
Posted inMassachusetts State House
Pacheco announces retirement from state Senate
“We need to move forward urgently in adopting and funding policies that will implement bold climate action.” — Sen. Marc Pacheco, in his farewell letter.
Posted inImmigration
Report examines migrant jobs and earnings prospects
Median earnings range for new arrivals pegged at $24,000 to $34,000