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Mass. House and Senate move toward housing goals
Their economic development bills would address the housing crisis from several angles, but the work’s not over yet.
How productive are New Bedford legislators’ committees?
New Bedford’s legislators sit across 23 committees. So far, seven of these committees have not considered any bills this session, and eight have not held any hearings this year.
Signing new abortion law, Healey cites stories of ‘anguish and heartache’
The law removes restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks.
Mass. is close to giving doctors the final word on whether to perform late abortions
The state Senate adopted the measure Friday, sending it to Democratic Gov. Maura Healey.
With House vote, Beacon Hill inches closer to landmark primary care reforms
Both branches of the Massachusetts Legislature now support a big boost in spending to address the primary-care doctor shortage.
Senate OKs records access bill as November ballot fight looms
The bill also creates a press shield to protect journalists’ confidential sources.
Statehouse conferees reach accord on ‘strongest in the nation’ immigrant protections
Legislative conference committee members pledge protections at courthouses, schools, healthcare facilities and childcare centers.
Where’s the funding to close Ash Street Jail?
The sheriff said the necessary funding hasn’t been a legislative priority. State legislators say they need a breakdown of the project’s costs to push it forward.
Mass. Senate wants to address primary-care doctor shortage
Thirty percent of Massachusetts residents have had difficulty accessing primary care. Will the House take up the bill this month?
Senators advance anti-poverty bill to put ‘cash in people’s hands’
The bill bundles cash aid, baby bonds, and foster care stipends.
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