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Senate Advances the PROTECT Act
April 30, 2026The Massachusetts Senate advanced its version of the PROTECT Act today—a major legislative package to protect the rights of all Massachusetts residents, particularly immigrants, young children, and victims of crimes. Below are statements of support.
Fact Sheet & Highlights: The PROTECT Act: An Act Promoting Rule of Law, Oversight, Trust and Equal Constitutional Treatment S.3072
April 30, 2026An Act promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment—the PROTECT Act—prioritizes the safety of immigrants and all Massachusetts residents from the weaponization of federal immigration enforcement by the Trump administration.
Senate Delivers Mass Ready Act to Build a More Resilient, Sustainable Massachusetts
April 15, 2026The Massachusetts Senate today passed the Mass Ready Act, an environmental bond bill that takes action to support the removal of ‘forever chemicals’ from drinking water, help municipalities withstand floods and droughts, and make outdoor recreation possible for more residents through improved trails and parks.
Senate Delivers Legislation to Lower Housing Costs, Expand Primary Care, Fund Immigrant Legal Aid, and Invest in Education and Transportation
April 9, 2026The Massachusetts Senate today approved a budget plan that pairs statewide education and transportation investments with innovative policies to spur new multifamily housing construction, boost the family medicine workforce, protect immigrants, and ease strained municipal budgets with regionally equitable Fair Share investments.
Legislature Delivers Cannabis Reforms to Support Economic Growth and a Maturing Market
April 9, 2026The Massachusetts Legislature acted today to strengthen oversight and accountability of the growing cannabis industry, encourage small business growth, and responsibly modernize restrictions for consumers.
Massachusetts Senate to Debate Environmental Protection, Infrastructure Bill
April 8, 2026The Massachusetts Senate next week will debate the Mass Ready Act, a $3.64 billion bond bill that guards infrastructure from climate change and severe weather, protects drinking water, and fosters environmental protection. The bill also supports the environment with reasonable limits on wasteful single-use plastic products.
Fact Sheet & Highlights: An Act to Build Resilience for Massachusetts Communities S.3050
April 8, 2026An Act to build resilience for Massachusetts communities takes bold steps toward cleaner ecosystems, including a ban on wasteful single-use plastics that pollute the environment.
Massachusetts Legislature Approves Health Insurance Funding for Public Employees
April 6, 2026Today the Massachusetts Legislature approved crucial funding to support health insurance coverage for the 460,000 public employees, retirees, and dependents who access health care through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC).