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Senate Ways and Means Releases Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Recommendations
May 5, 2026The Senate Committee on Ways and Means today released a $63.3 billion budget plan for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) that invests responsibly in key areas like public education and support for municipalities, unlocks new opportunities for housing growth, and stewards the Commonwealth’s core commitments to its residents.
Senate Leaders Announce Highest Local Aid Proposal in State History
May 4, 2026The Massachusetts Senate today announced the highest local aid proposal in state history, as the Senate Committee on Ways and Means recommended a $1.376 billion investment in the Commonwealth’s 351 cities and towns.
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.