Average cost of college education in Massachusetts rises for students in 2022-23 school year
College tuition fees rose 3.4% in Massachusetts in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
Analysis: Massachusetts one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Bay State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Massachusetts is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.
- VA provides 530 home loans in Massachusetts totaling $240.1 million in Q2
- Massachusetts experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of August 2024
- VA provides 303 home purchase loans in Massachusetts in Q2
- Common Cause Massachusetts launches volunteer-driven election protection program for November elections
- Massachusetts receives $32.4 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q2
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Individual income tax revenue up 10% from previous quarter in Massachusetts
The first quarter brought in $5.4 billion in individual income tax revenue for Massachusetts, a 10% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
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Massachusetts earns high marks on Common Cause's democracy scorecard
Common Cause, a nonpartisan watchdog organization, has released its 2024 "Democracy Scorecard," evaluating every member of Congress on their support for voting rights, Supreme Court ethics, and other reforms.
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Analysis: Massachusetts one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Bay State News shows that Massachusetts is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.
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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Massachusetts in Q2 vs. Q1 2024
The VA issued 76 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Massachusetts during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 12 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
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Early voter turnout shows significant increase with new voting options
Boston, MA—According to Secretary of State William Galvin, by the time polls opened at 7 a.m. this morning, nearly half a million voters (9.8% of all registered voters) had returned ballots by mail or in person. Overall turnout appears to be historically high compared to recent primary elections.
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Which type of Massachusetts companies were inspected the most by FDA in August?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Food and Cosmetics companies from Massachusetts in August.
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Massachusetts inflation under national average as of July 2024
As of July 2024, Massachusetts experienced a 17% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.
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Early voting starts August 24 for Massachusetts State Primary
Early voting begins this Saturday, August 24, for the State Primary Election in Massachusetts. This date also marks the deadline for in-person or online voter registration. According to state regulations, early voting must commence 10 days before state primary elections.
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Analysis: Massachusetts among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Bay State News shows that Massachusetts is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.
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Massachusetts enacts law banning guns at polling locations
Governor Healey has signed a new gun reform bill into law, aimed at enhancing public safety and ensuring safer elections in Massachusetts. The legislation includes a ban on guns within 150 feet of polling sites during election day and the early voting period, aligning with the existing electioneering buffer zone. This measure has been a legislative priority for Common Cause Massachusetts members.