Healey administration postpones clean heat standard amid concerns over rising energy costs
Energy policy discussions have returned to Beacon Hill as Massachusetts faces rising energy bills during the winter.
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Senate passes bipartisan act led by Common Cause for greater ballot spending transparency
The Massachusetts Senate has unanimously approved the Ballot Spending Transparency Act (H.868/S.507), a bill designed to strengthen disclosure requirements for spending on statewide ballot questions.
Massachusetts Legislature returns with focus on energy costs and employer challenges
Massachusetts lawmakers are set to return to Beacon Hill on Wednesday, January 7, for the second year of the legislative session.
Voting groups move against DOJ bid for Massachusetts voter data
Voting rights organizations and a Massachusetts voter have moved to intervene in a federal case to prevent the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from obtaining personal data of Massachusetts voters.
Voting groups move against DOJ bid for Massachusetts voter data
Voting rights organizations and a Massachusetts voter have moved to intervene in a federal case to prevent the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from obtaining personal data of Massachusetts voters.
Bill advances requiring hybrid public meetings across Massachusetts
A bill to update Massachusetts’ Open Meeting Law and require hybrid meetings has advanced in the legislature, drawing support from disability rights, press freedom, and civic groups.
Boston seeks higher commercial property tax share as legislative stalemate continues
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is seeking approval from state lawmakers to increase the allowable split between commercial and residential property taxes beyond the current 175% cap.