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Legislators rush major bills as Beacon Hill hosts NFIB virtual session

By Bay State News | Aug 30, 2024

Beacon Hill recently experienced a quiet year until legislators introduced eight significant bills during the last day of their session.

Average VA home loan amount in Massachusetts increases in Q2

By Bay State News | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Massachusetts during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $453,088, a 0.9% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Massachusetts lawmakers evaluated on support for small businesses by NFIB

By Bay State News | Aug 29, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its 2023-24 legislative Voting Record, which evaluates Massachusetts lawmakers based on their support for small business concerns.

Massachusetts inflation under national average as of July 2024

By Bay State News | Aug 28, 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.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Massachusetts average $426,296 for Q2

By Bay State News | Aug 27, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Massachusetts for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $426,296, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Early voting starts August 24 for Massachusetts State Primary

By Bay State News | Aug 21, 2024

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.

Inflation tops list of concerns for Massachusetts' small businesses

By Bay State News | Aug 21, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published the 11th edition of its quadrennial report, "Small Business Problems and Priorities."

Inflation remains top concern for Massachusetts small businesses: NFIB report

By Bay State News | Aug 13, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, highlighting ongoing challenges faced by small businesses in Massachusetts due to inflation.

Massachusetts voters to decide on phasing out tipped wages

By Bay State News | Aug 12, 2024

Advocates in Massachusetts have successfully placed a question on the 2024 state ballot that could phase out the tipped wage for service workers.

Massachusetts legislature ends session with unresolved key bills

By Bay State News | Aug 12, 2024

The Massachusetts House and Senate extended their session past midnight on August 1st, yet concluded with minimal legislative achievements.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Massachusetts increases from Q1 to Q2

By Bay State News | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Massachusetts during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $426,296, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Massachusetts among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Bay State News | Aug 8, 2024

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.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Massachusetts during July

By Bay State News | Aug 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Massachusetts in July.

FDA Inspection: What type of Massachusetts companies were under most scrutiny during July?

By Bay State News | Aug 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Food and Cosmetics companies from Massachusetts in July.

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