Lawmakers Start Talks on Final Hands-Free Bill
Lawmakers began efforts Wednesday to resolve differences in hands-free driving safety bills passed by the House and Senate.
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Senate Unanimously Passes Montigny Cell Phone Ban
After 15 years of trying, it looks like Sen. Mark Montigny's proposed ban on handheld cell phone use while driving is finally about to become law.
Riley: New Bedford Charter School Will Add 594 Seats
An innovative but controversial proposal to allow a New Bedford charter school to open a new campus is now officially off the table.
Riley Continues to Mull New Bedford Charter
Education Commissioner Jeff Riley said Friday morning he is "still looking into" how to handle a New Bedford charter school expansion
New Bedford Charter School Expansion Bill Blocked in House
A bill state education officials want to see passed by month's end to execute a deal between New Bedford and a charter school hit a speed bump Thursday.
Window Shortening for New Bedford Charter Bill
The clock is ticking for lawmakers to act on a bill needed to execute a deal between New Bedford officials and a charter school looking to expand in the city.
U.S. House Votes to Recognize Mashpee Wampanoag
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 275-146 Wednesday for legislation sponsored by Rep. William Keating to give federal recognition to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe.
MA House Passes Hands-Free Cell Phone Driving Bill
State representatives invoked the memories of people killed in distracted driving crashes on Wednesday before voting 155-2 to pass a bill banning motorists from using handheld cellphones and electronic devices behind the wheel.
Hands-Free Cell Phone Bill Fast-Tracked in State House
A bill targeting the behavior of motorists in Massachusetts is suddenly in the fast lane.
Montigny's Hands-Free Cell Phone Bill Gets Hearing
The fight continues for State Senator Mark Montigny as he pushes for passage of his hands-free cell phone bill.