Hands-Free Bill Fast-Tracked
A bill targeting the behavior of motorists in Massachusetts is suddenly in the fast lane.
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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.
Bill Proposes Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers
A push is on to require that tipped workers in Massachusetts be paid at least the minimum wage.
Flame Retardant Bill Dies on Baker’s Desk
Gov. Charlie Baker will not sign into law a ban on certain chemical flame retardants in household goods, citing concerns with the bill.
How Donald, Chuck and Nancy Can All Claim Victory [OPINION]
A common sense solution to once and for all enact a plan to thwart unfettered and illegal access to America by migrants and human traffickers.
Montigny Backs Baker, Quinn Dangerousness Reform Bill
Senator Mark Montigny is voicing his support for legislation filed by Governor Baker, and supported by District Attorney Thomas Quinn, to provide bail reforms.
House Passes Magnuson-Stevens Reauthorization
The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 200, reauthorizing the Magnuson-Stevens Act but implementing better local control for commercial fishing.
Compromise Reached on ‘Red Flag’ Gun Bill in Massachusetts
Legislators have resolved differences over a proposal to allow for the temporary removal of firearms from people considered a danger to themselves or others.
Climate Change Bill Expected to Clear Massachusetts House
A bill authorizing Massachusetts to borrow up to $300 million to better prepare for the effects of climate change is expected to clear the House.
Major Justice Reform Bill Clears Legislature with Little Opposition
With only a whiff of opposition, the Massachusetts Legislature Wednesday passed a broad package of criminal justice system reforms that languished for years.