The Mass. Gaming Commission is particularly interested to see what, if anything, comes of an amendment the House added to its betting bill that would allow slot machines in venues other than the state's three licensed gaming facilities.
House and Senate negotiators announced Sunday night that they agreed to key changes in a 2016 voter-approved animal welfare law that should stave off looming shortages of eggs and pork products.
On Wednesday the state legislature sent the governor fresh maps redrawing the state's congressional district boundaries, over objections from senators on southeastern districts.
VTA drivers will hold a strike rally at the steps of the State House Thursday to call on lawmakers to advocate on their behalf for fair pay and benefits.