PETA Reacts to Freetown Animal Cruelty Case with 'Urgent Warning'
Following the recent rescue of a dog from a hot car by police officers in Freetown, PETA is warning about the importance of never leaving animals in hot cars.
Senator Mark Montigny
Montigny Reminds Public of Mass. Animal Cruelty Penalties
Sen. Mark Montigny says that leaving a pet locked inside a vehicle during hot summer temperatures is punishable by a fine and felony animal cruelty charges.
Montigny Frustrated As Distracted Driving Bill Stalls In Committe
The Conference Committee could not reach an agreement before the Legislature began it's August recess.
Montigny Secures Funding for Education, Arts, Children in Budget
The City of New Bedford will receive a slice of the pie in multiple areas for this fiscal year with a majority of it is reserved for education.
Montigny's Distracted Driving Bill Hung Up Heading Into Recess
Both branches held sessions from Wednesday afternoon until after 12:00 a.m. Thursday in what was expected to be the last day before a traditional August recess.
Lawmakers Present 'Conrad's Law' to Criminalize Suicide Coercion
Lawmakers introduced new legislation to criminalize suicide coercion in Massachusetts, while local officials showed support for what’s known as “Conrad’s Law.”
Senate Proposal to Expand Lobster Processing Reaches Baker's Desk
Experts say the global market for Massachusetts landed lobster will be more readily accommodated with the new law.
Montigny Brings Home Funds for Education, Opioids, Children, Arts
Montigny earmarked close to $1.2 million to benefit local children, provide opioid treatment, and deliver mental health counseling for law enforcement.
Montigny Files Legislation to Ban 'Cruel' Cat Declawing
Senator Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) has filed legislation on Beacon Hill that calls for eliminating the practice of declawing pet cats.
And Still No State Budget [OPINION]
Senators are on a long weekend with still no budget in place.