Senate Assistant Majority Leader Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem) announced Monday that the Massachusetts Senate voted unanimously to provide enhanced safety, stability, and educational opportunities for military families. The legislation advanced this week also positions the Commonwealth for greater federal defense investment and economic growth around its six military bases. An … [Read more...] about Senate strengthens support for Massachusetts military families
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Senate passes Crighton and Giannino transportation safety bills
Last Thursday, the Massachusetts Senate unanimously approved legislation improving the safety of drivers and telecom, gas, and electric utility workers with an expansion of the state’s Move Over law. Under "An Act relative to the Move Over Law," motorists would be required to slow down if they are approaching a stationary utility truck or a stopped vehicle with flashing … [Read more...] about Senate passes Crighton and Giannino transportation safety bills
Massachusetts legislature approves opioid crisis bill
Senate Assistant Majority Leader Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem) announced that the Massachusetts Legislature has approved legislation to combat the opioid crisis and support residents living with substance use disorder (SUD). The bill, H.5143, An Act Relative to Treatments and Coverage for Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Coach Licensure, expands non-opioid pain treatments, … [Read more...] about Massachusetts legislature approves opioid crisis bill