The Massachusetts State Senate on Thursday passed legislation that will help protect residents from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a mosquito-borne arbovirus that is rare but can be fatal. The legislation comes as the state prepares for what is expected to be another active season for mosquitos across the state.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts State Senate will engage in a listening session hosted by Senate President Karen E. Spilka, Senator Eric P. Lesser, Senator Patricia D. Jehlen, and Senator Adam G. Hinds on Massachusetts’ economic recovery, reinvestment and workforce on Friday, June 12 beginning at 11AM.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts State Senate is committed to urgently addressing racial inequities in the Commonwealth, to that end Senate President Karen E. Spilka has formed a bipartisan Senate Advisory Group onRacial Justice to review and recommend legislation to consider this session.
Read MoreI believe we are at a history-making moment, and the Massachusetts Senate is poised to meet that moment with action addressing racial inequity. We’re also taking action on other issues, like transportation, the mosquito-borne illness EEE, vote-by-mail and COVID-19 reopening. I cover it all in my weekly message.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts State Senate and Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday, June 4, 2020, to provide governance and fiscal flexibility for many municipalities grappling with public health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill has been signed into law.
Read MoreIn her weekly message, Senate President Karen Spilka addresses the recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery as well as the ongoing protests for justice and change.
Read MoreAddresses disparate impact of the COVID-19 on underserved and underrepresented populations
Read MoreAs we reopen the state’s economy, the Massachusetts State Senate is focused on the actions we need to take to support the recovery of our residents, our businesses and our communities.
Read MoreSenate President Karen E. Spilka took part in a virtual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday May 25, 2020 with state leaders to honor our fallen heroes.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts Legislature on Thursday May 21, 2020, passed a bill that will provide additional Unemployment Insurance (UI) relief to low-income families, non-profit institutions and employers.
Read MoreSenate President Karen E. Spilka is joined by her assistant Lincoln to offer an update on the state of reopening the Commonwealth amid COVID-19.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts State Senate convened Thursday for the first-ever remote session in the history of the body to pass legislation to allow short-term borrowing to meet the Commonwealth’s financial obligations.
Read MorePublic awareness effort launches today, championed by HHS Secretary Sudders and Senate President Spilka
Read MoreYour state senators are here to help you. Learn what resources we can provide as well as legislation we are working on, in my weekly update.
Read MoreLegislation will study disparities in treatment among communities of color
Read MoreLincoln took the day off, but I wanted to share with you a Senate update as well as what’s ahead as we confront COVID-19.
Read MoreA Statement from Senate President Karen E. Spilka and Senator John F. Keenan, Chair of the Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight
Read MoreAs I have said many times, if any state can come out of adversity and be stronger for it, it is Massachusetts. I love this state, and I am so deeply appreciative of our can-do spirit, our willingness to help each other, and how quickly we have come together to tackle the big challenges this crisis has presented.
Read MoreLincoln and I are back to remind you to wear your mask and to continue to social distance. We also share more about the Senate’s ongoing efforts to address critical safety net issues, nursing homes and ensuring equity in our COVID-19 response.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts State Senate on Thursday April 23, 2020 passed legislation that makes it easier for residents who have lost incomes due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis to access critical safety net programs.
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