As the first leg of the 2013-14 legislative cycle wound down this evening (November 20), we wrapped up time critical legislation, but we left other major legislation until January. Massachusetts …
Daily Archives: December 14, 2013
Belmont to See Increase in Round One of Community Preservation Trust Fund Distribution by DOR
The Community Preservation Act, signed into law in 2000, authorizes communities to create local Community Preservation Funds for the purpose of open space protection, affordable housing, outdoor recreation, and historic …
Massachusetts Leads in Veteran Services
Massachusetts Leads in Veteran Services Please find below a Press Release from the Veterans Affairs Committee about spending on veterans’ needs. It is a summary state-to-state comparison, but does …
The Boston Mayor’s Race
Congratulations to Marty Walsh and to John Connolly for running honorable campaigns for a big job. They are both special people who care deeply about the city and who care enough to give their …
Legislative Updates — History
See the links below for summary pieces on legislative activity. Will’s wrap-up of the 2013 session. Will’s wrap-up of election law changes in the 2012 formal session (ending July 31) …
Inequality
Ultimately, most of what we do in government is designed to assure prosperity for all. Notes on inequality — solutions and responses Notes on inequality — automation and globalization as …