Earlier this week, the Massachusetts State Senate passed S.2545, An Act fostering voter opportunities, trust, equity and security (the VOTES Act). This comprehensive voting reform bill permanently codifies mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020.
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Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds
ARPA allocated $5.3 billion in Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds to Massachusetts.
August Coronavirus Local Recovery Funds Update
Update on Coronavirus local aid as of August 2021.
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Payments Update
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) allocated funding to states, counties, and municipalities to cover costs incurred related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Logistics about the timeline for payments can be found here.
FY22 Chapter 90 Distribution
Yesterday the Senate passed a Chapter 90 authorization bill. Chapter 90 funds are the primary source of funding that the Commonwealth provides to cities and towns for road maintenance and repair.
Small Business Grants
Massachusetts has created a grant program for small businesses affected by COVID-19.