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Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
The conversation about digital afterlife
Opinion polling is poor guide to policy as to a decedent’s email accounts, but there are some good approaches under discussion.
Future of the MBTA
For those who care about the future of public transit, the MBTA’s 2040 planning process is an important one to watch and participate in.
Retroactive application of new alimony rules
House 740, a bill before the Judiciary Committee, would reopen for dispute financial arrangements in many older divorces. I cannot support House 740 and have referred it for further study.
Senate Climate Bill
Earlier this week, Senator Pacheco’s Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change released an omnibus bill climate change bill. The bill combines dozens of ideas for reducing carbon emissions, including authorizations for powerful new market mechanisms.
Increasing Education Aid
Overall, state aid to schools is inadequate. I hope we can pass the “millionaire’s tax” this November and use the proceeds to increase school aid under a simpler, more rational formula.