The Boston Globe reports that, “State lawmakers reached agreement Tuesday on compromise legislation that would establish parole eligibility for juveniles convicted of first-degree murder. Juveniles convicted of premeditated murder could be granted parole after 25 to 30 years, while those found guilty of murder with extreme atrocity or cruelty would be eligible after 30 years, …
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Comments from two constituents, Chris DeLorey and Anthony Kelly, illustrate opposing sides of the issue of lifting the enrollment cap from Massachusetts charter schools.
Jonathan Kamens urges that Massachusetts take a leadership role in restricting the ability of colleges and universities to adjudicate cases of alleged sexual assault internally rather than through local law enforcement.
Jim Berets asks about proposals at the state level to address the ownership of electronic assets of deceased residents.
View this post for cross-links to a number of education aid posts, including some analysis of the Chapter 70 funding formula.
Charles Sacre of Marlboro Street asks whether Will can help with needed repairs to Town sidewalks in Belmont.
