The legislature enacted today a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. We should not put tenants or homeowners out on the street while we are trying to enforce social distancing.
Eviction/Foreclosure Moratorium
Conferees representing the House and Senate have agreed on the terms of an eviction and foreclosure moratorium.
COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Claims Update
The Federal CARES Act extended the length of benefits, increased benefit amounts, and expanded access to unemployment benefits for self-employed, contractors, gig workers, and those receiving 1099s. The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has been working to implement these expansions.
COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments
Details about direct payments many taxpayers will receive from the federal CARES
Legislature Passes Bill to Help Vulnerable Residents, Support Schools Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Provisions address homelessness and MCAS testing requirements
No MCAS this Spring
Today the Senate and House agreed on legislation to waive the MCAS test for students this spring. The legislation sits on the Governor’s desk for his approval.