The funding for the highway component of this project will come from toll money. However, the rest of the project remains without identified funding sources. At both the state and federal level there is a finite amount of money available for transit projects. Solving the funding challenges for this project is a top priority for Senator Brownsberger and other neighborhood legislators.
Lawmakers urged to protect children from sexual abuse by educators
WCVB reports??? on legislation (S.868? and S.869?) before the Joint Committee on The Judiciary regarding the of the age of consent for sexual relations. Senator Brownsberger said “We take it very seriously when people in positions of authority abuse that authority. So I am very hopeful we can make appropriate changes along the lines suggested by these bills.”
Notes on Watertown-Cambridge Greenway Meeting
Roughly 100 people attended the meeting on Monday, November 30. The meeting was positive but a number of concerns were raised. Representative Hecht summarized our shared commitment to getting the details right and getting the project done.
Stricter Seat Belt Laws?
Before Thanksgiving, the Judiciary Committee heard testimony in support of a bill to tighten the state’s seat belt law. I’m considering supporting the change, based on the compelling evidence that it would save lives. As always, I’d appreciate hearing your thoughts.
MA Senate 2015 AccompIishments interactive infographic
We share this MA Senate 2015 Accomplishments interactive infographic provided by the Senate President’s office. Simply click on issue area icons and the text below each subject to learn more about the process, commentary, and conversation that was involved in achieving each initiative.
Congresswoman Clark announces Dec. 3 public forum on airplane noise
We share this invitation from Congresswoman Katherine Clark to attend a public forum with the FAA on airplane noise to be held on Thursday, December 3, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Milton High School. The event is open to residents of all communities affected by the increase in airplane noise from Logan Airport.