2007 Press Releases,Governor of Massachusetts,Commonwealth of Massachusetts http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007pressreleases.xml http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007pressreleases.html © 2011 Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2011-11-07T00:00:00Z Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/boston-lawyer-nominated-to-superior-court.html 2007-12-28T00:00:00Z 2007-12-28T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick today announced the nomination of Christine M. Roach to fill a vacancy on the Massachusetts Superior Court. Roach, a litigator with the Boston law firm, Roach & Carpenter, also serves as Special Outside Counsel to the City of Boston.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/investment-in-land-conservation-bridges-and.html 2007-12-21T00:00:00Z 2007-12-21T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today filed legislation making an unprecedented commitment to land conservation and investment in transportation infrastructure and recreational facilities operated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/51-million-in-grants-for-violence-prevention.html 2007-12-20T00:00:00Z 2007-12-20T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today awarded two sets of grants totaling more than $5.1 million to organizations throughout Massachusetts to support crime and violence prevention efforts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/office-of-the-child-advocate-established.html 2007-12-20T00:00:00Z 2007-12-20T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today signed an Executive Order establishing the Office of the Child Advocate responsible for investigation into critical incidents involving children in custody of or receiving services from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/mass-china-relationship-progresses.html 2007-12-10T00:00:00Z 2007-12-10T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today highlighted progress made on the Massachusetts-China relationship during the Commonwealth¿s first governor-led trade mission to China in seven years, including agreements signed between life science and clean energy groups in Massachusetts and China, a new exchange opportunity for the University of Massachusetts and moving a step closer to nonstop air service from Boston to Beijing.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/nominations-encouraged-for-above-and-beyond-award.html 2007-12-10T00:00:00Z 2007-12-10T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray today encouraged residents of Massachusetts to submit civilian nominations for the Congressional Medal of Honor Society¿s Above & Beyond Citizen Honors.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/massachusetts-technology-center-in-china-announced.html 2007-12-07T00:00:00Z 2007-12-07T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick attended the official opening of the Massachusetts Technology Center on Thursday at the Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, encouraging innovation and collaboration between businesses in Massachusetts and China.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/china-and-the-commonwealth-boost-medical.html 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick and members of the Massachusetts-China Partnership delegation today announced a formal agreement reached between the Massachusetts Medical Device Industry Council (MassMEDIC) and the Chinese Association for Medical Device Industry (CAMDI) to promote economic and technical development collaborations and partnerships from both sides.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/health-insurance-enrollment-nears-300000.html 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray today joined legislators and other health care reform leaders to celebrate continued growth in the number of people signing up for health insurance, announcing that more than 300,000 Massachusetts residents will have signed up for health insurance by January 1.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-commission-against-discrimination-chair.html 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick has named Malcolm S. Medley, a recent appointee to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), as the Commission¿s new Chairman. With the designation of Medley as chair, Sunila Thomas-George, currently Acting Chief of Enforcement at MCAD, has been appointed to the vacant seat.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/statement-on-everett-tanker-fire.html 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z 2007-12-05T00:00:00Z

The following is a statement of Governor Deval Patrick on the fire caused by the tanker explosion in Everett this morning. The Governor is currently in China on a trade mission to strengthen the Massachusetts-China relationship.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/economic-partnership-with-china-addressed-at.html 2007-12-03T00:00:00Z 2007-12-03T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today outlined his vision for a strong economic partnership between Massachusetts and China during remarks to local leaders, students and faculty at Tsinghua University.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/foreclosure-prevention-legislation.html 2007-11-30T00:00:00Z 2007-11-30T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick has signed landmark legislation designed to offer much needed relief to existing homeowners and ensure the necessary legal and regulatory framework is in place to prevent the ongoing occurrence of the mortgage-related issues the Commonwealth is dealing with today.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/29-billion-transportation-bond-bill-filed.html 2007-11-29T00:00:00Z 2007-11-29T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today filed a three-year, $2.9 billion transportation bond bill, making significant improvements to the Commonwealth¿s long-neglected network of roads, bridges, and mass transit.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commonwealth-corps-bill-signed.html 2007-11-27T00:00:00Z 2007-11-27T00:00:00Z

Before joining with members of his staff and others to sort donations at the Greater Boston Food Bank, Governor Deval Patrick today signed into legislation a bill creating the Commonwealth Corps, a program that will allow residents across Massachusetts to improve and rebuild their communities through service.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commonwealths-trade-mission-trip-to-china-2.html 2007-11-27T00:00:00Z 2007-11-27T00:00:00Z

The Patrick Administration today announced details for the Commonwealth¿s trade mission to China. Governor Deval Patrick will travel with a team of business executives, academic leaders and senior government officials next week to continue his work building trust and credibility in the growing relationship between Massachusetts and China.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/interagency-council-on-homelessness-and.html 2007-11-18T00:00:00Z 2007-11-18T00:00:00Z

Before serving a pre-Thanksgiving Day meal to clients of the Boston Rescue Mission, Governor Deval Patrick today signed an Executive Order reconstituting the Interagency Council on Homelessness and Housing, creating a formal structure to improve the coordination of services and programs to aid homeless residents and to develop, implement and monitor initiatives to end homelessness.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/housing-production-and-preservation-bill-filed.html 2007-11-16T00:00:00Z 2007-11-16T00:00:00Z

To foster long-term economic growth and make home ownership more accessible for all residents, Governor Deval Patrick today filed a $1.1 billion bond bill to support the creation and preservation of affordable housing and community development projects across the Commonwealth over the next five years.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/friendly-mls-cup-wager.html 2007-11-16T00:00:00Z 2007-11-16T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today placed a friendly wager with Texas Governor Rick Perry on the 2007 Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup this weekend between the New England Revolution and the Houston Dynamo at the RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/tidelands-permitting-bill-signed.html 2007-11-15T00:00:00Z 2007-11-15T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law a consensus bill re-establishing title clarity for properties built in landlocked filled tidelands and granted regulatory exemption from the state¿s Chapter 91 licensing process for waterfront properties.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/appeals-court-nominations.html 2007-11-14T00:00:00Z 2007-11-14T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick announced today the nomination of a highly regarded Worcester Superior Court judge, a gifted academic and appellate lawyer, and a talented Boston litigator to fill three vacancies on the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/buffer-zone-bill-signed.html 2007-11-13T00:00:00Z 2007-11-13T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law a bill expanding the protected area around reproductive health facilities in Massachusetts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/public-safety-understanding-signed-with-quebec.html 2007-11-12T00:00:00Z 2007-11-12T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray and Secretary of Public Safety and Security Kevin M. Burke today signed an understanding between the Commonwealth and the government of Quebec to enhance security and public safety.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/nation-leading-biofuel-measures-unveiled.html 2007-11-05T00:00:00Z 2007-11-05T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick, Senate President Therese Murray, and House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi today announced legislation they are jointly backing to promote advanced biofuels as a way to reduce dependence on foreign oil, capture clean-air benefits, and capitalize on clean-fuel research for economic growth and jobs.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/darfur-divestment-bill-signed.html 2007-11-02T00:00:00Z 2007-11-02T00:00:00Z

Acknowledging the violence and human suffering plaguing the Sudanese people of Darfur, Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law a bill ending the state¿s investment in certain companies that are complicit in genocide in Sudan.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/emergency-home-heating-announced.html 2007-10-31T00:00:00Z 2007-10-31T00:00:00Z

In recognition of the home heating crisis confronting many elderly residents and low-income families, Governor Patrick, Senate President Therese Murray and House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi today announced emergency legislation to provide $15 million in state funding to supplement federal funding for Federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/appointments-to-mcad-announced.html 2007-10-30T00:00:00Z 2007-10-30T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick today named Malcolm S. Medley as the new Commissioner on the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD). The Governor also appointed three new members to the MCAD Advisory Board, naming Thomas J. Gallitano as chair and Albert M. Toney III and Tani E. Sapirstein as co-vice-chairs.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/park-development-grants-announced.html 2007-10-26T00:00:00Z 2007-10-26T00:00:00Z

From a harborwalk in Barnstable to a renovated stadium and ballfield in Pittsfield, the Patrick-Murray Administration today announced 21 grants for roughly $7.8 million to help communities across the Commonwealth create or improve municipal parks.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/energy-technology-partnership-announced.html 2007-10-25T00:00:00Z 2007-10-25T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced that national energy company Dominion is joining with Cambridge¿based start-up GreatPoint Energy to build a demonstration facility and research-and-development center for GreatPoint¿s natural gas conversion process at Dominion¿s Brayton Point power plant, the largest fossil fuel-fired power plant in New England.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/coast-guard-decision-applauded.html 2007-10-24T00:00:00Z 2007-10-24T00:00:00Z

United States Coast Guard Captain Ray Nash today announced the planned LNG terminal in Fall River is not suitable for safety and security reasons. The decision reflects the Coast Guard¿s independent assessment of Weaver Cove Company¿s proposal.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/two-nominated-for-parole-board.html 2007-10-24T00:00:00Z 2007-10-24T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced he has nominated Leticia S. Mu¿oz and re-nominated Maureen Walsh to sit on the state Parole Board.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/25-million-broadband-bond-bill-filed.html 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z

Focusing on one of his key economic development priorities, Governor Deval Patrick today filed a $25 million bond bill to make targeted investments in broadband infrastructure in Massachusetts communities without high-speed Internet access.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/foreclosure-prevention-plan-unveiled.html 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today joined state and local officials, non-profit leaders, mortgage lenders and city homeowners, to unveil his comprehensive foreclosure prevention plan designed to keep people in their homes and to stabilize neighborhoods across the Commonwealth.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commonwealths-trade-mission-trip-to-china-1.html 2007-10-16T00:00:00Z 2007-10-16T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced he will lead a trade mission to China with a team of business executives, academic leaders and senior government officials later this fall, continuing his work to build trust and credibility in the growing relationship between Massachusetts and China.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/resort-casino-legislation-filed-2.html 2007-10-11T00:00:00Z 2007-10-11T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today filed legislation to authorize up to three destination resort casinos, a proposal that would create more than 20,000 jobs across the Commonwealth and generate millions of dollars in revenue to make critical transportation improvements and provide immediate property tax relief to more than a million homeowners.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/2-billion-higher-education-bond-bill-to-be-filed.html 2007-10-09T00:00:00Z 2007-10-09T00:00:00Z

Focusing on improving the quality of education for all Massachusetts students, Governor Deval Patrick tomorrow will file a 10-year, $2 billion Higher Education bond bill making an historic capital investment in the Commonwealth's public colleges and universities.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/springfield-and-commonwealth-partnership-announced.html 2007-10-03T00:00:00Z 2007-10-03T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today launched the Springfield Partnership ¿ a new collaboration between the City and the Commonwealth to augment the work of the Finance Control Board to develop a working economy that will sustain a working community.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/zero-tolerance-domestic-violence-policy-announced.html 2007-10-01T00:00:00Z 2007-10-01T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick and First Lady Diane Patrick today announced a zero-tolerance policy for domestic violence in Massachusetts, while highlighting more than $5 million in federal and state funding for prevention programs.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/state-workers-benefit-bill-signed-into-law.html 2007-09-27T00:00:00Z 2007-09-27T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval L. Patrick today signed into law the Majority Authorization bill, which will provide more Massachusetts workers with the opportunity to organize to achieve economic justice and prosperity in the 21st century economy.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/lt-gov-leads-municipal-cabinet-on-listening.html 2007-09-26T00:00:00Z 2007-09-26T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray, the Municipal Affairs Coordinating Cabinet and Director of Municipal Affairs Robert G. Nunes. The listening tour will take the Municipal Cabinet across the Commonwealth to five stops. The regional meetings will focus on technology, civil service, health insurance, purchasing, capital asset management and human resources.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/circuit-court-justice-nominated-to-hampden.html 2007-09-25T00:00:00Z 2007-09-25T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick announced today that he has nominated Probate and Family Court Associate Circuit Justice Anne M. Geoffrion, 53, to the Hampden County Division of the Probate and Family Court.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/plans-for-career-day-announced.html 2007-09-25T00:00:00Z 2007-09-25T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced plans for a day-long ¿Massachusetts Career Day¿ on Thursday October 18, 2007.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/over-2-million-in-infrastructure-grants-announced.html 2007-09-24T00:00:00Z 2007-09-24T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced $2.4 million in state grants to the town of Andover to launch the long awaited I-93 Interchange and support the local road improvements that will support 100 new jobs and future expansion at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals and the long term economic vitality of a region that has been land locked due to the lack of accessibility.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/five-new-members-appointed-to-umass-board-of.html 2007-09-18T00:00:00Z 2007-09-18T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today appointed five new members to the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees, continuing to strengthen a team to carry forward his vision for a comprehensive, coordinated education system in the Commonwealth.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/destination-resort-casino-plan-unveiled.html 2007-09-17T00:00:00Z 2007-09-17T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced his decision to support the authorization of three destination resort casinos to be built in different regions of the state.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/labor-relations-agencies-restructured.html 2007-09-14T00:00:00Z 2007-09-14T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick has filed Article 87 legislation to restructure the state¿s three labor agencies charged with resolving Massachusetts public labor disputes, the Board of Conciliation and Arbitration (BCA), Labor Relations Commission (LRC), and Joint Labor-Management Committee (JLMC).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/readiness-project-volunteers-appointed.html 2007-09-14T00:00:00Z 2007-09-14T00:00:00Z

Drawing on a wealth of talent, experience and practical expertise across all aspects of education, Governor Patrick today released the names of the more than 150 Massachusetts citizens appointed to subcommittees of the Readiness Project Leadership Council.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/child-support-evaders-spotlighted.html 2007-09-10T00:00:00Z 2007-09-10T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray today unveiled the latest edition of the Department of Revenue¿s Ten Most Wanted poster for failure to pay child support, which includes some of the most willful evaders of their basic parental responsibility to care for their children.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-members-of-early-education-and-care-board.html 2007-09-06T00:00:00Z 2007-09-06T00:00:00Z

Underscoring his commitment to providing quality services to the Commonwealth¿s youngest residents, Governor Deval Patrick today named two new members to the Board of Early Education and Care. The Governor named to the board Sharon Scott-Chandler and J.D. Chesloff ¿ both parents of young children.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/executive-director-for-the-office-of-refugees.html 2007-08-30T00:00:00Z 2007-08-30T00:00:00Z

Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. JudyAnn Bigby announced today that she has appointed Richard Chac¿n as Executive Director for the Office of Refugees and Immigrants (ORI).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/board-of-education-chair-appointed.html 2007-08-22T00:00:00Z 2007-08-22T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today appointed widely respected educator and policy activist S. Paul Reville as chairman of the State Board of Education, as he continues to assemble an experienced team of leaders to carry forward his vision for public education in Massachusetts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/board-of-education-chair-appointed.html 2007-08-22T00:00:00Z 2007-08-22T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today appointed widely respected educator and policy activist S. Paul Reville as chairman of the State Board of Education, as he continues to assemble an experienced team of leaders to carry forward his vision for public education in Massachusetts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/boston-resident-appointed-to-turnpike.html 2007-08-21T00:00:00Z 2007-08-21T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced the appointment of business executive Thomas Stephens to the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority (MTA) Board of Directors.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/worcester-resident-appointed-to-turnpike.html 2007-08-17T00:00:00Z 2007-08-17T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/joseph-c-carter-to-lead-ma-national-guard.html 2007-08-15T00:00:00Z 2007-08-15T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced the selection of Brigadier General Joseph C. Carter as the next Adjutant General (TAG) of the Massachusetts National Guard.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-higher-education-chairman-appointed.html 2007-08-15T00:00:00Z 2007-08-15T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced the appointment of Fred W. Clark as Chairman of the state¿s Board of Higher Education.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/capital-investment-plan-announced.html 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced a five-year capital investment plan that includes billions of dollars for higher education facilities, road and bridge repairs, transportation projects, housing, and environmental protection.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commonwealth-readiness-project-launched.html 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z

Heralding the Commonwealth¿s moral and statutory obligation to assure every child access to a world education to reach his or her full potential, Governor Deval Patrick today named the council that will develop a 10-year strategic plan to continuously improve public education.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/id-theft-prevention-bill-signed.html 2007-08-03T00:00:00Z 2007-08-03T00:00:00Z

Responding to one of the fastest growing threats facing Massachusetts consumers today, Governor Deval Patrick has signed into law comprehensive identity theft prevention legislation requiring businesses and governments to notify consumers when their data is lost or stolen and sets standards for the disposal of records containing personal information.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/beach-maintenance-plans-outlined.html 2007-08-01T00:00:00Z 2007-08-01T00:00:00Z

On a walking tour of historic Revere Beach with Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Ian Bowles and Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Commissioner Richard K. Sullivan Jr., Governor Deval Patrick today announced steps toward improving maintenance at state beaches in the metropolitan Boston area as well as a top-to-bottom review of DCR as part of a plan to refocus the department on its core mission of parks, forests, and beaches.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-takes-fiscally-responsible-approach.html 2007-07-31T00:00:00Z 2007-07-31T00:00:00Z

In anticipation of the administration¿s soon-to-be released 5-year capital plan, Governor Patrick announced today that he will raise the state¿s borrowing limit for infrastructure improvements to $1.5 billion this year, and cap subsequent growth at an additional $125 million a year.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/judge-margot-botsford-nominated-to-sjc.html 2007-07-26T00:00:00Z 2007-07-26T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced today that he has nominated Superior Court Judge Margot Botsford, 60, to the Supreme Judicial Court.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/bill-filed-to-help-business-owners-affected-by.html 2007-07-25T00:00:00Z 2007-07-25T00:00:00Z

Two days after visiting with victims of the Uxbridge Bernat Mill fire, Governor Deval Patrick today filed legislation to provide tax relief to the dozens of citizens and business owners impacted by last Saturday¿s fire.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/key-parts-of-municipal-partnership-act-signed.html 2007-07-25T00:00:00Z 2007-07-25T00:00:00Z

Joined by legislative leaders and local officials, Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law two key pieces of his proposed Municipal Partnership Act that will provide communities with the tools to help relieve the pressure on property taxes by allowing them to join the state health insurance plan and by merging underperforming local pension funds with the state¿s high-performing system.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-signs-law-to-promote-film-production.html 2007-07-20T00:00:00Z 2007-07-20T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick, joined by legislative leaders and supporters, today signed a bill to expand the film tax credit law, making Massachusetts a more attractive location to film makers and boosting the Commonwealth¿s creative economy.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-agency-leaders-named.html 2007-07-20T00:00:00Z 2007-07-20T00:00:00Z

Secretary of Administration and Finance Leslie Kirwan today announced her selection of Anne Margulies as Assistant Secretary for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer and her selection of Shelly Taylor as Chief Administrative Magistrate of the Division of Administrative Law Appeals.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/life-sciences-legislation-filed.html 2007-07-19T00:00:00Z 2007-07-19T00:00:00Z

Joined by legislative leaders at a special Joint Session of the Legislature, Governor Deval Patrick today filed legislation providing for a major investment in and expansion of the Life Sciences industry in Massachusetts. The legislation is a comprehensive plan to make Massachusetts the global leader in the life sciences industry.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-signs-268-billion-budget.html 2007-07-12T00:00:00Z 2007-07-12T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law a $26.8 billion FY 2008 state budget that increases state aid for local communities, lays the foundation for the next phase of education reform, restores public health programs and makes state government more efficient and effective.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/flags-lowered-for-soldiers-killed-in-action.html 2007-07-03T00:00:00Z 2007-07-03T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced that he has ordered all state buildings to lower flags to half-staff on the day any Massachusetts solider killed in a war zone is laid to rest.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-senior-advisor-appointed.html 2007-07-02T00:00:00Z 2007-07-02T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced the appointment to his senior staff of Charlotte Golar Richie as Senior Advisor for Federal, State, and Community Affairs. Golar Richie most recently served the City of Boston as Cabinet Chief of Housing and Director of the Department of Neighborhood Development (DND), managing housing and economic development programs and advising Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino on policy, legislation and community relations.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/re-activated-veterans-affairs-advisory-council.html 2007-06-29T00:00:00Z 2007-06-29T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick and Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray today named members to the Governor¿s Advisory council on Veterans¿ Services to guide the administration on how best to assist Massachusetts veterans and their families.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/46-million-for-readiness-project.html 2007-06-28T00:00:00Z 2007-06-28T00:00:00Z

Laying the foundation for his cradle-to-career education plan, Governor Deval Patrick announced today targeted investments that will jumpstart new innovative programs, begin building and training additional teachers and give the Readiness Project the tools and information it needs to create a world-class, comprehensive public education system.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/aggressive-energy-efficiency-goal-set.html 2007-06-25T00:00:00Z 2007-06-25T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick has directed Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Ian Bowles to develop, by September 1, a plan to achieve an aggressive energy- and cost-saving goal set by the Governor, House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi and Senate President Therese Murray: meeting all growth in electricity demand by energy efficiency, rather than power generation, within three years.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/renewable-energy-test-site-announced.html 2007-06-25T00:00:00Z 2007-06-25T00:00:00Z

U.S. Secretary of Energy Samuel Bodman today informed Governor Deval Patrick that Massachusetts has been chosen as the site for a National Renewable Energy Laboratory Wind Technology Testing Center.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/lt-gov-testifies-in-support-of-anti-crime-package.html 2007-06-21T00:00:00Z 2007-06-21T00:00:00Z

Lieutenant Governor Timothy P. Murray testified today before the Joint Committee on the Judiciary in support of House Bill 3991, An Act to Reduce Gun Violence and in support of House Bill 501, An Act to Enhance Information Sharing Concerning At-Risk Juveniles.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/development-cabinet-formalized.html 2007-06-20T00:00:00Z 2007-06-20T00:00:00Z

In an effort to promote economic development and help create new jobs across the Commonwealth, Governor Deval Patrick today signed an Executive Order formally establishing his Development Cabinet.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/readiness-project-review-to-include-umass.html 2007-06-19T00:00:00Z 2007-06-19T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced that his recently created Readiness Project will include a review of the University of Massachusetts system

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/council-to-address-sexual-assault-and-domestic.html 2007-06-18T00:00:00Z 2007-06-18T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval L. Patrick today announced the recent filing of an executive order re-establishing the Governor¿s Council to Address Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. The executive order restructures the Council and calls for specific projects to help the Council focus its work.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/acting-dor-commissioner-named.html 2007-06-11T00:00:00Z 2007-06-11T00:00:00Z

Secretary for Administration and Finance Leslie Kirwan today appointed Henry Dormitzer, undersecretary for Administration and Finance, to serve as interim Commissioner for the Department of Revenue (DOR).

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/mortgage-fraud-legislation-filed.html 2007-06-11T00:00:00Z 2007-06-11T00:00:00Z

Today Governor Deval Patrick filed legislation to criminalize mortgage fraud as part of a comprehensive plan to prevent predatory lending and protect families facing foreclosures. The bill follows several regulatory changes already put in place by Governor Patrick to address the rising tide of foreclosures in Massachusetts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/readiness-project-chairs-named.html 2007-06-10T00:00:00Z 2007-06-10T00:00:00Z

One week after laying out his vision for the next era of education reform, Governor Deval Patrick today named three chairs to the Readiness Project, the group responsible for the implementation of the Governor¿s education plan.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/partnership-for-21st-century-skills.html 2007-06-08T00:00:00Z 2007-06-08T00:00:00Z

Just days after outlining a bold vision for the future of public education in the Commonwealth, Governor Deval Patrick today announced that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has been accepted as a leadership state in the Partnership for 21st Century Skills.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/ruth-kaplan-chosen-for-board-of-education.html 2007-06-07T00:00:00Z 2007-06-07T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today named Brookline resident Ruth Kaplan as the PTA representative to the Board of Education, the governor¿s first appointment to the board.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/summer-jobs-program-for-at-risk-youth-announced.html 2007-06-05T00:00:00Z 2007-06-05T00:00:00Z

Governor Patrick today called on employers statewide to hire youth for summer employment during a visit to the Lynn Vocational Technical Institute to kick off the start of YouthWorks, the Commonwealth¿s statewide summer jobs initiative for low-income youth ages 14-21.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/perini-and-dietl-appointments.html 2007-06-01T00:00:00Z 2007-06-01T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today named Paul Dietl as the state¿s Chief Human Resources Officer and reappointed David Perini as Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/vision-for-next-phase-of-education-reform.html 2007-06-01T00:00:00Z 2007-06-01T00:00:00Z

Standing before 2,600 graduates of the University of Massachusetts Boston, Governor Deval Patrick today ushered in the next era of education reform in the Commonwealth, a plan that that includes free community college for high school graduates, universal pre-K and extended school day and year.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/organogenesis-expanding-in-massachusetts.html 2007-05-31T00:00:00Z 2007-05-31T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick announced today, with the support of Senate President Therese Murray and alongside House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi, Organogenesis¿ CEO Geoff MacKay and dozens of Organogenesis employees that the Massachusetts-based company, which was once planning to expand its operations outside of the state, has decided instead to stay and grow in Massachusetts

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/agency-head-appointments.html 2007-05-23T00:00:00Z 2007-05-23T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick and Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray today announced a series of high level appointments to their leadership team. The 11 appointments include new commissioners of the Department of Social Services, Department of Mental Retardation, and the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/dph-provides-600000-in-anti-crime-funding.html 2007-05-23T00:00:00Z 2007-05-23T00:00:00Z

As part of the Patrick administration¿s anti-crime efforts, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced today that it has awarded $600,000 in grants to six hospitals across the state that care for the largest number of gunshot and stabbing victims.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/steps-to-increase-affordable-housing-promote.html 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-members-of-springfield-finance-control-board.html 2007-05-19T00:00:00Z 2007-05-19T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today named three new members to the Finance Control Board, seeking to build on the success the board has achieved in revitalizing the city and restoring its finances.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-celebrates-marriage-equality-anniversary.html 2007-05-17T00:00:00Z 2007-05-17T00:00:00Z

In honor of the third anniversary of marriage equality in Massachusetts, Governor Deval Patrick today proclaimed May 17, 2007 Marriage Equality Day.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-film-tax-credit-proposal.html 2007-05-17T00:00:00Z 2007-05-17T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick, Senate President Therese Murray and House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi today unveiled a series of tax incentives to make Massachusetts a more attractive destination for motion picture and television production projects, a plan that will make the Commonwealth more competitive with other states and could bring millions of dollars in new investment and economic activity.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-sustainable-development-policies.html 2007-05-16T00:00:00Z 2007-05-16T00:00:00Z

After meeting with his Development Cabinet, Governor Deval Patrick today announced a series of changes to the state¿s development policies, incorporating clean energy as a key development goal and restructuring certain grant programs to better serve environmental and housing purposes.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/federal-disaster-aid-announced.html 2007-05-16T00:00:00Z 2007-05-16T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced that President Bush has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance (PA) for the eight (8) Massachusetts counties that were most severely impacted by the April Nor¿easter.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/maverick-landing-grand-opening.html 2007-05-14T00:00:00Z 2007-05-14T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today joined Mayor Thomas M. Menino, state and local officials, and East Boston residents to celebrate the transformation of the former Maverick Gardens public housing complex into Maverick Landing, a reconstructed 396-unit, mixed-income waterfront development that includes 305 affordable units for low- and moderate-income families.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/supplemental-budget-filing.html 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z

To the Honorable Senate and House of Representatives:I am filing for your consideration a bill recommending Fiscal Year 2007 supplemental appropriations totaling $88.9 million.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/15-million-for-anti-crime-initiatives.html 2007-05-10T00:00:00Z 2007-05-10T00:00:00Z

Prior to the first meeting of the new Anti-Crime Council, Governor Deval Patrick today announced a $15 million anti-crime plan to put more police on the street and to combat youth violence across Massachusetts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-announces-life-sciences-initiative.html 2007-05-08T00:00:00Z 2007-05-08T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced his plan to make Massachusetts the global leader in life sciences, unveiling for the first time ever a comprehensive, collaborative Massachusetts Life Science Strategy.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/sba-assistance-announced.html 2007-05-07T00:00:00Z 2007-05-07T00:00:00Z

Today, Governor Deval Patrick announced that the Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved a Disaster Declaration for Essex County, as well as the contiguous counties of Middlesex and Suffolk. This SBA Program will provide financial aid for damages related to the Nor¿easter of April 15 through April 19, 2007.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/public-education-nominating-council.html 2007-05-03T00:00:00Z 2007-05-03T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today swore in members of the restored Public Education Nominating Council, urging the new appointees to strive for excellence in seeking out the best qualified candidates to serve Massachusetts¿ public colleges and universities.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/noreaster-disaster-relief.html 2007-05-02T00:00:00Z 2007-05-02T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick has made a request to President Bush to declare a Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance in order to expedite financial aid to the local cities and towns of Essex, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire and Berkshire Counties impacted by the Nor¿easter, beginning on April 15, 2007. Governor Patrick also requested assistance from the Small Business Administration for Essex County.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commission-on-corporate-taxation.html 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick, Senate President Therese Murray, and Speaker of the House Salvatore F. DiMasi announced today the creation of a Study Commission on Corporate Taxation, naming 15 members to review and offer recommendations for streamlining the current tax code.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/division-of-banks-to-seek-case-by-case-delay.html 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z

In an ongoing response to the state¿s foreclosure crisis, Governor Deval Patrick today directed Commissioner of Banks Steven L. Antonakes to seek delays from mortgage lenders, on a case-by-case basis, for any Massachusetts homeowner who has filed a complaint with the Division of Banks as part of their consumer assistance outreach efforts.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/action-to-address-home-foreclosures.html 2007-04-25T00:00:00Z 2007-04-25T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval L. Patrick announced today both immediate regulatory action and proposed legislation to assist families facing home foreclosures.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/anti-crime-council-members.html 2007-04-19T00:00:00Z 2007-04-19T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today announced the members of his new statewide Anti-Crime Council, designed to help address issues of gun and gang violence across the Commonwealth.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/day-of-mourning-friday-april-20th.html 2007-04-19T00:00:00Z 2007-04-19T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/funds-to-help-peabody-flooding.html 2007-04-18T00:00:00Z 2007-04-18T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-energy-standards-for-state-buildings.html 2007-04-18T00:00:00Z 2007-04-18T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-manufacturing-plant-for-evergreen-solar.html 2007-04-17T00:00:00Z 2007-04-17T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governors-advisory-council-on-veterans-services.html 2007-04-15T00:00:00Z 2007-04-15T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/100-days-administration-governing-agenda.html 2007-04-13T00:00:00Z 2007-04-13T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/masshealth-to-waive-child-premiums-for.html 2007-04-11T00:00:00Z 2007-04-11T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/press-for-local-property-tax-relief.html 2007-04-10T00:00:00Z 2007-04-10T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/relief-sought-for-fishing-communities.html 2007-04-09T00:00:00Z 2007-04-09T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/statewide-anti-crime-initiatives.html 2007-04-05T00:00:00Z 2007-04-05T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/south-coast-rail-plan.html 2007-04-04T00:00:00Z 2007-04-04T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commitment-to-stem-cell-research.html 2007-03-30T00:00:00Z 2007-03-30T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/statement-regarding-mepa-certification-of-cape.html 2007-03-30T00:00:00Z 2007-03-30T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/cambridge-energy-efficiency-initiative.html 2007-03-29T00:00:00Z 2007-03-29T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/renewed-focus-on-transportation-systems.html 2007-03-28T00:00:00Z 2007-03-28T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/quincy-highway-plans.html 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/judicial-nominating-commission-appointments.html 2007-03-21T00:00:00Z 2007-03-21T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/danger-pay-for-ma-troops.html 2007-03-16T00:00:00Z 2007-03-16T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/executive-office-staffing-changes.html 2007-03-15T00:00:00Z 2007-03-15T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/public-education-task-forces.html 2007-03-15T00:00:00Z 2007-03-15T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/immediate-needs-bond-bill.html 2007-03-14T00:00:00Z 2007-03-14T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/families-detained-at-fort-devens.html 2007-03-07T00:00:00Z 2007-03-07T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/letter-to-congressman-delahunt.html 2007-03-07T00:00:00Z 2007-03-07T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/health-insurance-plan-available-for-under-200.html 2007-03-03T00:00:00Z 2007-03-03T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/measures-to-spur-business-development.html 2007-03-01T00:00:00Z 2007-03-01T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/budget-highlights.html 2007-02-28T00:00:00Z 2007-02-28T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/middle-schoolers-visit-state-house.html 2007-02-26T00:00:00Z 2007-02-26T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/budget-to-expand-public-health-programs.html 2007-02-25T00:00:00Z 2007-02-25T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/budget-address-tuesday-feb-27th-in-melrose.html 2007-02-23T00:00:00Z 2007-02-23T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/prohibition-of-undocumented-workers-on-state.html 2007-02-23T00:00:00Z 2007-02-23T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/books-for-black-history-month.html 2007-02-22T00:00:00Z 2007-02-22T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/property-tax-relief-plan.html 2007-02-22T00:00:00Z 2007-02-22T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/cherry-to-lead-massachusetts-cultural-council.html 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/statement-of-governor-deval-patrick-7.html 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z 2007-02-20T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/secretary-cohen-to-serve-on-turnpike-board.html 2007-02-16T00:00:00Z 2007-02-16T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/municipal-partnership-act-filed.html 2007-02-15T00:00:00Z 2007-02-15T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/nunes-to-head-municipal-affairs.html 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/true-partnership-with-local-officials.html 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/legislation-filed-to-reorganize-cabinet.html 2007-02-09T00:00:00Z 2007-02-09T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/supplemental-budget-for-fy2007.html 2007-02-06T00:00:00Z 2007-02-06T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/us-crews-on-lng-tankers.html 2007-02-06T00:00:00Z 2007-02-06T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/statement-on-hoax-devices.html 2007-01-31T00:00:00Z 2007-01-31T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/commonwealths-commitment-to-diversity.html 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/goodheart-to-chair-jnc.html 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/portait-of-governor-john-andrew-selected-for.html 2007-01-25T00:00:00Z 2007-01-25T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/aid-for-lawrence-fire-victims.html 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z

Governor Deval Patrick today sent a letter to the Small Business Administration (SBA) requesting assistance for the victims of a massive fire in the City of Lawrence. The multiple-alarm blaze, which destroyed fourteen buildings, broke out on the corner of Parker & Market Streets on January 21, 2008.

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/bill-to-help-families-affected-by-danvers.html 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/podcast-announced.html 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/procurement-reforms.html 2007-01-19T00:00:00Z 2007-01-19T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/pact-signed-to-reduce-greenhouse-gases.html 2007-01-18T00:00:00Z 2007-01-18T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/state-police-immigration-plan-rescinded-new.html 2007-01-11T00:00:00Z 2007-01-11T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/new-development-cabinet-announced.html 2007-01-09T00:00:00Z 2007-01-09T00:00:00Z

Governor of Massachusetts Agov3 http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2007/governor-announces-creation-of-commonwealth-corps.html 2007-01-08T00:00:00Z 2007-01-08T00:00:00Z