News and Announcements

Five-Year Plan Funds Housing Production, Supports Municipal Infrastructure, Increases Economic Competitiveness

New transportation investments mark significant down payment on Governor’s $8 billion transportation financing plan, stabilize finances of the MBTA

Massachusetts Life Science Center awards nearly $30 million to 33 life sciences companies

Grants will support municipal fiber networks in 40 communities

Governor Healey’s BRIGHT Act proposes $2.5 billion to upgrade infrastructure at UMass, state universities, and community colleges

Experienced Civil and Disability Rights Official to Rejoin Agency

Grants will help cities and towns improve cybersecurity and operational efficiency, implement records and financial management systems, and build critical IT infrastructure

Independent Study Examined Economic Needs and Opportunities at Massachusetts Convention Center Authority Facilities Across the State

Administration Initiates Search for Lambert’s Replacement

Chapter 90 Bond Bill increases annual support for municipal infrastructure by 50 percent

Balanced and responsible spending plan proposes transformative investments in transportation and higher education, advances Gateway to Pre-K agenda and continues to make Massachusetts more affordable and competitive

Plan does not rely on any new taxes; Governor will propose $300 million in Chapter 90 funding, a 50 percent increase for municipal roads, bridges and infrastructure

Baseline state tax revenue growth expected to grow by 2.2 percent

Borch-Rote Takes Over for Retiring Director Bill McAvoy

Five-year tenure marked by expanded systemic impact and collaborative leadership