News and Announcements

Following the meeting, Cabinet members took a tour of UMass Amherst’s Life Sciences Laboratories with Chancellor Javier Reyes

Files Executive Order formally creating Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office, working group for municipalities

Baacke will take over in September for retiring Commissioner Carol Gladstone

First budget signed by the new administration makes historic investments in schools, higher education affordability, climate resiliency and local aid

Twenty-one grants awarded through the Municipal Fiber grant program

Investments include new $97 million HousingWorks program to spur housing development, preservation and rehabilitation.

New law provides needed funding for shelters, food security and child care, while also extending several COVID-era programs and policies

Bill proposes funding for universal school meals, clean energy, MBTA hiring and other one-time priorities, as well as makes preparations for the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency

“Meeting the Moment: Strong Economy. Livable Communities. Sustainable Future”: Healey-Driscoll Administration’s $55.5 billion budget makes historic investments in education, transportation, climate action, and workforce development

Proposal includes direct relief for families, seniors and those dealing with high costs of housing

Gorzkowicz, Rodrigues, Michlewitz, Announce Consensus Revenue Forecast of $40.410 Billion for Fiscal Year 2024

Bill proposes funding for immediate emergency shelter needs and food security