News and Announcements

Partners and the public will now be able to clean up fishing gear debris to prevent ghost fishing, protect marine life, and enhance public safety

Reforms will cut environmental review times from 1+ years to 30 days for housing projects to expedite housing and bring down costs

Transmission line will deliver 20% of Massachusetts' electricity, lower bills by $50 million each year

Report highlights progress made in energy affordability, protecting nature and climate resilience efforts

Governors blast national security rationale given for stop work orders and demand classified briefing to review purported threats

Grant funding to improve equitable access to outdoor recreation events

Agency Accepting Donations to Help Bring Joy to Children This Holiday Season

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today nearly $1.2 million to support programs and projects that will boost the competitiveness of commercial fisheries.

Administration Considering Additional Actions to Provide More Access for Hunters, Including Sunday Hunting 

Auction to Support Right Whale Conservation and Promote Environmental Stewardship

Input will help develop how Massachusetts can mitigate against President Trump’s cuts to SNAP and other food assistance programs

The Connecticut River Valley and Central Regions have improved from Level 2–Significant Drought to Level 1–Mild Drought, and the Millers Watershed has moved to a Level 2–Critical Drought